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James Coaxum Obituary

Rev. James Coaxum, Jr. Johns Island - Rev. James Coaxum, Jr. passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at his home on Johns Island, South Carolina. The family will receive friends and family on Sunday, May 5, 2019, at Greater St. John AME Church, 4326 Betsy Kerrison Pkwy., Johns Island, SC 29455, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. The Rev. Harold Jefferson, Pastor. His Home-Going Celebration will be held on Monday, May 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at New St. James Bethel AME Church, located at 5305 Maybank Hwy., Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487. The body will lie in state from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. The Rev. William R. Jones, Pastor. Entombment immediately following homegoing celebration at Live Oak Memorial Gardens, located at 3093 Ashley River Rd., Charleston, SC 29414. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the James Coaxum, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund. Donations may be mailed to 2860 Maybank Hwy, PO Box 1602, Johns Island, SC 29455. Rev. Coaxum is survived by his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth F. Coaxum; children Carla (Sam) Malonda, Rev. Dr. James Coaxum III, Dr. Sonya Coaxum, Saundra (Gibson) Akoh; siblings Rufus (Sandra) Coaxum, Hestelle (Wilford) Brown, Emma Jean (Nathaniel) Gary, Christenia (Moses) Garrett, Rogerstine (Doorest) Coaxum, Vanessa (Ronald) Robinson; in-laws Gracie White, Martha (Douglas) Brown, Robert (Rosalyn) Freeman, Jr., Arthur (Rose) Freeman, Sr., Earl (Bertha) Freeman, Oliver (Sandra) Freeman, Sr., Dr. Brenda Freeman-Stewart, Dr. Hogan Freeman, Marvin (Gwen) Freeman and Caroline Freeman; 5 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Arrangements by Walkers Mortuary 3407 Old Pond Road, Johns Island, SC 29455; Telephone: (843) 559-0341. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 2 to May 3, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
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Porter Bankhead

February 20, 2025

James was my classmate at South Carolina State University and fellow Math major. I have very pleasant memories of him and his pleasantness relating to others. His ease among his Math classmates and student body created an atmosphere most memorable as he is remembered. His becoming a minister and God's messenger is a blessing. My sympathy to the family.
Porter Bankhead
Washington, DC

Veronica Matthews-Huggins

May 20, 2019

Mrs. Coaxum,
I am still unable to find the words to express my sadness and condolences on the passing of Rev. Coaxum. I have great memories that I will hold dear to my heart. You, Rev Coaxum, Carla, Jimmy, Sonya and Saundra treated me with tender loving care and I will NEVER forget either of you.
I hope you all find comfort in your fond memories. Rev Coaxum was an amazing man.
I love each of you!

Edward Ketchens

May 10, 2019

Thanks for everthing and every moment we ever spent together.One of my most memorable classmates. May The Lord keep you in His care.

Barbara White

May 6, 2019

The Lord God loves you Liz...but God loved Rev. Coaxum so much that his angel came to take him home to rest. I love you all.

Rev Jack & Pat Lewis Jr.

May 6, 2019

Sister Coaxum, and family we are praying with you and for you.
God will take care of you and the family. Love and Prayers.

Lexy Mack-Waring & Family

May 6, 2019

God Bless!!

Massembo Mbenza

May 6, 2019

To the Coaxum family,
We send our thoughts and prayers to you. We pray that God shall strengthen you in this though time of bereavement.
To God be the glory!

Merdel Chisolm

May 6, 2019

To Mrs Coaxum and Family,

May the Lord be with you during this time of bereavement and see you through. Rev. Coaxum was very kind and humble. He will always be remembered as such.
Sincere Love,
Merdel Bolton Chisolm & Family

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Chris Michael Haynes

May 4, 2019

Mrs.Elizabeth Coaxum and family. Please accept my sympathy on the passing of Rev. Coaxum. Know that God will sustain you in this your time of bereavement. Lean and depend on Him.....

Apostle Edward Campbell

May 4, 2019

Sorry for you loss. We send our love to your family.

Patricia G. Parker

May 4, 2019

To the Coaxum Family.
I am praying for strength for each of you as you walk this path of sorrow. Remember to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord and Rev. Coaxum lived looking forward to that day. However, May your memories of this Christian gentleman be a source of inspiration and encouragement in the days ahead.

Pumu Family

May 3, 2019

We are so very sorry to hear of Rev. James passing. He was a wonderful, God-fearing man and is singing praise with the Lord right now. Please accept our heartfelt sympathies, our prayers go out to you.

Leola Blie-Green

May 3, 2019

To the Coaxum Family I would like to Express my deepest Condolences to you. Praying for your Strength as you travel this journey. Reverend Leola Blie-Green

Yvonne Jordan

May 3, 2019

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Carolyn Emily

May 3, 2019

So sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers of comfort going up for the family.

Paulette Johnston

May 3, 2019

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

William Marsh

May 3, 2019

My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Coaxum Family on the passing of your Father! Rev. Coaxum was a true and dedicated man of God! To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. He has truly earned his wings of glory and is resting with our God. I encourage the family to stay strong in your faith and God will see you through.

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Memorial Events
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5

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Greater St. John AME Church

4326 Betsy Kerrison Pkwy., ohns Island, SC

May

6

Lying in State

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

New St. James Bethel AME Church

5305 Maybank Hwy, Wadmalaw Island, SC

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Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

New St. James Bethel AME Church

5305 Maybank Hwy, Wadmalaw Island, SC

May

6

Entombment

ive Oak Memorial Gardens

3093 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC

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