Mr. James C. Samuels, Sr. was born on November 27, 1927 in Anderson S.C. to Willie Edward Samuels and Beatrice Rucker Samuels, who  preceded him in death. He departed this earthly life on September 21, 2020.

James attended Atkins High School here in Winston Salem. After receiving an Honorable Discharge in the U.S. Air Force, he attended Winston Salem Teachers College from 1949 - 1951.

In his early years James was introduced to Clarice Olene Dodd by his father at a church service. They wed on 12/27/55 and were blessed with four children.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Sunday, September 27, 2020 at Russell Funeral Home. Private graveside services will be held Monday, September 28, 2020.