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Bobby Joseph 'Big Bob' Jackson James, 58, entered eternal rest Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at Memorial Satilla Health in Waycross.
He was born November 10, 1967 in Miami, Florida to the late Earnest James Jr. He is survived by his loving mother, Gloria JacksonMingo of Miami. He was raised by his late loving grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Earnest James Sr.
He received his early education from Pierce County Schools and attended high school in Pierce and Wayne Counties. After high school, he lived between Miami and Offerman. Offerman (The Big O) was always his first love and he was proud to call Offerman his home.
He crafted the way he lived his life, without any regrets. He had childhood dreams of joining the Army, but life took him on a different path.
He was a beloved life partner, father, son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin and friend.
Always originally genuine, he was a loving man who loved his family and life and always lived life boldly.
He loved to travel, explore new things, meet new people, and do it all on his four-wheeler when he was home in The Big O. He hardly ever met a stranger, and always had a knack for drawing people close to him.
He had a love for fashion, and loved to compliment his swag with jewelry and nice smelling fragrances. His grooming was always apart of his look, because he always wanted to be well groomed. Even on his sick bed, he complained about not being neatly shaved, and not being able to keep his finger nails clean and neat. He truly believed you feel good when you look good.
His warm and loving personality left an indelible mark on all those who had the pleasure of knowing him. He was always quick to share a laugh, offer a smile, and stand on business for his loved ones through thick and thin.
His family held a special place in his heart, and he supported them with unwavering love until the very end. Of all the wonderful things Bobby experienced in his life, absolutely nothing bought him as much joy as his children and family.
Early in his life Bobby met his Honey Sheik Hartzog, who would become the wind beneath his wings. Bobby and Sheik’s loving relationship produced four children.
Bobby was preceded in death by his father, Earnest James Jr. and his grandparents: Earnest James Sr. and Mary E. James.
Bobby leaves to cherish his memories and carry on his legacy his loving children: Lyle Love, Jessica James, Tiffany Orange, Crystal James, Champagne James, Tyreek Scrib, Kamri James, Kaiya Dixon, Bobby James Jr., Tyrik Byrd, Beosi Gardner, Stephen Paige, Dexter Hartzog, Na’Ledge Fuller, Bia’ia Johnson, Zi’Tayvious Johnson, Jose’ziah James, Jose’zaaya James, and Sevyn Levi James, and sixteen adorable grandchildren.
He also leaves three brothers to cherish his memories: Torrence Green, Patrick Outler (Angela), and Darren Outler (Arika). He was loved by his aunts: Debra Lincoln, Myra Vanessa James, Elizabeth Jackson, Patricia Jackson, Sheila Jackson, Liza Jackson, Yvonne Jackson, Teresa Jackson, and Carrie Jackson; uncles: Retired Elder Claude Ray James, Nathaniel James, Franklin Floyd, Andrew Jackson and Andre Jackson; many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and Charity James, his wife, whom he lived separately from for over 25 years.
“Rest well Big Bob, we love you dearly and you shall forever be in our hearts and minds,” said his family.
A celebration of life service will be held at noon Saturday, Jan. 24, from the Evergreen Church near Bristol with Pastor Nathaniel Anderson presiding. Retired Elder Claude Ray James gave the eulogy. Reflections were offered by Champagne James, Kamri James, Vanessa James and Darrel James. Pastor Marcus Nix offered the invocation. Old Testament Reading was by Deacon Raymond Washington and New Testament Reading was by Bro. Antonio “Duke” Washington. A poem was read by Beosi Gardner.
Soloist was Marlene Davis.
Interment will follow in the Gethsemane Cemetery near Patterson.
Active pallbearers were Akeem Wallace, Bradford Bailey, Darrel James, Darrien Outlier, Jeff Floyd, Quintin Lincoln.
A guestbook is available at www.harringtonfamilyfunerals. com.
Harrington Family Funeral Services of Waycross was in charge of arrangements.
