AMAZING 1 0 Let’sdoit! Celebrating the Life and Legacy of an CELEBRATIONAll-American LOYAL FRIEND DARWIN “Moochie”CHARLESJAMESMANYBYLOVED#Cantguard10 9.3.97ASTARWASBORN “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 September 5, 2022 10:00 BishopPlaquemine,CongregationA.M.ChurchofGod22215LA-1LA70764KendrickWhaleyOfficiating Issue 9|3|97 TIME IN: 9.3.1997 TIME OUT: 8.25.2022
Darwin Charles “Moochie” James was born on September 3, 1997, to the late Charles Larry James, Jr. and Lavanecia Littles James in Plaquemine, Louisiana. He was baptized at an early age by Rev. Clyde McNell, Sr. at the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church. He departed this earthly life to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Our Lady of the Lake Medical DarwinCenter. was a 2015 honor graduate of the Math, Science, and Arts Academy West Campus in Plaquemine, Louisiana. He was an excellent student-athlete who was loved by all. His infectious smile captured the hearts of many. Darwin was the point guard for the Plaquemine High Basketball team. A true team leader on and o the court. He was the starting point guard in his junior and senior years, leading his team to the playo s. Darwin was named MVP of the Green Devil Classic, Mr. Playmaker, and Second Team All-District. A job well done! Darwin attended Southern University immediately following high school and later transferred to Kansas Christian College. He continued to be an amazing student-athlete (on and o the court). He maintained a 3.0 GPA. Darwin was the team captain of an ACCA National Runner-Up Team at KCC. Darwin was the rst ever ALL-AMERICAN 2017 and 1,000-point scorer in KCC Men’s Basketball History. In addition to making history, he received numerous awards; such as Most Valuable Player, Student-Athlete of the Week, O ensive Player of the Year, Excellent Defensive Player, All-American Second Team 2018, Honorable Mention All-American 2019, and Best Postseason Performance in the ACCA National Tournament with 60 Points, 18 Assists, 15 Rebounds, and 11 steals. He de nitely left it all on the court. He graduated from Kansas Christian College in 2018 and continued his athletic eligibility through 2019. He truly left his mark, FOREVER CAN’T GUARD #10. Another job well done! Darwin began his employment journey at the Iberville Parish School Board as a technology assistant. He later worked as an assistant caterer at 2 Guys and a Grill in Overland Park, Kansas. He also worked as an associate at Wal-Mart in Port Allen, Louisiana. Finally, he began his post-college employment journey in the plant industry. Darwin was a very dedicated, loyal, and meticulous employee on every job he held. He never met a stranger. He was an amazing co-worker to everyone he encountered. All jobs were well done!
“For I am now ready to be o ered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day; and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” II Timothy 4:6-8
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Darwin was preceded in death by his father, Charles L. James, Jr.; maternal grandmother, Izola Littles; aunt and uncle, O’Connor and Deborah Spradley; great grandparents, great aunts, and great uncles.
Darwin was a ectionately known as “Moochie” to his family, friends, and even his opponents on the court. Moochie was respectful, polite, well-mannered and the true de nition of a family man. He absolutely loved God, his family and friends, cooking, eating, and of course, basketball. Dalyn (his 4-month-old son) was the absolute apple of his eyes. He made sure that he had everything he needed. His legacy will live on through his baby boy who will continue to be showered with love and adoration. Moochie had a strong loving bond with his mother, Lavanecia, she was his life-long best friend. Moochie loved his siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, godchildren, and friends. Again, a job well Darwindone! leaves to cherish his loving memories to his son, Dalyn Amar James; mother, Lavanecia L. James; three brothers, Donovan and Devin (Henrietta) James, and Devaughn Smith; a special friend, Amyri Dempsey; grandparents, Lawrence Littles and Charles L. and Victoria James; an uncle; Michael Littles, Sr.; two aunts, Monique James (Godmother) and Ebony (Craig) Martin; a niece, Kayleece Geason; a nephew, Dravin James; rst cousins, Kevin Brown (Bonus Brother and Godfather), Deon Harding (Bonus Brother), Chelsea Taylor, Craig D. Martin, II, Myles D. Martin, and Michael Littles, Jr.; three Godchildren, Jayce Benjamin Walker, Devyn James, Curtis “Pop” Jones, III, and Amor Taylor; and a host of relatives and friends.
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FIRST Processional…BishopQUARTER& Family Scripture Readings…Elder McCoy Old Testament…Job 14:5-7 New Testament …1 Corinthians CongregationalSECOND15:53-57QUARTERHymn…CCOG Praise Team Prayer…Reverend Roger Arvie, Jr. Musical Selection…CCOG Praise Team THIRD Coach…DonaldTributesQUARTERRayJohnsonClassof2015…SandyBosley KCC Coach and Teammate… Coach John Janssen, Joshua Walker Musical Selection…CCOG Praise Team Friend…KirklandTributes Jones Family…Chelsea Taylor, T. J. Williams FOURTH AcknowledgmentsSolo…JamarQUARTERWilliamsandObituary….Tiany McCoy-Thomas Words of Comfort …Reverend Clyde McNell, Sr. Acknowledgment of Visiting Ministers… Musical Selection….CCOG Praise Team Word of God…. Bishop Kendrick Whaley LAST SHOT FinalRecessionalIntermentGlimpse FOUR QUARTERS #PHSCHRISPAUL
AMERICANALL# I Love You, Daddy, God blessed me with you. The sacrifices you made as my Daddy... you went above and beyond. I promise to value those memories. I will truly miss your hugs and falling asleep on your chest with the vacuum sound in the background. You were truly the best Daddy in the world! I Love -DaylinYou.
Darwin, Of all the precious gifts in life However great or small To have you as my Son Was the greatest gift of all. The day you left and gained your wings, My heart broke in two. I wish you could have stayed with me, But heaven needed you. You left me with memories And I love you dearly still. No matter how much time goes by You know I always will. To lose someone so special Is really hard to bear It hardly seems believable That you’re no longer there You left us far too early Before your time, it seems. And now you’ll never have the chance To ful ll all those dreams. You were a very special person. With kindness in your heart And the love we had together Grows stronger now that we’re apart. I know I cannot bring you back Although I wish it everyday. But a piece of me went with you The day you went away. You always lived life to the fullest But ours won’t be the same Until the day when we can see Your smiling face again. Rest in Eternal Paradise. Love You Always and Forever. -Mama
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Professional Services Entrusted to Roscoe Mortuary 58635 Meriam Street Plaquemine, La. 70764 Interment Repast Grace Memorial Cemetery Residence of Justin Randall Bayou Jacob Road 22330 Talbot Drive Plaquemine, Louisiana 70765 Plaquemine, Louisiana 70764 Acknowledgments CENTERS Louis Connerly, III Evan AustinJodeciCameronFranklinGarnerHarrisMitchell Curtis Jones Trevor CliftonTylerJacoreyJonesWashingtonWesleyYoung We know we could not have made it without you, our friends and loved ones. The compassionate thoughts, earnest prayers, encouraging smiles, comforting expressions, orals and other countless acts of kindness brought solace to our hearts. May God forever richly bless and keep you. MVP Dalyn Amar James POWER FORWARDS Devin MichaelJamesLittles, Sr. Deon MichaelHardingLittles, Jr. Myles Martin Donovan CraigDravinKevinDevaughnJamesSmithBrownJamesMartin,II SMALL FORWARDS Kyle StevenCodyBosleyBrooksConnerly Sandy (Kirk) Bosley Avery ChristopherConnerlyGreen POINT GUARDS Devin JeJamieDonaldJamesRayJohnsonLawlesseryPierce Mia DarylTreasureKirklandJohnsonJonesPatinSnowtenShooting Guards Daryl GeraldJusticeCharlestonTillmanSpearsWashington-LeeWilliams,Jr. Justin DevanteJoshuaRandallWalkerWilliamsT.J.Williams(ActivePallbearers)
