Memorial Folder for the Late James Paul Pulley

John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have ETERNAL LIFE

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation for all acts of kindness shown during their time of sorrow.

May God Bless Each Of You.

MEMORIAL SLIDESHOW

ORDER OF SERVICE Officiant: Pastor John K. Fernandes Musician: Stephen Hunter, Organist

INVOCATION SCRIPTURE READING 1ST READING: 1 Corinthians 13 2ND READING: Hebrew 12:1 MUSICAL SELECTION “His Eye is on the Sparrow” PRAYER OF COMFORT: OBITUARY READING...........................Shauna

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POEM..........................................................Skylar REMARKS/ACKNOWLEDGMENTS SOLO.........“Don’t Cry for Me”........Auntie Doris EULOGY BENEDICTION FINAL VIEWING MUSICAL SELECTION “We Belong Together”

By Mariah Carey

COMMITTAL SERVICE OAKLAWN CEMETERY Boston, MA

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OBITUARY JAMES PAUL PULLEY Sunrise

September 26, 1959

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January 5th, 2025

James Paul affectionately known as Paul, was born JohnPulley, 3: 16• For God so loved the world on September 26, 1959, in Boston, Massachusetts, to the late that he gave his dAe and only begotten James Willard and believethin Ann Richardson Pulley. He was Son, thatPulley whoever him shall the youngest of two children, preceded by his sister, Gail. not perish, but have eternal life.

As a child, Paul was known for his bright mind and warm everlasting smile, even as he faced the challenges of severe asthma.

Despite these difficulties, he excelled academically and displayed a natural talent for chess and board games. Paul spent his early years in Boston before his family relocated to Spring Hope, North Carolina, in 1967. It was there that he briefly joined the Little League, sharing his father’s love of baseball. In 1971, the Pulley family moved to Deptford, New Jersey, where Paul graduated from Deptford High School in 1977.

After high school, Paul enlisted in the Navy, a path he was passionate about but ultimately could not pursue due to his health. Returning to New Jersey, Paul welcomed his first child, Shannon, with his high school love, Julie. He later returned to Boston, where he met and married Michele Moore. Together, they built a life filled with love and shared interests, including roller skating, movies, and family gatherings. They had three children: James Paul Jr., Shauna, and Jamal.

Paul was a devoted father and grandfather who believed deeply in the importance of family. While life brought its share of challenges, Paul cherished his children and grandchildren and worked to maintain meaningful relationships with them. Known for his love of reading, football, and his sharp wit, Paul brought joy and laughter to those who knew him.

In his later years, Paul found love again with Andrea, whose memory remained dear to him after her passing.

James Paul Pulley is survived by his children, Shannon, James Jr., Shauna, and Jamal; his seven grandchildren; his sister, Gail; his wife, Michele Moore Pulley; and a host of loving cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends.

Paul’s journey through life was marked by intelligence, resilience, and love for his family. He will be remembered for his kind spirit, unwavering devotion, and the countless cherished memories he created with those he loved.

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