Obituary of James H. E. Averitt

James Hugh Eugene Averitt, 67, passed away April 23, 2011. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Opal Averitt; and sister, Marilyn Averitt. James is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Wanda Averitt; son, Edwin Averitt and his wife, Nancy; daughters, Alicia Preston and Renee Osborne; brother, Clyde Averitt and his wife, Joyce; grandchildren, David Hopkins, Samantha Preston, Mandy Morgan, Erica Preston, Bryce Morgan, and Brandon Osborne; and a host of many other family and friends. James was a good provider for his family. He was a devoted son, brother, husband and dedicated father to his family. He worked in the security field for more than 30 years. James enjoyed photography and he and his dad owned a photography and printing company for many years. He also had a small manufacturing business producing rubber stamps. He had a strong work ethic and found his work rewarding right up until he had to retire due to illness. James remained active even after retirement with the Aldine-Westfield Crime Watch. He also served on the Harris County Hospital District Advisory Board for many years. James enjoyed helping others and was always standing up for the “under dog” or down trodden. He enjoyed playing the fiddle which he learned in school and carried forward throughout his life. James shared his love for music with his grandson Bryce. His grandkids all fondly referred to him as Grandpa. James will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him. A funeral service for James will be held at Believers Fellowship Church at 21603 Rhodes, Spring, Texas 77388 on Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 11:00 am with Pastor Joe Arms officiating. Graveside services are scheduled for 2:30 pm at Brookside Cemetery.