Service Details
Homegoing Service for Deacon Hargrove will be held in the New Omega Church, 5731 Northwestern Ave., on Friday, December 8th, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Melvin D. Hargrove and Rev. Daryn D. Crenshaw officiating. Visitation will be in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Thursday, December 7th from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. where his brother masons will open Lodge at 6:45 p.m.; and in the church on Friday, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park.
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Deacon James L. Hargrove, 80, was called home by his Loving Savior on Wednesday, November 29, 2017. He was born in Columbus, MS on August 29, 1937, the son of the late Virgil and Corrine (nee: Jenkins) Hargrove.
On July 10, 1959, in Columbus, MS, Deacon Hargrove was united in marriage to the former Mary Alice Wicks, at which time they relocated to Racine. Deacon Hargrove had been employed by Racine Steel Casting for over 40 years until he retired in 1999. He was a member of U.A.W. Local #553. He was a member of Second Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as Deacon and a member of the Male Chorus. Deacon Hargrove served as a Past Worshipful Master of Southgate Lodge # 6 F.A.M Prince Hall Affiliation, among a long list of other accomplishments during his brotherhood with the Masons.
Deacon Hargrove leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Mary; their daughter, Faye (Wilbur) Jones, of Racine; two daughters-in-law, Brenda Hargrove, of Covington, GA, and Jennifer Hargrove, of Union Grove; five grandchildren, Tomara (Jerome) Harris, of Racine, Twyla (Davon) Malcom, of Farmington Hills, MI, Vonnell Carter, Ashley Hargrove, both of Covington, GA, and Aaron Jones, of Racine; six great grandchildren: Zionn, Zoë, Jaden, McKenzie, Kyle, and Kori; 2 brothers, Sam Hargrove, and Frank (Edna) Hargrove, all of Racine; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, church family, and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his twin daughters, Jean and Janice; two sons, Michael and Virgil; and ten (10) siblings.
Homegoing Service for Deacon Hargrove will be held in the New Omega Church, 5731 Northwestern Ave., on Friday, December 8th, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Melvin D. Hargrove and Rev. Daryn D. Crenshaw officiating. Visitation will be in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Thursday, December 7th from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. where his brother masons will open Lodge at 6:45 p.m.; and in the church on Friday, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park.
Kathleen Bates (Nena) - Goodyear, AZ. says
My thoughts, prayers and love are with you Faye and Mary. I have fond memories of “uncle James” always cooking and Mary always smiling while Faye and I ran around playing. I will always cherish the love and memories from knowing this wonderful family.
John and Bessie Neal says
Dear Aunt Mary,
You and Uncle James have given us so many pleasant memories over the years, and we have continued to appreciate your guidance, encouragement, love and will cherish them dearly.
May you find comfort in knowing that your loving husband is safe in the memory of God, who will remember every detail about him and bring him back again!
We send our condolences and love,
John and Bessie Neal
Ramona Barney-Ellison says
To The Family, You have suffered a great loss and Jehovah feels your pain and for that I am truly sorry . Psalms 145: 18,19 says ” Jehovah is near to all those calling on him,… ” Verse 19 says ” He hears their cry for help and he rescues them.” Almighty God will help you through your pain as he has helped me with my losses. Please rely on his tender care.
Lynn Booker says
Our prayers and thoughts are with the Hargrove Family on the loss of your beloved Deacon James Hargrove very loving and caring man he will be truly missed by all who loved and knew him. May God continue to bless and comfort you all in the days to come. Love you the Booker Family…
Thomas and Denise Jones family. says
My condolences to the hargrove family. May God console you and reassure you during this difficult time.
Walter Turner says
I was 10 when I witnessed my first wedding between my uncle James and Aunt Mary. Standing with my cousins in the house where they lived, I heard the couple say “I do” to Rev. Walter’s “do you take…” Throughout his life, James always spoke words of wisdom and encouragement. I thank God for his life and the example he left for us all to follow about being faithful and consistent. His earthly journey is ended. But, his memory lives on with each of us whose lives he touched! His touch made each of us better.
JoAnn McMorris says
My heart goes out to the family of Deacon Hargrove. He will be truly missed by many.
Stacey Moore & Family says
Condolences to the Hargove family. Our family is praying for your family. God bless you all.
Denory and Gwen Brye says
Our sincere condolences to you and your family in your time of grief.
Mrs.Wanda Brown says
Our prayers go out to your family Mrs. Native truly a great man. He reminded me so much of my dad who worked at racine steel casting as well. I will forever remember his smile and warm greeting in the Doctor office where I use to work. He will always be remembered
Mary Hargrove says
I would like to thank all of you for your kind words and well wishes, I will pray for you all and may god continue you to bless you!