The soul of JAMES EDWARD BUIE (aka Nuncy or Red) departed this earth on October 24, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina.  He and all who knew him were blessed by his more than ninety-nine years on this earth.

JAMES was born on April 23, 1918 to the late Edward (Ed) and Pauline Terry Buie.  His seven siblings, Mamie McRae, Willie Buie, Annie McAllister, Olivia Shaw, Tony Buie, Paul Buie and Pearlie McNeill all preceded him in death.

JAMES attended and supported many churches during his lifetime, but McLauchlin Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church always held a special place in his heart. There he confessed Christ while attending with his parents.

JAMES was married to the late Thelma Hoyle who brought to the union a daughter, Mary Lee (deceased) who he loved as his own.

Educated in Hoke County Public Schools, JAMES honorably served his country with the United States Army and was among the first Blacks to become a member of a New York based Trade Union.  He spent much of his retirement outdoors, landscaping and fishing.

Among the many who were inspired by his love and loyalty, laughed at his jokes and humorous tales, benefited from his generosity and unselfishness and will always be grateful for his presence in their lives are: grandsons, Leon (Andrea) Williams of Charlotte, NC and John Williams of Brooklyn, NY; nephews, Willie Herman McNeill of Raeford, NC, Paul Edward (Thelma) Buie of Bayside, NY, and Larry James (Sabrina) Buie of Queens Village, NY: nieces, Delilah Lawrence of Lansing, MI, Gloria Buie Virgil of Raeford, NC, Barbara Buie of Raeford, NC and Concetta Buie of Laurelton, NY and many great-nephews and nieces, great-great nephews and nieces, cousins and special friends.