Robert L. James, a longtime resident of Elkridge, MD, passed away on July 10, 2021 at his home. He was 88. He was born May 26, 1933 to the late Joseph R. Sr. and Annie P. James. Robert was preceded in death by his beloved wives Anna Elizabeth James and Naomi Mary James; his son Robert L. James, Jr.; great-grandson Oliver Lerch; and siblings Catherine, Joseph R. Jr., Charlotte, John, Mary, and Helen.
Robert is survived by his loving children, Charlotte A. Lerch, Barbara J. Cockrell, and Joni L. Eckard; cherished grandchildren Thomas Cleary, Tina Lerch, Jason James, Shaun Eckard, Anna Cockrell, and Mark Cockrell, Jr.; and great-grandchildren Danielle Bolin, Mady James, Devon James, and Dillon Lerch.
Memorial donations may be made to Dorsey Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 6951 Dorsey Road, Elkridge, MD 21075.
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