James Kirsh Obituary

Age - 71

October 7, 2023

Brandon, MS

"James Ray Kirsh was born January 18, 1952, to the late Jake and Nora Marshall. On the morning of September 17, 2023, James Ray completed his earthly journey and was called home to his eternal resting place. James was 71 years old. James met the love of his life, Mary Michael in 1969. To this union Janet Michael was born. James also was blessed with a son, Antonio Young. James joined Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church at a young age under the leadership of Reverend Slaughter. He later joined Oak Grove Baptist Church in Pearl, MS under the leadership of Pastor Cleve Harvard. James loved to sing and joined the choir at Oak Grove. James loved spending time with his grands, great grands, family and friends. He was a fisherman and he loves animals. And one of his best friends was his dog Rusty. \u0026quot;A true man best friend. \u0026quot; He was educated in Hinds (Sumner Hill) County and Jackson (Brinkley) Public School. James employed for 30 years at Guaranteed Roofing. He also, worked for MS State Fairground and Casey Elementary school where he retired. He was also a Saints Fan. James was proceeded in death by sons: Billy Ray Buckhaulter, O. C. Michael and John Wallace Michael; and nephews Jessie and Anthony Marshall. James leaves to cherish his memories: Mary Lee Michael of 54 years; 4 brothers John (Gloria) Marshall, Sr of Jackson MS; Jake Marshall Jr of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Joe (Fannie) Marshall of Jackson, MS; Robert (Marah) Marshall of Ames, lowa; 2 sisters Mackceen Young and Mary (John) Marshall both of Jackson, MS; 2 sons: Otis (Sandra) Michaels of Braxton, MS; Joe (Shirley) Michael of Indianapolis, MN; one daughter: Mary (Jerry) Williams of Richland, MS; one aunt: Gloria Chambers; 2 uncles: Albert and O\u0027Neal Marshall; Grands: Jaimarri Nichols, Kadaja Michael, Otis and Carlos Bridges and Chris Michael; Great Grand: Jaci and Halo Nichols and Ka Nyla MCGee and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. "

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