James Rynold Amos

James Rynold Amos: A Life of Faith, Family, and Service James Rynold Amos, born on March 10, 1962, in West Point, Mississippi to Joe B. Amos and the late Martha Jane Jackson Amos, passed away on December 4, 2024. He was welcomed into eternal rest by heavenly angels. Preceded in death by his mother. James (affectionally known by his hometown family as Rynold) accepted Christ as his savior at an early age, becoming a member of Mt. Pisgah Missionary Baptist Church in West Point. James enjoyed his early childhood, enjoying schoolmates and family reunions, baseball games and more. James graduated from West Point High School in 1980 and furthered his education at Mary Holmes Junior College before earning a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Jackson State University in 1985. Shortly after graduating from Jackson State University, James relocated to Chicago to pursue work with the city of Chicago. In September 1989, James married Valarie Ransom-Amos and after much prayer, their daughter Nia Imani and two sons, Jamar Rasheed and Jakory Rashawn Amos were subsequently born. James loved nicknames and often called Nia “Lucy”, Jamar “Busco or Tank” and Jakory “Jake, the snake” . James became an active member of New Morning Star Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon and choir member under Pastor Marion Morris, Jr. His professional career in Information Technology spanned decades, including positions at Loyola Medical Center, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and the VA Hospital in Chicago. James loved being outdoors. You could always find him affectionately caring for his lawns, plants, beautiful flowers, and tall, amazing trees. James honed skills from his parents—cooking from his mother and cultivating hard work from his father. He maintained strong ties to his Mississippi roots, visiting family often and supporting the community. His passion for horticulture led him to own a successful lawncare business for several years. Known for his sharp sense of style, love for music, and his prowess as a Chicago stepper, James had a special place in his heart for the music of ‘Earth, Wind and Fire’ and sounds from Rick James. James is survived by his devoted father, Joe B. Amos; his three children, Nia Imani, Jamar Rasheed, and Jakory Rashawn Amos; one sister Jamila Aqeela; two brothers Larry (Faye), Keith (Tammy); uncle Julius Jackson (Mary) and aunts Earnestine Wicks (James), Mary Martin (Bruce) and Clara Sewell (Homer); his very special devoted nephews, Richard Neely (Tiffany) and Ronald Neely and their families for their care and support and a host of loving nephews, nieces, cousins, in-laws, other relatives and friends. James leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and service. His impact on his family, community, and all who knew him will never be forgotten. In His Hands God called you home; His will was done, Your race is over, the victory won. Though here on earth, our hearts may ache, We trust the promise Christ did make. You taught us well, in your own way, To walk with faith each passing day. Imperfect paths, yet grace shines through, God’s mercy made your spirit new. Now in His presence, free from pain, You rest in joy, eternal gain. And though we mourn, we also see, The hope of heaven, where you’ll be. Until we meet at God’s embrace, I’ll hold your love, your strength, your place. With Love, Your kids – Nia, Jamar and Jakory For more information, please Carter Funeral Home at (662) 494-2171, https://g.co/kgs/cfZ7v6j

James Rynold Amos

March 10, 1962 - December 4, 2024