James William Webb, of Enfield, CT, was called home on Thursday February 3, 2022, following a short illness. He was the husband of 54 years to Ida. M. Ledbetter, who predeceased him in 2017, father to son Anthony Webb, also of Enfield, CT, and daughter to Marcy Webb, of Bloomfield, CT. He passed away peacefully in the presence of Anthony and Marcy. James was the son of Ethel Coker and Charlie K. Webb of Easley, SC, both deceased. James was born in Easley, SC on September 21, 1932. He graduated from Simpson High School, also in Easley, in 1950, where he was a three-letter athlete in football, basketball and baseball. James served with the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. James then relocated to Hartford, CT, where he was a semi-professional boxer. In 1962, he married Ida M. Ledbetter. He worked for The Underwood Typewriter Company before beginning his career with the CT Department of Corrections in 1968. He retired in 1989 as a shift commander at the rank of Lieutenant. In 1971, James and his family relocated to Enfield, CT, where he resided for the remainder of his life. James was a loyal and faithful member of Third Baptist Church of Suffield, CT from 1983 until his passing, where he served as Chairman of the Trustee Board. James was a caring person who loved his family and was always available to help his friends. He also loved his church and his church family. James devoted many hours of service throughout the years to his beloved Third Baptist Church. James had a special ability to relate easily to others and make them feel comfortable. James enjoyed life and was a lifelong fan of the Baltimore Orioles, the Cleveland Browns, and the New York Knicks. He enjoyed working in his yard, washing his cars, listening to jazz music and watching classic westerns on television.
In addition to his children, James leaves behind his nephew, Douglas Rutledge, of Williamston, SC, as well as several cousins. James’ favorite charity was St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. The family also acknowledges the efforts of the nurses and doctors at Hartford Hospital.
Calling hours are from 5-8 pm on Wednesday February 9th at Browne Memorial Chapels, 43 Shaker Road in Enfield, CT. The funeral service will take place at 12 noon on Thursday February 10th at Third Baptist Church, 188 Kent Avenue, Suffield, CT. The funeral service will be followed by interment at Hazardville Cemetery. Attendees are asked to abide by CDC and the protocols of Browne Memorial Chapels and Third Baptist Church regarding temperature checks, hand sanitizing, mask wearing, social distancing and seating arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in honor of James to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.