Casandra James

Casandra James, 63, of Atlanta, Texas, passed away on September 19, 2025, at Christus St. Michael Hospital. She was born February 10, 1962 in Atlanta, Texas, to the late R.V. and Opal James, and she leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and cherished memories.

Casandra was baptized at an early age and became a devoted member of St. Paul CME Church in Atlanta. As a committed Christian, she taught Children’s Sunday School and served faithfully as a Youth Director. She inspired countless young children to become active participants in meaningful church activities for many years.

Casandra attended Pruitt Elementary School and graduated from Atlanta High School with the Class of 1980. After graduation, she went on to study Business Administration at Texarkana College. She later worked as a Store Manager for E-Z Mart in Atlanta before beginning her career with First National Bank of Atlanta, where she retired from the Queen City Branch.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Casandra leaves to cherish her memory three brothers, Alfred Dawson, Harold James, and Jerold James; two nephews, Jason Smith and Alfred Dawson II; along with several uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, and friends who will deeply miss her presence.

Private family services will be held, with burial on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Shiloh Cemetery, under the direction of Coleman Atlanta Funeral Home.