James Dale Wakefield

February 21, 1951 –

September 9, 2022

Obituary

James Dale Wakefield of Carrollton, TX passed away on Friday, August 9, 2022 at the age of 71. James found his “forever vocation” (31 years) as a Computer Specialist with Amdahl which was later purchased by Fujitsu. James touched the lives of many, as he never met a stranger. He loved racing, fixing up old cars, hunting and cruising either by car or boat. He was adored and loved by many and will leave a space in the heart of all who knew him.

James is preceded in death by his parents Jay Reeder and Margrette Vella Wakefield and a son Brian James Wakefield. He leaves behind his adoring wife, Rosemary Wilson Wakefield, daughter, Courtney Leigh Wilson, grandchildren, Isabella and Carter Wilson, Nana(Aunt Wanda) with Uncle Troy Owens and Pals, Linda Ward and Ivy Fite. He also leaves a host of Family, Friends and Co-workers, who loved him, he will be deeply missed by his loving family, his devoted friends, and all the wonderful individuals who knew and loved him.

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Funeral Services have been entrusted to North Dallas Funeral Home, A Funeral Service will be held on Friday September 16, 2022 at 2:00pm at North Dallas Funeral Home located at 2710 Valley View Ln, Farmers Branch, TX 75234.

Linda Henderson

13 Oct 2022

10:42am

James was always such a sweet and soft spoken man and will be missed by so many of us. Prayers to Rosemary and Courtney and all the family.

Al Skwarek

13 Oct 2022

10:42am

Worked with James at Dresser Industries. He was a true professional but also had a great sense of humor.

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Dear John,

It was such a nice pleasure to meet you, and what you had planned for my father just took my breath away. It was so special to hear you tell us how he would just come over to talk with you. I think it brought him much comfort. Thank you for putting that Air Force article of him on your website. I am going to have a replica made of the painting of his plane to give you.

Thank you again for all you have done to honor our dad.

Love, The Gillilands

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