James C. Africa

Self-employed construction worker and farmer James C. Africa, 39, of Prosperity, died at 1:45 p.m. Saturday, June 1, 2002, in his home, following a lengthy illness. He was born June 22, 1962, in Fort Meade, Md., a son of Grace Lillian Clark Africa of Prosperity and the late William Joseph Africa Sr. Mr. Africa attended Canon-McMillan schools. He was self-employed as a construction worker and farmer. Mr. Africa was active in various area motorcycle groups and enjoyed cooking at charitable fund-raising events. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are four stepsons, Christopher Africa of Prosperity and James L., Joshua P. and Mark D. Hatfield, all of Prosperity; two brothers, William Africa Jr. of Canonsburg and Glenn Africa of Washington; five sisters, Linda Carlisle of Washington, Patty Ann Silose of New Mexico, Brenda Huber of Washington, Gracie Africa of Canonsburg and Darlene Carlisle of Washington; and several nieces and nephews. Deceased is his stepfather, Henry Rittnour. AFRICA - Friends of James C. Africa of Prosperity, who died Saturday, June 1, 2002, will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday in William G. Neal Funeral Homes Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington, where private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Additional information and tributes online at www.NealFuneralHome.com.