Mr. James Raymond Froneberger was born on February 3, 1937 to the late Maggie Lee Froneberger in Cramerton, North Carolina. James answered his Heavenly Father’s call and went home to receive his reward of eternal life on May 11th, 2017.

James moved to Staten Island, New York as a child. He attended New York City Public Schools. James worked in the field of Hospitality, and at Ethan Allen furniture for several years; he was a hard worker. He enjoyed reading and had a passion for knowledge. James truly loved his family, and was a friend to many. He was a true man of GOD.

James was preceded in death by his siblings: Tyrone Theordore Roosevelt and Clara Lee Froneberger. He is survived by his daughter Jade Shippy (Christopher) of Charlotte, NC: two grandchildren Jaden Nash and Christian Shippy; his favorite niece Margie Lewis of Staten Island, New York along with a host of nieces, nephews, great grandchildren, cousins and friends.