Retired Master Trooper James Lee Lacks Obituary

Retired Master Trooper James Lee Lacks, 78, of Kenbridge, Va., went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 15, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Simuel E. and Bessie M. Lacks; a sister, Alice Beverley; and brothers, Raleigh, Simuel and Manuel.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Glenda H. Lacks; and his son, Jason Lacks (Amy); PaPa to Connor Lacks and Micah Lacks all of Kenbridge. Also surviving is a sister, Dolly Ann Owens (Leon) and brothers, Carlton (Linda) and Travis (Judy); cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family. James served our country in the 1^st Battalion 9^th Marines during the Vietnam War. He retired as a Master Trooper with the Virginia Department of State Police after 32 years of service. He was a deacon and devoted member of the Tussekiah Baptist Church, where funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 19, 2023.  Interment was in the church cemetery with honors. In lieu of flowers please consider memorial donations to Tussekiah Baptist Church, 3514 Crymes Road, Meherrin, VA 23954.

Clarke Funeral Home, Kenbridge, in charge of arrangements.