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1929
James
2010
James William Birt
October 6, 1929 — July 27, 2010
James was born in West Point, Mississippi. He moved to Portland, Oregon as a teenager with his father, sister and brother.
James served in the United States Army, and worked as a Pressman at the Oregonian for about 40 years.
James was preceded in death by his mother, Alfreida Snowden Birt; father, Jack Birt; sister, Willie Ella Casey; and son, James Donald Birt.
James was a caring, supportive brother, father, grandfather, uncle, friend and neighbor who will be greatly missed.
A viewing will be held Saturday, July 31, 2010 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday August 1, 2010 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Rose City Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday, August 7, 2010 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in the courtyard.
James served in the United States Army, and worked as a Pressman at the Oregonian for about 40 years.
James was preceded in death by his mother, Alfreida Snowden Birt; father, Jack Birt; sister, Willie Ella Casey; and son, James Donald Birt.
James was a caring, supportive brother, father, grandfather, uncle, friend and neighbor who will be greatly missed.
A viewing will be held Saturday, July 31, 2010 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday August 1, 2010 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Rose City Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday, August 7, 2010 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in the courtyard.
Visitation
Rose City Funeral Home
5625 Northeast Fremont Street
Portland
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97213-1754
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Celebration of Life
Westminster Presbyterian Church
1624 Northeast Hancock Street
Portland
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97212-4499
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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