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Kenia Iris DeJesus James Dies at 62

Kenia Iris DeJesus James

Kenia Iris DeJesus James died on March 10. She was 62 years old.

She is survived by her spouse, Jerry A. James; stepdaughters: Stephanie Bronson, Diana James and Kimisha James; sons: Kasim Williams, Kwame Williams and Gyasi Williams; grandson, Khaleel George Williams; sisters: Irene DeJesus and Patricia Gordon; brother, Elliot Vegas; nieces: Karima Nurse Britten, Shenel Drew, Rhickisha Hinkson and Keshawna Hinkson; and father-in-law, Jeremiah James.

She is also survived by daughters-in-law: Lyn Barnes and Iwala Tonge Williams; brothers-in-law: Jay James and Camille S. Williams Sr.; sisters-in-law: Doris-Mae Williams, Gerry Lee James and Nilda James; special friend, Anita Hendricks; cousins and other relatives: Gloria, Jenny, Shaman, Mickey and Sonia; as well as other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, April 13, at Kingshill Cemetery.  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and public health regulations, masks and facial coverings must be worn at all times.

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