James Leon Hoban Jr. Obituary
The world bids farewell to James Leon Hoban Jr. in Lynchburg, Virginia, born in Providence, Rhode Island, departing on October 22, 2024 at the age of 81. James Leon leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Leon Hoban Jr. to show support.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy James Leon leaves behind and his impact on the lives of his loved ones. Though James Leon may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the memories held dear by his family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Beatrice Guthrie Hoban and James L. Hoban, Sr.. He was also cherished by his wife of fifty-two years; and by numerous first cousins.
Jim's last large oil painting was of the Sea Cloud, a yacht on which we were privileged to sail in the Caribbean in January of 2020, just before the beginning of the pandemic.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Public Television, VPM or BlueRidge, the Lynchburg Humane Society, or the Westminster Canterbury Lynchburg Employee Assistance or Education Fund.
