Born on the 17th Jan 1990 to Ian and Anna, James was the youngest of two sons, Nigel his brother being 6 years older. James lived at the family home in Sutterton Lincs. As a young boy he attended playschool and Kirton Primary School in Kirton and Thomas Cowley High School in Donnington, where among other things he learnt to play the keyboard and guitar. On leaving school he attended Boston College where he studied for his A levels which included Photography and Art. He secured a place at Huddersfield University to study for a degree in architecture. James had many hobbies and sports. He became an accomplished guitarist, keen footballer and surf-boarder, spending many summer days in Croyde Bay, Devon with his friends riding the surf and having long night beach parties. James died at 6.30pm on Sunday 11th May 2008 on the A16 Kirton bypass whilst overtaking another car. His funeral service was held at St Mary's Church Sutterton and he was laid to rest in the village not far from where he would have played football with his friends. James was a loving,loyal and kind son, brother and friend. We all miss him dreadfully and our love for him still grows daily.