James Edward Pearson, Jr. "Jim/JP", 65, passed away unexpectedly Friday, July 9, 2021. Jim was a lifetime resident of Newport News except for various duty stations around the world. He was a proud military kid following in his dad's footsteps serving his country as a United States Marine. After his military career, he worked at Advex Corporation for a short time and then for 20 years as a Correctional Officer at the Newport News City Farm, ultimately retiring from Public Works in 2017.

He was preceded in death by his parents James Sr. and Betty Pearson, as well as his brother Joey Pearson and his nephew Brett Lanciano.

He is survived by his daughters Katie Pearson (Craig) and Ame Rhodes (Bryan), and his longtime girlfriend Dawn Martin, and her children & grandchildren. He was excited to welcome his granddaughter Kimberly Ann, who is due in November. He is also survived by his siblings Mary Staton (Ronnie), John Pearson (Cathy), Missy Easter; nieces and nephews JJ, Ashley, Corey, Brittney and Raymond and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Visitation will be held on Monday, July 19, 2021 from 1:00PM – 1:45pm with a memorial service to follow at 2:00PM at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) at 1458 Todds Lane, Hampton.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #25 Shop with a Cop Program, P.O. Box 2238, Newport News, VA 23609, or First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 1458 Todds Lane, Hampton, VA 23666.

A special thank you to the Newport News Fire/Rescue Squad from Station #3, as well as Newport News Police Department for your caring and understanding in our time of need. Also thanks to a few special neighbors that went above & beyond.