James Belcher III, age 26

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Lost to gun violence on May 22, 2026 in Richmond, Virginia.

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  • Nickname:
    11 JC
    2 Trey
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  • Number of children:
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  • Personality:
    7 very funny always knew what to say
    6 so creative
    5 best lyricist 💯
    4 The life of every room
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  • Occupation:
    6 Salesman
    3 Entrepreneur
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  • Workplace:
    5 Absolute Roofing
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  • Schools attended:
    6 Hickory High School
    6 Hickory Middle School
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  • Comments:
    7 Love you and miss you.
    7 Wish you were here
    6 Still making me laugh in my head
    5 My day one, my brother, my ace. I love you forever
    5 Long live james💔
    5 You will never be forgotten. Love you always!
    4 the impact you have made on others is immeasurable... thank you for being you.
    5 your love and friendship has forever impacted all of us. i miss you brother, i love you kitty.
    3 love you James . I’m so sorry
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