James Tadlock, Jr, 90, of Prince George, VA, passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at his home surrounded by family.
He was born in Dunn, NC, on December 8, 1931, and has been a resident of Prince George, VA, for over 49 years. Mr. Tadlock was the son of the James Wright Tadlock and Eva Stewart Tadlock. He married Jeanette Jackson on June 20, 1955, in Dillon, SC. Mr. Tadlock was a veteran of the US Army and retired as Sergeant Major from Ft. Lee, VA. He faithfully served our nation on 3 continents during times of war, and during times of peace, throughout his 27 years of proud, committed service. His sacrifices and accomplishments demonstrated throughout his decorated military career were his great honor. His unwavering conviction, integrity and dedication to excellence was demonstrated in the legacy passed on to his loving family. He instilled in his family the importance of hard work and doing every job with excellence. He will also be remembered by his family and friends for his active involvement in lending a helping hand to those in need in the community and for his lighthearted humor and joy for life.
SGM Tadlock was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Jeanette Jackson Tadlock of Prince George, VA. SGM Tadlock is survived by his two sons, William Dwayne Tadlock and his wife, Dona, of Chester, VA, and James Gary Tadlock and his wife, Celynda, of Atlanta, GA; six grandchildren, Jennifer Tadlock, Michael (Amanda) Tadlock, Dustin Tadlock, Melissa (Eric) Dimayuga, Maclean Tadlock and Mackenna Tadlock; and four great grandchildren, Tyler Mayes, Kelsea Williams, Austin Williams, and Emma Tadlock. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Tadlock; his sister Magdalene (Harry) Stephenson; and brothers John (Hilda) Tadlock and Larry (Brenda) Tadlock.
A graveside funeral service will be held Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 2:30 pm at Harnett Devotional Gardens, Dunn, NC. The Reverend James Michael Tadlock will officiate the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675 in memory of James Tadlock, Jr. Condolences may be registered at
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