James Williams

On March 18, 2003, DOREEN J.; devoted wife of James Williams; mother of Danielle Murphy and Denzel J. Williams; daughter of Warren Stewart and stepdaughter of Yvonne Stewart. She is also survived by one sister Loretta Morton and Wayne Stewart and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the FAMILY OWNED MARCH FUNERAL HOME WEST, INC., 4300 Wabash Ave., on Friday after 8:30 A.M. Family will receive friends on Saturday, at the Pentecost Baptist Church, 1615 Poplar Grove Street, at 10 A.M., followed by funeral services at 10:30 A.M. See: www.marchfh.

Anne Arundel County Police have identified a pedestrian who was struck and killed early Sunday morning while trying to cross a road in Glen Burnie. James William King Sr., 45, of no fixed address, was fatally hit on Furnace Branch Road. At about 3:29 a.m., county police and fire departments responded to a report of a crash involving a pedestrian in the area of South Meadow Road, police said. Upon arrival, officers found a 1999 Chrysler 300 stopped in the northbound lane near the double yellow line, police said.

A Baltimore firefighter under scrutiny for allegedly balking and blocking a stairway in a burning rowhouse during a search for a missing child may have been overcome by exhaustion, a source close to the investigation said yesterday.A high-ranking Fire Department source said commanders have interviewed more than half the firefighters who worked the blaze Thanksgiving Day in the 500 block of McMechen St. that claimed the life of 7-year-old Randi E. McDonald.Based on those interviews, the source said, investigators believe that firefighter James Williams, 46, might have been tired after dragging a hose through a living room and extinguishing flames that had erupted around him.The source said officials expect the investigation to be completed by today and Fire Chief Herman Williams Jr., who is not related to the firefighter, most likely will disclose the findings today.

Series Everybody Hates Chris: : After Chris (Tyler James Williams) passes his driver's test, Rochelle and Julius (Tichina Arnold, Terry Crews) give him permission to buy a car. (8 p.m., WNUV-Channel 54) Bill Moyers Journal: : For years, best-selling author William Greider sounded the alarm about Washington's unholy alliance with Wall Street and the failure of the Federal Reserve and other regulators to take preventive measures to avoid disaster. Now he offers some suggestions on how to manage the current crisis.

Richard Bloch, 78, who helped found tax preparation giant H&R Block Inc., died of heart failure yesterday at his home in Kansas City, Mo. Mr. Bloch founded the company in 1955 with his brother, Henry, to take advantage of the vacuum left as the Internal Revenue Service stopped providing free income tax returns service. The Kansas City-based company became the world's largest tax preparer, serving 21 million clients in 11 countries. Mr. Bloch's other main focus was cancer. He received a diagnosis of terminal lung cancer in 1978, but was found to be cured after two years of aggressive treatment.

Series Everybody Hates Chris:: While test-driving the janitor's car, Chris (Tyler James Williams) accidentally hits Greg (Vincent Martella). (8 p.m., WNUV-Channel 54) Battlestar Galactica:: The science-fiction saga about the human survivors of a nuclear holocaust comes to a close. (9 p.m., Sci-Fi) Friday Night Lights:: When J.D. (Jeremy Sumpter) meets a girl at school, his father (D.W. Moffett) worries he is losing his focus on football. (9 p.m., WBAL-Channel 11) Movies 3:10 to Yuma:: A rancher (Christian Bale)

BaseballAngels: Optioned IF George Arias and P Ben VanRyn to Triple-A Vancouver. Recalled IF Damion Easley and P Dennis Springer from Vancouver.Expos: Placed P Kirk Rueter on 15-day DL with inflammation in left knee. Recalled P Alex Pacheco from Triple-A Ottawa.Pirates: Purchased contract of P Marc Wilkins from Double-A Carolina. Designated P Joe Boever for assignment.Royals: Claimed P Tim Pugh off waivers from Reds. Designated former Orioles P Terry Clark for assignment.Tigers: Recalled OF Curtis Pride (Silver Spring)

On June 13, 2004, EMILY LOUISE, born September 20, 1915 in Rock Hill, SC., beloved wife of the late Andrew Pascal Moore, Sr., devoted mother of the late Roy Lee (Tommy) Lindsay, Jr., and Andrew P. Moore, Jr., loving daughter of the late Janie (nee Withers) and James Williams; dear sister of Vergie Mae Williams Mitchell of Morganton, NC and the late Cora Lee Rollins and Rebecca Miller; aunt of Betty Ann Mitchell Clark of Morganton, NC, Carolyn Mitchell Smith and her husband Clarence of Rock Hill, SC, William (Billy)

LIVIN' LARGEOriginal Motion Picture Soundtrack(Def Jam 48501)After the success of soundtracks like those to "New Jack City" and "Boyz N the Hood," it might seem that the only way a hip-hop soundtrack can have any success is by being tied into some sort of gangster flick. But the soundtrack to "Livin' Large" (the film is scheduled for release later this month) should prove that assumption wrong, if only because its music is considerably more consistent than what its competition offers. An impressive survey of New York's finest hip-hop acts, it includes a couple of killer raps by the Jungle Brothers, an invigorating remix of Slick Rick's "The Ruler" by house DJ Mr. Lee, and Downtown Science's thought provoking "If I Was."

In the latest edition of In the Womb, viewers are taken this weekend for a prenatal sneak peek at identical twins. Born from the same single fertilized egg, identical twins not surprisingly retain a similar physical appearance as they grow up. But this National Geographic Channel special explains that the influences of genes reach beyond physical appearance, affecting personalities, sexual preferences and other characteristics. But despite the similarities that can bond these twins throughout their lives, they are not a 100 percent genetic match.

In the latest edition of In the Womb, viewers are taken this weekend for a prenatal sneak peek at identical twins. Born from the same single fertilized egg, identical twins not surprisingly retain a similar physical appearance as they grow up. But this National Geographic Channel special explains that the influences of genes reach beyond physical appearance, affecting personalities, sexual preferences and other characteristics. But despite the similarities that can bond these twins throughout their lives, they are not a 100 percent genetic match.

On January 23, 2007, WILLIAM E. JAMES; beloved husband of Kimberly (nee Cagle); devoted father of K.C., Will and Ashley James; loving step-father of Shannon and Sara Michael; loving son of Frank and Linda James; loving brother of Frank James, IV; dear son in-law of Terry Cagle. Also survived by many loving family members. A memorial service will be held, Saturday, 3:30 P.M. at the Connelly Funeral Home of Essex, 300 Mace Avenue. Family will receive friends, Saturday, between the hours of 3 and 5 P.M. Interment Private.

On September 10, 2005; JAMES WILLIAM JOHNSON A.K.A. "Bucky". He is survived by parents Melvin and Judith Johnson; two sisters, Judith Johnson, Sharon Jacob and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. On Wednesday friends may call at INTEGRITY FUNERAL SERVICES, 119-121 S. Stricker St. from 3 to 5 P.M. and 7 to 9 P.M. On Thursday, the family will receive friends from 10:30 to 11 A.M., with services to follow. Inquiries to 410-566-5500.

James William Nicolay, a retired civil engineer and expert marksman, died of Parkinson's disease Tuesday at Gilchrist Center for Hospice Care. The longtime Woodlawn resident was 78. Mr. Nicolay was born in Baltimore and raised in Walbrook. After graduating from Polytechnic Institute in 1945, he enlisted in the Navy and served aboard a minesweeper in the Pacific during the waning days of World War II. He was a seaman first class at the time of his discharge in 1946. He earned a degree in civil engineering in 1950 from the University of Maryland, College Park and began his career as a draftsman with Sandlass and Wieman, an engineering company.

On April 15, 2005, JAMES WILLIAM KNISLEY, JR., beloved husband of Penny Knisley; father of James "Soc" Knisley III, Jeff "Bones" Knisley and Jennifer Loveless; brother of Ruth Grimes, Diana Herb, Bonita Mickley and Thomas Knisley. Also survived by ten grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to call Monday, April 18, 2005 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. at Donaldson Funeral Home, P.A., where funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2005, at 11 A.M. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA, 23058.

James C. WilliamsWorked for Social SecurityJames C. Williams, a retired employee of the Social Security Administration and active Baptist church member, died last Monday of a heart attack at Medical Hospital of Virginia in Richmond. He was 69.From 1962 to his retirement in 1978, he worked at the SSA as a medical coder, examining Medicare claims.Before working for the SSA, Mr. Williams was an orderly at the Public Service Hospital, now known as Wyman Park Medical Center.Mr. Williams was active in Morning Star Baptist Church, where he was a member of the Sunday School, Baptist Training Union and trustee board.