July 7, 1964 – December 27, 2021
James Earl Dement, Jr. passed away on December 27, 2021 at the age of 57. He was a caring husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and pillar in the community. His kind heart left a beacon of light for all in the community of Friendswood, TX.
James graduated from Alvin High School and continue his education at The University of Texas at Austin. He completed his degree in Accounting at The University of Houston at Clear Lake in 1987. Wanting to better serve his community, James became a police officer in 1996. After 17 years of inspiring the lives of many Friendswood children as a D.A.R.E. officer, James was promoted to Sergeant of the Friendswood Police Department in 2017.
James was preceded by his beautiful granddaughter, Margo.
James is survived by his beautiful, loving, wife Alice; as well as his sons: Stephen and Tyler and his stepchildren: Kortnie, Korey, Kalan and Kylie. He was a proud papa to his grandchildren: Elise, Jude, and Jorgie. He is also survived by his parents: Bonnie and James as well as his sister Kimberly and her children Sophia and Mathias.
A link to view the live stream of the private service will be available on Wednesday, January 5, 2022. Please refer to this page on this date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Friendswood Blue Santa at https:://checkout.square.site/merchant/3PJKD57MTNA5C/checkout/2Q3GXVGGJNBKQ2XZ7L3ATAZD
Or a check can be made to the Friendswood Police Officer Association (please include it is for Blue Santa in the notes)
Condolences may be sent to the Dement Family in care of Jeter Memorial Funeral Home at www.jeterfuneralhome.com
12 thoughts on “James Earl Dement, Jr.”
Sending sympathy and prayers to James’ family. I knew James when we both worked at a bank 35 years ago. We were very good friends. I remember him being such a kind and caring soul. May he Rest In Peace.
Our condolences to the Dement family. We are deeply saddened for your loss.
We will continue to lift you all up in prayer.
Sincerely,
Tom and Diane Arsola
Officer Dement was such a joyful presence at Friendswood High School and will be sorely missed! Always quick to offer a smile, Officer Dement never made you feel like you were a child—which goes a long way when you’re a young and rebellious teenager. He was certainly in the right career and provided a watchful and respected eye that made high school, a.k.a. the world, a better place. Lots of love to his family. May Jesus be near to your hearts.
Proud to be related to this wonderful man. He loved our sister deeply and embraced her family with open arms. He was such a devoted first responder and loved working with the public , especially children. We will miss him.
Curtis and Marguerite Bagwell
He was a man of much love to his wife and dedicated to his family . We had nice conversations he and I . You were the best things that ever happened to my sister and my nieces and nephews. You will be missed as well as always loved by the Wilson family.
Love Wyatt Wilson
Sgt. Dement was a great representative for the City of Friendswood. For many years during my morning drive to work, he would be directing traffic at the intersection of Stadium Drive and FM 2351 at Westwood- Bales. Always with a smile and wave, traffic flowed flawlessly. I did not know him personally, but he exuded such a professional demeanor, couple with caring and confidence. I am sure he will be missed by those who worked with him and those who loved him. My prayers and condolences go out to each of you. I will leave you with this:
"A Fallen Limb"
unknown author
A limb has fallen from the family tree.
I keep hearing a voice that says,
"Grieve not for me. Remember the best times,
the laughter, the songs.
the good life I lived while I was still strong.
Continue my heritage, I'm counting on you.
Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through.
My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest,
remember all how I truly was blessed.
Continue traditions, no matter how small,
go on with your life, don't just stare at the wall.
I will miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin,
until the day comes, we're together again.
God bless
Heartfelt condolences to the Dement Family. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. He will missed by so many. I enjoyed his friendship the 21 years I worked with him.
I grew up across the street from Sgt. James Dement. My prayers are with his family. He had the best playhouse his Daddy built. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Rest in peace
My thoughts and prayers are with Sgt. Dement’s family and friends. I had the privilege of working with Sgt. Dement when he came to my classroom at FJH for DARE. He will be missed.
My most sincere condolences to the family and friends of James Dement. He was a very respectful and honorable young man. May God's spirit surround and comfort each of you.
Bonnie and James,
I'm so saddened to hear about James's death. I've always loved and admired your family and am sorry for the sorrow that you are enduring. Even though we haven't been in contact for 30+ years, I know James achieved his dreams of being a police officer and having a big family of his own. I miss you guys and wish you the best.
Love, Tobi Walsh Moreland
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It's on a entirely different subject but it has pretty much the same page
layout and design. Wonderful choice of colors!