In Loving Memory of
James Earl Washington
October 22, 1954 – December 18, 2025
James Earl Washington, age 71, passed away unexpectedly on December 18, 2025, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed.
Born in Corona, California, James lived a life defined by integrity, steadiness, and quiet strength. A retired salesman, he valued hard work, fairness, and treating others with respect—principles that guided both his professional life and his personal relationships.
James is survived by his children: Myesha Febres (Naomi), Nakia Washington, Mason Smith-Washington, and Raveyn Barnes-Washington, and by his bonus children, Jasmyne Coward and Darcy Barnes. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Noah Washington and Mykell Brown, along with five bonus grandchildren who brought him great joy. He is further survived by his sisters, Mary Washington, Rebecca Caton, Linda Washington, and Nadine Washington, as well as extended family and friends. He was known simply as “Uncle” to several nieces and nephews.
James was preceded in death by his son, James Earl Washington II; his parents, James V. Washington and Annie Lee Washington (Stewart); his sister, Alicia Marie Washington; and his brother, James V. Washington, Jr.
James enjoyed playing basketball, a good game of spades, and backgammon—especially when there was a worthy opponent. He valued connection, conversation, and time spent with those he loved.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, January 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Shrine of Remembrance “America the Beautiful” Chapel, 1730 East Fountain Boulevard, Colorado Springs, CO 80910.
James will be remembered as a dependable and grounding presence, deeply devoted to family and committed to showing up for others. His legacy lives on in the values he shared and the lives he touched.
I would like to extend my Condolences to James Washington on behalf of the Washington family and extended family members. I will always remember James’s big smile and his sauntering approach you know the way he always greeted me whenever he saw me, He was always and will always be Uncle James. My heart hurts for Nikkia, her siblings and the Washington family. This is one of those passings that no ever expected or wants to hear the awful news of. Uncle James I know you are in a better place and with your loved ones gone before you, may you Rest In Peace in the everlasting arms of our Lord God and Jesus Christ. Amen
Wishing you peace, comfort, and courage during this time of sorrow. James will be deeply missed. ❤️
My sincere condolences to the family and and all who loved him.
My brother James loved his family and friends and I cherish being his big Sister. He supported me through words of affirmation and love as my loving brother. My faith in knowing he is at peace in the arms and love in Jesus/ so many wonderful memories and stories in my heart for my baby brother.🌷✝️
I only knew Jw for a few short months when I lived in Colorado. Long enough to leave a big impression on me. Loved working with him. He was kind, intelligent, hard working, and had a hell of a heart. I met many good people in Colorado but Jw stands out. Before I left he invited my small family and all our co-workers his home and threw us a big going away party. He was so generous to us, people he hadn’t known very long, I know his death is devastating to those who knew him best. Im praying for their comfort and peace through this difficult time
I will always miss my only brother. He is and was loved by everyone in our family. It is a comfort to know he is in arms of God, our mother and daddy, and his own son. Plus members of the family who have gone on before him. I love you brother and will hold you in my heart forever.
I am at a loss for words. My heart has been broken for a second time, the first when we lost our son James II and now you JW. Heaven is truly filled love. My deepest condolances to our daughter Nikki, her siblings and the entire Washington family. I pray that our comforter The Lord Jesus Christ gives you all the peace that surpasses all understanding.
Rest in peace James.
I was saddened to hear of his passing. We grew up together, and while time took us in different directions, there was always a sense of close friendship and familiarity there. I was especially grateful for the closeness I shared with your family, and those memories mean a great deal to me. Our heartfelt condolences to all of you. Rest in Paradise James.
To Nikki and Noah and the entire Washington family, I want to express my condolences and prayers to you all at this time . James will be missed ,so sorry for your loss ,may God continue to bless and be your source of strengh.
I extend my deepest condolences to the Washington family. James was one of my best friends from elementary to high school. He would make sure that I got home safe when leaving their house. My prayers are with you all 🥰
My deepest condolences to the entire family. When I was growing up I was at the Washington’s house more than my own. Always love and comfort filled house. I will miss James’s beautiful smile. I love all of you Washingtons, God bless you. all.
I’m so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers and thoughts. The Washington family was part of my childhood here Colorado Springs. The memories we’ll never forget. May God comfort and strengthen you. God bless. Gwen
James (JW) The world will never be the same without that smile, attitude and zest for life.
You walked this earth as an Angel doing your part of sharing a genuine love for everyone you met.
Rest in paradise and may The Lord comfort your family during this very difficult time.
“To live in hearts, we leave behind is not to die.”
DD