James Rachels
August 2, 1940 — August 8, 2010
RACHELS James Clayton JC Rachels, 70, spent more than 30 years in the car hauling industry filled with late night truck stops, cheap motels, greasy food and miles of steering 18-wheelers down black top highways as America streaked by. He drove for Hadley Auto Transport when he retired in 2007 as a member of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Union Local #657. His love of driving down Texas highways was only second to his love, Ruth Widner " best friend and fiance. He was born in Yadkinville, North Carolina on August 2, 1940 and passed away on August 8, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Lula Rachels and youngest sister, Linda. Survivors also include his son, James Rachels; beloved sisters and brother, Libby Myers of Salisbury, North Carolina, Maggie & Larry Stephens of Valdese, North Carolina and Larry Rachels of Statesville, North Carolina and other numerous relatives in North Carolina. JC made lifetime friends throughout his travels and he left a lasting impression in many hearts along the way. His humor, wit and distinctive laugh will be greatly missed. Special thanks to Dr. Vijay Gunuganti and Dr. George Best and the Northeast Baptist Hospital staff for all of their support and special care during JCs illness. In lieu of flowers, JC requested memorials be given to this program as it was very dear to his heart: American Cancer Society " Transportation Program 8115 Datapoint Drive San Antonio, Texas, 78229. Please state in memory of James Rachels. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at Schertz Funeral Home.
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