James Weaver, Ph.D., 79, of Tallahassee passed on Thursday, June 22, 2023. Funeral services will be in Emporia, VA on Sunday, July 9, under the direction of R.E. Pearson & Sons Funeral Home (434-634-2162) of Emporia. Dr. Weaver was a graduate of Gumberry High School. He received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from North Carolina A&T State University, and his Ph.D. from FSU. He was a former employee of the Leon County School District. Survivors include his daughters: Polly (Patrick) Jones, Pamela (Julius) Sessoms, Polly Squire, Kristin (Ian) Tucker Hodge, Polly Austin, Pamela (Byron) Wade; sons: Dexter Miles, Dwight (Jennifer) Hicks, Andre Hicks and Rodney (Juashebia) Battle; brother, Sterling (Ethel Lena) Weaver; several grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends.