James Wyckoff

James Henry Wyckoff Jr., affectionately known to many as Chico, was born on June 14, 1959, in Camden, NJ, USA and departed life at home with his sister Kim on February 7th 2026. James was one of seven children who grew up in Camden NJ and attended Camden city school district. He was a man of many attributes, but most notably, he was adventurous, funny, reliable, and thoughtful. Despite never having been formally employed, James was an industrious man who worked various jobs throughout his lifetime. His love for music and fondness for watching scary movies were two of his defining traits that will be remembered by his loved ones.

James is survived by his father, James Henry Wyckoff Sr and step-mother Marva Wyckoff. His children James III, Kashife Wyckoff, Tamil Wyckoff his wife Karen Wyckoff, Terrel Hoskins, and his step-son Primo Wansley and his wife, Nicole. He was a proud grandfather to 11 grandchildren. James is also survived by his sisters Janice Wyckoff, Anna Wyckoff, Terry Wyckoff, Kim Wyckoff Sherman, Charmise Holloman, Lisa Wyckoff, and Nicole Howell Wyckoff, his aunts Joyce Fowler and Wanda Stevens, and a host of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Janet Arlene Stevens, and his brother, Leroy James Wyckoff.

We also encourage all to visit the memorial page dedicated to James. Here, you can upload photos, share memories, and celebrate the life of our beloved Chico. His spirit lives on in the stories and memories we share. Your contributions will serve as a comforting reminder of the adventurous, funny, reliable, and thoughtful man he was.