Obituaries

Harry B. James, 98, of Bloomsburg, PA, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025, at his residence. He was born on March 27, 1927, in Liberty Township, PA, the son of the late Joseph W. and Rebecca Ritter James.

He was married for 33 years to the late Elda Elaine James. They were married February 14, 1947. He is survived by two of their children: Linda L. Lee and Amy L. James of Danville PA and he was preceded in death by their four other children: Ruth Ketterer, Jesse James, Harry “Stew” James and Philip James.

Being raised on a farm, Harry was an accomplished and gifted farmer throughout his life. He was also employed by PennDOT as a mechanical supervisor for 20 years, from where he retired in 1987.

He was a member of the Mooresburg Methodist Church and the Irish Grove Methodist Church. His other memberships included the Washington Lodge #265 in Bloomsburg, PA where he recently received his 50-year pin and the Liberty Township Fire Company.

With his greatest passion in life being farming, Harry also enjoyed fishing, traveling in his earlier years, and hunting at the cabin with his nephew, Rick.

Harry possessed a wealth of knowledge, wisdom and experience that has left a lasting legacy. He enjoyed making furniture, the creativity of dovetail woodworking and would fix anything that came his way. His hardworking ethic, his gardening and farm life were lovingly shared with his children, all of whom were raised on the farm. Harry lived a life characterized by dedication, integrity and a profound commitment to his family.

Harry is also survived by numerous grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Also surviving is his nephew and closest friend, Rick May, of Bloomsburg, PA.

In addition to his four children, he was preceded in death by three brothers: Lyman, Orval and Thomas James and five sisters: Florence, Bertha, Sara, Ethel and Martha. He was also preceded in death by his son-in-law, Butch Lee.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Harry’s Life to be held on Friday, April 11, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Visneski Funeral Home, Inc. 42 West Mahoning Street Danville, PA with Linda L. Wagner as celebrant. Friends will be received from 12:00 Noon until 12:45 PM. The burial will be private in the Mooresburg Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Masonic services will also be held.

The family will provide flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Mooresburg Methodist Church or the Mooresburg Cemetery c/o George Auten 2998 Mexico Road Milton, PA 17847.

Arrangements are under the direction of Visneski Funeral Home, Inc 42 West Mahoning Street Danville PA 17821. www.visneski.com.