Passed away at Nanaimo Regional Hospital on May 21st, 2018 surrounded by his loving wife Gertrude and family. James was predeceased by his son James Thomas (Maureen) in 2016. Leaving to mourn are his children Deborah (Daryl), Paul (Sharon), John (Donna), Mary Jane (Doug), Keith (Lisa) and Robert. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren Christopher, Nadine, Jennifer, Paul, Lisa, Marcus, Adam, Peter, Patrick, Barron, Sarah, Makayla, Wyatt, Silas, Keenan and Talia will sadly miss their Poppy.
James lived a full life beginning in Newfoundland & Labrador and will be missed by his large clan including his siblings Gus, Bernice, Frances, Peter, John, Kevin, Patricia and their families. His family and friends wish him Godspeed on his journey.