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James McSurdy Obituary
Born in Williamstown, August 12, 1946, he was a son of Anna Rowe McSurdy, Mechanicsburg and the late Samuel McSurdy.
He was a graduate of the former Williamstown High School and received his bachelors degree in education from Bloomsburg University.
He retired after 30 years, as a science teacher at Williams Valley Jr-Sr. High School.
He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, a life member of the Liberty Hose Co. # 1 Williamstown and Dauphin County Fireman Association; a social member of the the Williamstown American Legion#239, a member of the Ashlar Lodge #570 F&AM, Lykens and a member of the PSEA.
Jim was an avid sports fan, especially enjoying Penn State.
In addition to his father he was pre-deceased by a sister, Carol Feaster.
Surviving in addition to his mother are his wife of 37 years, Carol A. Sponsler McSurdy; Two sisters, Jane Engle, North Carolina and Deborah Galvario, Florida; 2 God Daughters, Venessa and Lexi Johns, Tower City; Several nieces and nephews.
Memorial services were held Saturday, Oct. 10 at 11 a.m. from Immanuel Lutheran Church, Williamstown. Donations should me made to his church, East and Vine Street, Williamstown, PA, 17098, or Williamstown American Legion, 123 W. Market Street, Williamstown, PA, 17098.
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George & Dorothy Barkos
October 10, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Theresa (Rodichok) Darhower
October 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. It seems like only yesterday when Mr. McSurdy and my Dad, Chal, coached the "Indians" in Little League baseball for the WYAA. It was back then when I first had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know Mr. McSurdy. Years later, Mr. McSurdy was my Science teacher at Williams Valley High School. He was a great teacher with a great sense of humor. I can remember how we'd always be joking and pulling pranks on each other over College football, as he was a die hard Penn State fan and I was and still am a die hard Notre Dame fan. Mr. McSurdy was not only a great teacher and coach at Williams Valley, he was a great man who cared about all of his students and players. He had "Spirit" and a "Heart of Gold". He was a very nice man and friend as well. It was a priveledge to have had the chance to get to know him, to have been one of his students, a cheerleader, who cheered him and the WV Vikings on to their many victories, and a statistition, who kept the baseball statistics for him. I feel very fortunate to have known such wonderful man, teacher and friend. God Bless you Mr. McSurdy, I will never forget you or the great times we had during little league baseball and the wonderful memories at Williams Valley!
Denise & Don Coles
October 8, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 8, 2009
My sincere condolences to Carol and Jim's family. Jim was one of those people who if you knew him in your youth and were previledged to be his friend, no matter that the years may have passed by, when you saw him it was like the years could not diminish the friendship. He was always just glad to see you. God Bless, Marie McNamara
Gary and Hollie Bingaman & Family
October 8, 2009
Carol and Family,
We were saddened to learn of Jim's passing. You can be assured that comfort and hope are found in the pages of the bible. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Larry Harbonic
October 8, 2009
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the recent passing of your loved one. He will be greatly missed. May you find strength in the Lord at this time of greiving. Sincerely Larry and Thelma Harbonic and The Zarker Family.
Henry Bernatonis
October 8, 2009
So long, old Pal- Seems like yesterday we were sharing an apartment at the Knights of Columbus in Bloomsburg, living like shnooks, looking forward to rich, fulfilling lives. Sorry to see you go, Jim, but I know you're in a better place now, maybe you've even got a new VW, as good as the one you had in '68. A lot of folk will miss you, know that you're in my prayers, and that I'll have a Bitters' Cup with you. Eternal Rest, Old Friend. May God hold you.
Pastor Kathy Kuehl
October 8, 2009
Carol, I am so sorry I cannot be at the funeral. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Pat Lebo
October 8, 2009
I was very sorry to hear of the death of Jim. He was a great person and a wonderful school teacher. People only had good things to say about him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless all of his family.
October 8, 2009
My deepist sympathies to Jim,s wife, Mom and sisters. Jim was my best friend in our grade and high school years.
Sincerly,
David Pyle
October 8, 2009
My Dear Friend Carol,
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. It was always good to see him when I was visiting Mom in the home. I pray for love and peace to be with you and all your families.You can be sure Jim is at peace now in the Lord's loving arms.
Ellen
October 8, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs Terry Schwalm
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