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James Ballantine Obituary
He was born in Londonderry, Vt., to James and Mildred (Wilkins) Ballantine on Aug. 2, 1937. He married Elsie Danforth in 1955. They have 2 daughters, Doreen Watkins of Springfield and Lisa Blair of Cavendish.
James left behind 5 grandchildren, James, Jillian, Aimee, Jared and Benjamin; 6 great-grandchildren, Haley, Aubry, Breanna, Jacob, Taylor, Marcello. He was predeceased by a daughter, Vicki, and a grandson Chadwick. James leaves a sister, Shannon Selmer of Jamaica, and a brother, Richard Ballantine of Perkinsville.
James had two loves in his life, family and politics. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved his community and spent thousands of hours serving the people of Cavendish.
Arrangements are provided by Green Mt. Funeral Service of Windsor. Pastor Ken White is in charge, There will be a graveside service at the Cavendish Village cemetery on Aug. 11 at 11 a.m. After the service friends and family are welcome to meet at the Methodist Church in Proctorsville for lunch and to share memories.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Springfield Humane Society.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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for James Ballantine
Julie Parsells
August 10, 2012
Elsie and Family...So very sorry to hear of your loss. Jim touched so many hearts in his lifetime..He will be missed greatly.
Scott Ranney
August 10, 2012
Elsie and family, I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Jim as a dedicated town father; he was involved in many boards over the years. Jim should be the example for all of us in town, as to civic duty! We will miss Jim!!
Laurie Taylor
August 10, 2012
In Loving Memory of Uncle Jimmy. He is now in the arms of God....Love you Always.
Marion Harris
August 9, 2012
Mom is so very sad to hear of Jimmy's passing. She is remembering when Jimmy lived with her and Dad down on the island in West Townshend. He was a student at Leland and Gray. He was a very good card player as he always won. Actually, the winner had to make the coffee and they made sure he won. He remembered this also. Recently, as he was leaving my Dad's service, as he started up the stairs he turned and said "I'll put the coffee on..". love and hugs to the family from Aunt Marion and Carol
August 6, 2012
To the Ballantine family, may God's word give you comfort and strength at this time of great loss. (Isaiah 12:2) It is with my deepest sympathies that I send my condolences
Tammie Kinsman
August 6, 2012
In loving memory of Uncle Jimmy. I know you are sitting at the feet of Jesus.
Jeff Davis
August 6, 2012
Elsie and Family. I am sorry to hear of the loss of Jim. Jim was an integral part of the Fire Department for so many years an I will truly miss being able to talk with him about all things. Please let me know if there is any way I can help.
Judy Godin
August 5, 2012
Dear Aunt Elsie,
Sorry for your loss, will keep you all in our prayers
Love Judy
Laurie Taylor
August 5, 2012
Dear Aunt Elsie and Family,
Sorry to hear of Uncle Jim's passing, he will truly be missed and loved always. He is in Gods hands and will always be in our hearts with fond memories. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick Wyman
August 5, 2012
Sorry to hear about Jim's passing. Hope all of his family will be comforted and know he is in God's hands. Rick & Lane
Vicki Kenyon
August 5, 2012
Elsie and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all!
Mike & Vicki Kenyon
willis family
August 5, 2012
my thoughts and prayers go out to your family
Sue Pollard
August 5, 2012
Jim was truly a fighter in the face of adversity. I find comfort in knowing he died very peacefully, and I hope you all do, as well. My thoughts are with you, and sending you all big hugs. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your lives. (XO)
Jan Sherer
August 5, 2012
Dear Elsie and Family
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you and I hope that the support you receive from family and friends will help a little at this time of loss.
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