James H. Dahlmann

James H. Dahlmann, of Greensburg, peacefully passed away at his home Thursday, Nov. 26, 2015, at the age of 95. Jim is survived by his wife of 73 years, Emily; his four children, James Jr. (Nadine), David (Kathy), Deborah (Dr. Paul Mahady) and Charles (Marla); eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Jane Bytheway; and numerous nieces and nephews. Jim was born to Charles and Christine Dahlmann. He is preceded in death by brothers, Charles Jr. and Elmer (Jack); and sisters, Margaret Randolph and Christine Murphy. He was a lifelong member of the First Reformed Church of Christ, where he served as a deacon for many years. Jim served as a first lieutenant for the 187th Combat Army Corps of Engineers in World War II under General Montgomery and Patton and fought in the Battle of the Bulge. His outfit fell upon a German Concentration Camp and helped liberate its many detainees. Jim was awarded the Distinguished Silver Star for Gallantry in Action at the Roer River in Holland in 1945. Jim worked at the Bell Telephone for more than 30 years and retired in 1975. Jim rose to the position of district traffic superintendent and, at the time, was on the cutting edge of technology developing predecessor communication systems widely used today. Jim's family wishes to express sincere appreciation to Excela Hospice and Home Care for their outstanding care and comfort with a special thanks to Stephanie, Sue, Pat, Lindsay, Shawn, Christine and Chuck. Jim was always known for his optimism and being a positive influence on those around him. He will be remembered for his love of God, family and country. He will be greatly missed.
Viewing will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the KEPPLE-GRAFT FUNERAL HOME, 524 N. Main St., Greensburg. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Interment will follow in the Westmoreland County Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First Reformed United Church of Christ, 312 S. Maple Ave., Greensburg, PA 15601; or Excela Home Care and Hospice, 134 Industrial Park Road, Greensburg, PA 15601. For online condolences and information, please visit www.kepplegraft.com.