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James Paar Obituary

Name: Calling hours for James F. Paar
Start: 2016-11-12T14:30:00.000Z
End: 2016-11-12T15:30:00.000Z
Location: Pearson Funeral Home, Inc. - Bethlehem

James F. Paar, 73, of Bethlehem Township, passed away Sunday, October 23, 2016, in his home. He was the husband of Martha R. (Lockey) Paar. They were married 53 years this October. Born in Fountain Hill, he was the son of the late Frank and Mary (Yosar) Paar. A 1961 graduate of Liberty High School, he served in the U.S. Navy. Jim worked at Western Electric, Bethlehem Steel Homer Research Labs, Metropolitan Edison and retired from Bethlehem Area Vo-Tech as a Co-op Coordinator. He has an EE degree from Penn State and Co-op Certification from Temple University. Jim was a former officer of East Hills and Freedom Band Parents Associations. Scouts and Free Masonry took up much of his time. Jim loved fishing, working on the house, tinkering, restoring a Mustang convertible, the Civil War (especially Gettysburg) and 50s music. Survivors: Wife; son, Gregory; daughter, Donna Nagle and husband Paul; sister, Mary J. Lorah, and husband Dalton; and grandchildren, Milo, Thea, Dominic and Vincent. Services: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 12, following a calling hour from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. in the Pearson Funeral Home, 1901 Linden Street, Bethlehem. Contributions: May be made to St. Luke's Hospice, c/o Development Office, 801 Ostrum Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015. Online condolences may be sent to www.pearsonfh.com

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Published by Morning Call on Nov. 4, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for James Paar

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18 Entries

Debby

October 29, 2023

Remembering a great friend and colleague. I still carry the hand/heart piece in my purse. Time may have passed, but you are missed and thought of often. I have no doubt you are keeping the heavens alive with laughter.

Davin Newcomer

May 7, 2019

It is today on Teacher's Day 5/7/2019 that I reflected upon remarkable influences in my past.

I was sorry to see this notice of Mr. Paar's passing. He was more than a teacher - he was a role model, a comedian, a story-teller, a friend, and he challenged our minds for creativity and independent thought. His guidance and passion led me to a career in Electrical Engineering.

It's sad to see he's gone, but his spirit and memory live on.

Debby

October 22, 2017

Well Jim, it's been a year. I have no doubt you are keeping the heavens in laughter and joy. I have such wonderful memories of our days at Tech. We definitely had fun back in the day. Know you are thought of often.

David Schuler

June 2, 2017

I was sorry to recently learn of the passing of a great teacher. Jim always pushed the limits, and personalized his instruction to the needs of every student he worked with. Having graduated in 1982, I can say that his influence continues to guide me every day. I still use the engineering skills, AND the life skills that he taught in his classes.

I am sorry that I didn't have the opportunity to come back to PA and see him in recent years, but I'm sure he knows the influence that he had over the many students he had over the years.

Rest in peace brother.

Iain Murray

December 5, 2016

Hi. Mrs paar its iain Murray. Norman and Anns son so sorry to hear about your loss. I respected Mr paar a lot. If there's anything we can do don't hesitate to ask. I had him for electronics in vo tech he always put a smile on your face. He will truly be missed

Iain Murray

December 5, 2016

Hi. Mrs paar its iain Murray. Norman and Anns son so sorry to hear about your loss. I respected Mr paar a lot. If there's anything we can do don't hesitate to ask.

Beverley VanBuskirk

November 8, 2016

Dear Martha,

So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a gentleman, teacher and friend to all who knew him. We've all known each other from high school and have many fond memories from then. Stay strong for your family and take care of yourself. Remember, memories never fade. Just close your eyes and Jim will be right beside you.

Sandra Klein

November 8, 2016

I worked with Jim for several years at Bethlehem AVTS and will never forget his contagious smile, his wit and his love for his students. Jim's methods of teaching, though sometimes unconventional and almost always comedic, held lessons for me too as a novice teacher back then. He showed me how to teach the child, not the subject. I'm sure his bright light will continue to burn well into the future within the heart and mind every student he met.
My most sincere condolences,

JOYCE EDINGER

November 8, 2016

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, MY DAD WORKED WITH MR PAAR , MR PAAR WAS A AWESOME PERSON AND WILL BE MISSED BY MANY GOD BLESS THE PINTER AND EDINGER FAMILY

James Brickhouse

November 6, 2016

I was a student of Mr. Paar in Vo-Tech. I graduated in 2001 and always remembered the way he was. Someone who was willing to actually work with the students and help them understand. Not everything was about school. He was always trying to find a way to connect with all his students. Weather it was about fishing, sports, or just a joke out the blue he always made sure his students were smiling. He honestly will always be remembered as a GREAT man.

Tina Agentis

November 6, 2016

Please accept my deepest condolences. I had Mr. Paar as my electrical technology instructor in the early 1980s. I was the first female graduate from the program and given those challenges, he made me feel comfortable and inspired me. He encouraged my pursuit of a career that at the time, was a predominantly male field. He was a very smart and funny man and so beloved by his students. I still remember things he told us that he said "you'll never forget this, now that I've told you". May he rest in peace.

November 6, 2016

Dear Martha,

On behalf of LHS Class of 1961, we extend our condolences to you and your family during this most difficult time.

Susan Jaxheimer Scholl

PATRICK LEUN

November 6, 2016

Our deepest condolences to Jim's family. We are very sorry to hear of his passing. He was one of my favorite teachers, I learned so much from him while at VoTech.... He made learning fun! Patrick, Bob and Marianna Leun

November 6, 2016

Sorry for your loss. I had him as a teacher at BAVTS and still remember to this day as one of my favorite teachers.

Cookie Burkhardt

November 5, 2016

My heart aches for Martha and family. I knew Jimmy since grade school. He made my day whenever I ran into him and his smiling face. He will certainly be missed at the class reunion this year. RIP Jimmy.
Love you
Cookie

Barb and George Scherer

November 5, 2016

Dear Martha,

We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He always put a smile on our faces with one of his jokes. You and your family are in our prayers for comfort and peace during these difficult days and the days to come. I'm sorry we can't attend his services but we now live in Florida.

May Jim now rest in peace until you meet again............

Fellow classmate LHS 1961

George & Diane Schiffer

November 5, 2016

George and I want to express our deepest sympathy in your loss of Jim. We will always remember the fun times we had years ago.

Sharon Danley

November 4, 2016

Dear Martha,
I'm so sorry to read of your loss. If you remember Mary Grubb who lived up the street, I'm her granddaughter, Sharon. Sending hugs to you and your family.

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