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James S. Colligas

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James Colligas Obituary

Name: Calling hours for James S. Colligas
Start: 2015-01-10T14:30:00.000Z
End: 2015-01-10T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Faith Church

Colligas, James S.James S. Colligas, 72, of Allentown, passed away peacefully January 6, 2015 in Lehigh Valley Hospital. He was the husband of Suzanne (Karas) Colligas. Born in Queens, NY, he was the son of John Colligas and the late Olga (Samos) Colligas. Jim was a member of the Wakefern Food Corporation and President and CEO and Owner and Operator of Colligas Family Market, a ShopRite Super Market in South Philadelphia. He was a member of Faith Church, Trexlertown. Jim served on the Board of Trustees at the Hillside School and on the Board of Directors for Mural Arts and was a member of Lehigh Country Club, where he was an avid golfer. Survivors: Wife, Suzanne; Father and Stepmother, John and Doris Colligas of Holmdel, NJ; Daughter, Jennifer Colligas-Moyer and her husband Craig Moyer of Macungie; Brother, John M. Colligas of Bridgewater, NJ; Sisters, Evandra Colligas of Macungie and Melissa Otterbine of Middletown, NJ; Grandchildren, Ashleigh, Marina, Nicholas, and Jakob; Step Grandson, Jacob; many Nieces and Nephews. He was predeceased by a daughter, Stephanie S. Colligas and a brother, Michael A. Colligas. Services: Funeral Service Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015 at 11:00 AM in Faith Church, 6528 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown. Friends may call 9:30 to 11:00 AM in the church. Private interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, Macungie. Schantz Funeral Home P.C., Emmaus is handling arrangements. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Jim's name to Camp Orchard Hill, 640 Orange Road, Dallas, PA 18612 or to Hillside School, Development Department, 2697 Brookside Road, Macungie, PA 18062.

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Published by Morning Call on Jan. 7, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for James Colligas

Sponsored by Schantz Funeral Home, P.C. - Emmaus.

26 Entries

Ann Sedlack

January 2, 2025

As time passes, I see the
faith and the grace and the humor of James Colligas growing/ developing in his family. Through his daughter, Jennifer, and his grandchildren he is still impacting the world positively, as they continue to make this world a better place.
God bless all of you.

Cheryl Laubach

July 24, 2015

Jen and Sue and family,
I just found out today of Jim's passing and want to send my sincere condolences to all of you.

Shawn S

January 14, 2015

My thoughts and prayers to the Colligas family at this tough time.

John Mecca

January 12, 2015

I was fortunate to have known Jim for many years. He was such a delightful, hard working man with a great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by very many. My sincere condolences to Suzanne and her family.

Sincerely,
John J. Mecca, M.D.

January 11, 2015

I was sadden to hear of Jim's passing. I met Jim years ago at Gold's Gym, he was a real gentleman. I manage to see Jim now and then when I worked at Lehigh Country Club. Also, I now work at Lexus of Lehigh Valley and had the pleasure of picking up his car.
Jim was a wonderful person and I know you were all proud and loved him very much. I will miss see Jim he was a fine man.
My regards to all of you and I am truly sorry for his passing.

Dave LaRussa

Raymond Danzy

January 10, 2015

My prayers are with Suzanne and Jennifer this day. God will help you through these trying times. Jim was a mentor and friend. He will truly be missed.

January 10, 2015

So sorry to hear about Jim s passing. He was a good man ,and great boss. R.I.P Jim.

ROB L.

January 10, 2015

To Jim's wonderful family.....Your husband, father, and grandfather was such a tenacious and committed individual. His desire to make the world a better place, humbly and quietly,was evident. I will miss this tough (not so old) Greek!
With love and respect,
Anni Sedlack

January 9, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and your family. May the Lord be your source of strength during this difficult time. The Smith Family

January 9, 2015

Jen, My thoughts and condolences are with you and your family at this difficult time. --Roberta Kitchenoff

Larry Lowry

January 9, 2015

I had the opportunity to meet and work with Jim and Jennifer. What a dedicated man to seize an opportunity with Shop-rite and make that commute daily from Lehigh Valley to South Phila. Jim demonstrated perseverance, dedication, committment, leadership, and many more key attributes. Shop-Rite and the store staff can look to Jim as someone to model and admire as they continue their personal and professional journey.
Although a brief encounter, he left a very positive impression on me.

JIm Messino

January 8, 2015

To the Colligas family I send my heart felt condolences. Jimmy was a great man, one I had to pleasure of knowing many years ago but remembered my entire life. I know he will be missed but always remembered by you all. The lord is watching over you all tonight and is holding him peacefully in his arms. He has no more pain and is with his family that went before him. God Bless you all

Kathy Jacobson

January 8, 2015

Dear Suzanne,Jennifer,Evandra & the entire Colligas Family, I was saddened to learn of Jim's passing. The great solace is knowing he is no longer in pain. In between working these past few days I couldn't help but notice the photo of Jim and Bernie Parent both flashing their winning smiles,both shaking each other's hand as if to say job well done! Mr C was truly a superstar, living life to the fullest,striving to be the best family man,successful businessman, and humanitarian! Bravo Mr C! Job well done! We were all truly blessed to have known Jim. To his beloved family -May the love and fond memories You have shared with him sustain you as you endure this most difficult time and may he rest now in Gods Peace. Love& Prayers Kathy

January 8, 2015

One of the classiest, warm hearted, and gracious individuals that i have ever met. My heart goes out to the family. He will be missed greatly.

Gayle Boag

January 8, 2015

One of the greatest bosses ever!! He will truly be missed. I will miss his quirky sense of humor. He was one in a million.

Christine Kuhns

January 7, 2015

My thoughts are with the family during this difficult time. Jim was such a nice man , I will miss him

January 7, 2015

The lord has called home. Very special man. We will miss you greatly You have served so many with love generosity and dignity.

Jims life was a life of a servant, bent like a tree leaning on Jesus John 14:2. Jesus said. In my Fathers house are many mansions : if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. Jim now, lives in one of those mansions. Seeing Jesus face clearly as we see each other here . We love and miss you .
Till we are united .
Ken and Jeanne Saul Sr.

Marilyn Kaufman

January 7, 2015

Jim was such a kind and thoughtful neighbor to my sister, Ginny Lisk-Rems, especially during her illness. My condolences are with his family during this great time of loss and sorrow.

Dean & Robyn Frankenfield

January 7, 2015

Suzanne, know this, although Jim is not with you now, he is with the Lord and this is not goodbye, You WILL be with him again one day as well. Jim was one of my favorite prayer buddies for years!!! We love you both and will miss him!

amyn jamal

January 7, 2015

Jim was a very kind and great human being. Our deepest condolences to the Colligas family. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 7, 2015

Such a kind man. My deepest condolences to the family.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Alexa Grant
Wakefern Food Corp.

colleen courtney

January 7, 2015

Sorry for your dear loss. I don't know him. But I am a Wakefern employee, and after all we are one big family. My sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Colligas.

George Restivo

January 7, 2015

Jim may you rest in peace you were a great man who i have had the pleaseure of working with for over 30 years God Bless you jim

Shakeena Prescott

January 7, 2015

Dear Mr C!
May Your Legacy Live for ever... People, Passion, Purpose! You have inspired so many lives.. My Condolences go out to the entire Colligas Family May god grant you strength at this time

Shakeena Prescott

January 7, 2015

Dear Mr.C!
May your Legacy live on forever!
People, Passion, Purpose!!
You have touched so many lives. My Prayers and Condolences to the entire Colligas Family.

Lori Weiss

January 7, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I have many wonderful memories of him and the entire Colligas family. My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family.

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