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James Ford Obituary
Binghamton - James H. Ford, Sr. 84, of Binghamton died on Saturday July 20, 2019 at Lourdes Hospital. He was predeceased by his parents Marcus and Marion Ford, and daughter in law Lynn Ford. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Lois Ford; sons and daughter in law James Jr. and Cynthia Ford; John Ford and Joan Hopkins; daughter and son in law LuAnn and Leslie Baker; sister Kathleen Reynolds; 6 grandchildren Amy Ford, Alicia Ford and Stephen Reyes, Michele and Wade Fox, Marcus Ford and Megan Garey, Lori Baker, Lindsay and Daniel Sorensen; great grandchildren Rylee, Easton, Owen, Evelyn, Lucas; also several nieces and nephews. He retired from Singer Link and was a veteran of the Army. He was an avid Yankee fan and loved to hunt, fish and work in his garden. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family at the Barber Memorial Home, Inc. 428 Main Street Johnson City. Burial will be in Riverhurst Cemetery. The family wishes to thank Dr. Klush and the Lourdes at Home Team for their compassionate care.
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July 23, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. My father (Charles M. Wolcott) has passed away also, he is James Ford's cousin. I remember meeting Mark and Marion when I was a child. Wolcott's are Marion's side of the family.
Michelle Wolcott Schmidt
gary schermerhorn
July 22, 2019
So sorry to hear Big Jim ford passed he was a good boss and a good friend to me . he helped me in ways I will never forget. hay john been trying to contact you call me when you can 570 663 3184/607 759 8690
July 22, 2019
Lois, We were so sorry to hear of Jim's passing, he was a great friend of the family. Our prayers and sympathies to you and the kids.
Darlene (Raney) and Rich McKercher Harrisburg, NC
gary schermerhorn
July 22, 2019
So sorry to hear Big Jim ford passed .was a good boss and a friend to me. he helped me in ways I will never forget. hay john been trying to contact you give me a call when you can 570 663 3184/607 759 8690
Don Feheley
July 22, 2019
Sorry to read that Jim passed away.He was my manager at the sheet metal department at Links .He did let the guys have some fun while getting the work done.
Rob Bessett
July 22, 2019
Lois,Jim & John
Many memories of hunting with you as a teen ,I always looked up to him & Bob Raney ! I know he his in a better place... I pray you all will find Peace! God Speed Jim !
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