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James was born May 26, 1967, in Ashley. He was the son of Frank and the late Joan Zeedock Patts, and was a graduate of Dallas High School, Class of 1985, where he participated in wrestling and football. He also attended Empire Beauty School, Wilkes-Barre, and was a licensed manicurist and hairstylist.
He served in the U.S. Navy and was stationed in Norfolk, Va., having a tour on the U.S. Coral Sea during the Libyan conflict. James was self-employed in woodworking and sold his beautiful wares in his own shop for a time and also local flea markets.
As a child, James served as an altar boy at Holy Family Church, Sugar Notch. He was a member of Our Lady Of Sorrows Church, Wyoming.
James battled addictions most of his life but never lost his kind heart and gentle ways. His passing will always be considered a real tragedy to those who loved him.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Joan Patts, on Feb. 21, 2010; and his maternal grandparents, Russell and Mary Zeedock; and paternal grandparents, Frank and Mary Patts.
Surviving besides his father are his companion, Dina Simeone and her son, Christopher, with whom he resided; sons, Jaiden, at home; and James Jr., Plains Township; sister, Joan Marie Petro and her husband, Mike, Hunlock Creek; brothers, Frank and his wife, Effie, Sugar Notch; Russell and his wife, Billie, Hudson; Robert, Hanover Township; and twin brother, Joseph and his wife, Sharon, Falls.
Cremation arrangements are by Richard H. Disque Funeral Home Inc., Dallas. A memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Patts
Joni petro
February 24, 2024
James you are not forgotten I think and pray for you often Remembering the good times. miss you Joni
February 21, 2020
I think if you often and keep you in my prayers always xoxo your sister Joni
robin leiby
March 9, 2011
joe, i'm so sorry. i remember our fun times in junior high. the two of you were so cute and funny. my prayers are with you at this difficult time. - robin domzalski
J F
March 7, 2011
Your laugh, it will be missed,
Our special friendship.
Unforgettable, by any means.
Remember when, we used to speak,
All the laughter, all the tears.
Perhaps someday, we'll meet again.
Everyday, you're in my memory.
Don't forget me, as I won't you.
Many years have passed, as did you.
Earth is different, without you.
May God greet you, with open, welcoming arms. May you find peace within my friend. My condolences to your loved ones, and Dina.
March 3, 2011
James. I love and miss you for the boy you were, not the man you became. You will be in my heart and prayers. May you fine the comfort in God's hand that you did not find on this earth. all ways your sister joni
Daly-Anne Leonard Morano
March 2, 2011
Dear Joe and Family,
I am saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I remember Jim from high school as being larger than life. I wish all his dreams had come true instead of knowing he fought for every moment of peace. May he be at peace now, and may you all be at peace now knowing he's safe in God's hands and once again at his Mom's side.
God Bless you all!
Daly-Anne Leonard Morano, Dallas High Class of 87
(Shavertown PA)
Bill Rinhimer
March 2, 2011
I'm sorry for your loss Joe & Patts family. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bill Rinehimer, Dallas '84
Dawn Rebennack Starolis
March 1, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to all who loved you. I've thought of James often over the years. James was a very special part of my childhood and someone I'll never forget. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dawn Rebennack Starolis
Karen Niskey Gurzynski
March 1, 2011
My deepest sympathy! James was always a kind-soul and a very important part of my life. He will never be forgotten.
Bonnie Ziomkowski
February 28, 2011
Uncle James you will be missed... Walk now with Grandma until we could all meet again. We all love you!!
Carlene Simon (Miller)
February 28, 2011
Dear James
You are and always will be a special friend to me. I will continue to miss you, love you , and pray for you. I find peace knowing that your wonderful Mom was waiting for you and now you are together again.
I will never let your memory fade. You were a true friend to me and I pray that you now have the peace you searched for all of your life. May God keep you and comfort your family. XOXO
Love you always
Carlene Miller
February 28, 2011
Dear James
You will be missed. I will continue to miss you, pray for you, and keep your memory alive. I find comfort in the fact that your wonderful Mom is there with you, I know that you've been missing her.
I pray that your family will find the peace that I know you now have. You have always been and will continue to be a very important person in my life and I will always keep you near, in heart and in prayer. XOXO
Debbie Kelly-Barbini
February 28, 2011
May Jim's spirit shine as brightly as his smile, and your fondest memories comfort you through these rough days.
Carlene Simon (Miller)
February 28, 2011
My deepest sympathy to all that loved James. He was and always will be an important person in my life and I will always miss him, love him, and pray for him. I pray that peace will find him now and that Mom will comfort and keep him.
I will love you always XOXO
Mia Argento-Prynn
February 28, 2011
So sorry for your loss. I have not seen Jim in many years but he will be remembered fondly.
Brittany Patts
February 27, 2011
Hi Uncle James, I love you and will always always miss you.
Love you always <3
Frank and Effie Patts
February 27, 2011
I miss you so much, James. I will always rememeber the good times we shared and the beautiful woodwork we made together.
Frank and Effie Patts
February 27, 2011
I will miss you so much James, and I will always remember the good times we shared and the beautiful woodwork that we made together.
Apryll .
February 27, 2011
My hearts go out to his family and friends, I am sure Jim will be missed.
Russ and Billie
February 27, 2011
We miss you already. We will miss your quick wit that made us laugh. We will miss laugh and your smile. We will never forget the things you said and did throughout your life that truly made us laugh. God bless you as you and your Mom have rejoined each other. We love you and miss you so much..
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