James Peticolas Obituary

JAMES B. (JIM) PETICOLAS born May 16, 1939 went to heaven on December 10 th, 2010. His grandparents were pioneer El Pasoans, Judge and Mrs. W.M. Peticolas and Mr. and Mrs. J. B. White. His parents Mrs. M. White Peticolas and the late Dr. John D. Peticolas. He is survived by his wife of 35 yrs, Rose Peticolas, daughter Betsy Peticolas, brother Davis Peticolas, 2 nephews and 1 niece. He was graduate of New Mexico Military Institute and also attended Texas Western College, where he was a member of Kappa Sigma fraternity. He served in the Army for 2 yrs. He and his wife operated Petimor Truck Parts for 35 yrs. He was a truly Great American and great hunter. He was respected for his honesty and respect to all. Visitation will be held Monday, December 13, 2010 at Funeraria Del Angel Martin East from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Graveside Service will be conducted Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 9:30 A.M. at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery where he will be laid to rest with military honors. Pallbearers will his favorite Saturday Morning Shooting Team. Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of MARTIN FUNERAL HOME EAST, 1460 GEORGE DIETER DR., EL PASO, TX 79936. (915) 855-8881.

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Published by El Paso Times from Dec. 13 to Dec. 16, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for James Peticolas

10 Entries

Tom Brown

January 14, 2011

Rose and Betsy

We continue to think about you at this most difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you.

Tom India Tanner and Thayer

December 27, 2010

Rose and Betsy; Our deepest sympathies and condolences. May God Bless you and hold you in his arms - give you strength. Bob and I remember you and your husband, father with fond memories, only meeting you a few times, thru Betsy, as neighbors. We are so sorry!
Bob and Dottie Schoch

December 20, 2010

I was Jim's roommate our Senior year at NMMI and have not seen him since 1957. I fear I was somewhat of a challenge to his good nature at times back then, but I have always thought fondly of him and our time together at NMMI.

For no reason I can ascertain, I got to thinking about Jim today and looked up his name online. I am extremely sad to find he has passed on.

My condolences to his family.

Tom Williams
Santa Barbara, California

Chuck Peticolas

December 19, 2010

Deepest sympathy to Rose, Betsy and Mary
Chuck Peticolas
Queensbury, New York

Larry Harding

December 18, 2010

I had not seen Jim in a month and was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. Jim and I used to shoot and visit at the Ft Bliss Rod and Gun Club in which he enjoyed shooting with a passion and visiting many friends he had their. I especially will miss him and considered him a great friend, he and I shared many stories and he often spoke greatly of his family. We have all lost a great friend and family man and it just won't be the same without him. My condolences go out to his family and may God Bless You always. Larry T. Harding (Shooting Buddy)

December 15, 2010

Jimmy and I attended Crockett, Austin, NMMI and TWC together but our most fun together was when we were ten years old playing with Sammy Guido, Barron Fletcher, Phillip Hart, Jimmy McNutt, David White, and later Froggy Barnes. Most of us lived on Wheeling and Federal. The days of Boy Scouts and Explorer Scouts gave us experiences that we never forgot. Later Jimmy and I were business partners in Firearms Inc and Petimor Inc.. He was the most honest and thoughtful partner any businessman could ever have. I will never forget the 61 years i knew and loved Jimmy. I will always remember when Jimmy fell in love with his wonderful helpmate Rose who gave Jimmy the love that he so deserved. May God's love and presence especially be known by Rose and Betsy during this dificult time. Our Love and prayers are with you both. Charles B. Moore and Judy, Children, Judy Ann, James, Cal, and Charles V.

Susan Bass

December 14, 2010

My heart and Love is with you and your family at this time.

Louisa Madrid

December 14, 2010

My condolences to Rosita and her family.
May God give you the strength to endure
the pain on your loss of your beloved husband.
Your cousin
Louisa Franco Madrid

Mike Casey

December 13, 2010

Mr. Peticolas,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army during the Cold War. Millions of Americans slept safe at night because you and your fellow servicemen stood ready to defend our County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Arturo Villarreal

December 13, 2010

My heart aches for James's family, grieving after this loss. Remeber to lean on the everlasting arms of our Lord and on the hope that we will be reunited with our loved ones one day.

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