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James Lutz Obituary
JAMES LUTZ III, age 55 years, of Paulsboro NJ, died Monday March 31, 2008, in Underwood Memorial Hospital, Woodbury. Mr. Lutz was born in Darby PA and lived in Philadelphia for many years before moving to Paulsboro 30 years ago. He worked for Coca Cola in Folcroft for 14 years and then later worked for Gloucester County Maintenance at several local plants. Jim was a devoted firefighter for 34 years and a Life Member of Darby Fire Patrol #2 and Billingsport Volunteer Fire Association. At Billingsport, Jim served as a Past Deputy Chief, Past Battalion Chief and he currently was the Association President. Jim was a charter member of the Paulsboro Ambu-lance Association, a member of the Delaware Valley Chief's Association, Gloucester County Firemen's Association and the Gloucester County Chief's Association. He served as an alternate Executive Committee-man for the NJ State Firemen's Exempt Association and also as Vice President of the Paulsboro Firemen's Relief Association. Jim also served as Deputy Emergency Management Coor-dinator for Paulsboro and he was a member of the Paulsboro Day Committee and on the Paulsboro Environmental Committee. In his free time he enjoyed camping at Sea Pines in Swainton, motorcycle riding and CB radios.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 37 years, Joan Lutz (nee Mackinson) of Paulsboro; his children, Erva and Robert Macauley and James Lutz IV, all of Paulsboro; his grandsons, Robert Jr., Justin and Michael Macauley; his father, James Lutz Jr.; his stepfather, William Lewis of Darby PA; his sister, Donna Smalley of Newark DE; his aunts, Jean Galanti of Corain MA and Mary Francis Pelesky of Voorhees NJ; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Lutz was predeceased by his mother, Patience Lewis. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 A.M., Saturday, April 5, 2008, in St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, 7th and Beacon Aves., Paulsboro NJ. Friends may call Friday evening from 7 to 9 P.M. and Saturday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 A.M. in McBRIDE - FOLEY FUNERAL HOME, 228 West Broad St., Paulsboro NJ. Interment Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro NJ. Contributions can be made in Jim's memory to Billingsport Volunteer Fire Association, 437 Billingsport Road, Paulsboro NJ 08066. Memories can be shared at
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Harry & Cookie Leuallen
April 8, 2008
Joan, Erva, James and Family, we started as friends and quickly became so much more. A friendship that grew into family. So many memories we will share. The sadness and pain will become a smile because each thought of Jim fills your heart with a warm, fuzzy, loving feeling, leaving no room for anything else. We were so blessed to have such a wonderful man in our lives. A friendship with Jim lasts forever and I feel bad for the people who, well, just didn't get it, you missed so much. A grizzly bear exterior to most people, because that's what he needed to be, but the Jim we knew, (thinking of a lightning bolt as I write), warm, fluffy kitten with a huge heart. He will be missed, but never forgotten. We love you guys.
Barbara,Walt,Stephanie,Sarah,&Samantha Wilson(Ponter)
April 7, 2008
Erva,We wish there was a way to make each day a little easier for you and your family. Please know that you are in our thoughts hearts and prayers With Sympathy From
Susan (Ponter)Landsittel
April 6, 2008
Erva our hearts go out to you and your family at this time and in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and Prayers.
Susan, Paul, PJ, Jessica, and Nicholas Landsittel (Ponter)
Ruthanne Fullerton
April 6, 2008
Dear Lutz Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I know how much James did for his family and the firehouse. He was a great guy. He will be dearly missed.
Ken and Annette Piechowski @Rita's
April 5, 2008
Dear Joan and Family,
So sorry to hear about Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John,Karen,Bessie Ponter
April 4, 2008
Jim, Rest In Peace.. you were like our 2nd Dad at the station . You looked over us, taught us the rights and wrongs of fighting fire and you were always a great friend to talk to and solve any problems we had. We loved hanging out with you and listening to some of the old stories the station had. We take comfort in knowing that now we have a special guardian angel to watch over us.
Joan, James, Erva and family we are so sorry to hear of Jim passing. You & your family will be in are hearts & prayers.
sherry & Dave street
April 3, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
mark,casey buri
April 3, 2008
dear joan and family
may our thoughts and prays go out to you and your family, jim will be greatly missed.
Alt Executive Committeeman Burlington County Jim Hensley
April 3, 2008
Lutz family, sorry to hear of your loss. He will be miss by all.
marie killmer
April 3, 2008
Joanand family
Jim was a awesome man lived his life doin what he loved his talking care of his family and his firehouse . he will be missed deeply hes up inheaven cheif of the heavenly B.V.F.A#2 him and Brad . Joan my heart goes out for you and your family Tim and Marie Killmer n family
Dawn and Eric Chance
April 2, 2008
Aunt Joan, Ervie and James,
you and yours are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.
Kathy Coates
April 2, 2008
Dear Joan, my hearfelt sympathy goes to you and your family. I know how much you loved Jim and your dedication to him while he was sick. You are in my prayers dear friend.
Michele and Jim Mitchell/Smith
April 2, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
robert baker
April 2, 2008
dear joan and family
may our thoughts and prays go out to you and your family, jim will be greatly missed.
Bob Baker and Deb Brinkman
Nova motel and fellow firefighter
Lillian Beal
April 2, 2008
I so sorry to hear the news. jim was a great person and i miss him. my heart goes out to jim's family and friends.
Lesley Kell
April 2, 2008
Joan and Family,
Jimmy will be missed dearly.we will never forget the special times we shared with him when Jonathan was running with BillingsPort.he was loved so much.and how he made us all laugh!he will always be remembered and will never be forgotten.we love you Jimmy and will Miss you dearly!! R.I.P.
Love,Lesley and Jonathan Kell
Ann Cummings
April 2, 2008
To Joanie and family,
I was sorry to learn that Jim has passed away...my thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and I hope you will take comfort in the memories you have of your life together.
Theresa Carrow-Sims
April 2, 2008
Joanie and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all! Jim was a special man and felt like family to me. We have shared so many good times and bad together and will be sorely missed. May you all find comfort in your memories to get you through the time of sorrow.
Sally and Bill Doak
April 2, 2008
Joan, Irva, Jim IV and family,
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. AS the Lord has looked down over Jim for so long he now has brought him to a place where there is no pain or dispair. Let these thoughts see you through the rough times as well as the many memories of healthier times for the family.
Dan & Edna Wagner
April 2, 2008
Dear Joan and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and want you to know we are with you and share in your sorrow. May the Lord be with you and help you along the way.
Love, Dan and Edna
Jim and Erva Mitchell
April 2, 2008
Dear Joan and family
May we express our sincerest sympathy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. The Lord will hold you in his arms and help you through this most difficult time.
Love Always
Jim and Erva
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