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James Ewing Obituary
James S. "J.R." Ewing, 75, of Kittanning, passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, with his family by his side.
Born Dec. 5, 1946, in Kittanning, he was the son of the late Clyde and Neva (Fraizer) Ewing.
Jim was a lifelong resident of the Ford City/Kittanning area. He had an early love for muscle cars and driving. He was a former member of the Falcons, Eagles and C.U. Clubs, all in Ford City. He enjoyed bowling, softball and sporting events in his younger years. Jim worked as a salesman for Obade's Candy Company for more than 40 years.
He loved his time with his grandchildren, and treasured his family get-togethers, especially, when he had the perfect chair.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by siblings, John Ewing and Marilyn Clark; and his beloved dog, Lizzie.
He is survived by his devoted love of 23 years, Mary June McKanna; son Vernon (fiancée Misty) Johns, of Kittanning; daughter, Ellen (Richard) Essenwein, of Kittanning; son, Michael (Shannon) Johns, of Kittanning; and son, Ben (Stacy) McKanna, of Ford City; grandchildren:
Kaylee (Aaron), Elijah (Hilary), Ivy, Ruth, Elizabeth, Corgan, Danni, Orrie, Megan and Cameron; great-grandchildren: Piper, Rhett, Freya, Alaydrea and Jack; and brother Ron Ewing, of Ohio.
Visitation will be held on Friday, July 1, 2022, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in Mantini Funeral Home, Inc., 701 Sixth Ave., Ford City.
Funeral service will be Saturday, July 2, 2022, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home with Richard Essenwein as officiant.
Burial will be in Kittanning Cemetery, at the convenience of the family.
The family would like to extend their deep gratitude to Life Armstrong for their great care and kindnesses.
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Harold Wayne French
December 11, 2022
Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I just seen his obituary today. We graduated high school in 1964 and I would see him at least once a week in our travels. R.I.P. my old friend...........
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Monica Olinger
July 3, 2022
Jim and I were classmates at FCHS-64 and lived on the same block of Neale Avenue in Ford Cliff. He was always pleasant. Sympathy to all he left behind. I imagine he enriched your lives and will live in your hearts. Peace to you.
Richard Bower
June 30, 2022
My sympathy to the family. He loved competition, bowling, and having a good time. When physical problems slowed him down, he always talked of making a comeback! I had the pleasure of bowling with Jim for many years at Falcon Lanes.
Gregory C Waters
June 30, 2022
Great to have known Him Great times together Great Human being I PRAY you rest in peace Love you Buddy
Bob Zacour
June 30, 2022
Deepest sympathies go out to the family
Jim was a great guy and will be greatly missed by all that had the privilege of crossing paths with him
RIP my friend
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