James R. Kite

1946 - 2015

James R. Kite

1946 - 2015

BORN

1946

DIED

2015

James Kite Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Oct. 18 to Oct. 22, 2015.
James Robert Kite, 69, of West Newton, died suddenly from complications of chemotherapy, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015. He was born Sept. 19, 1946, in McKeesport, son of the late George C. and Vivian L. (Shiffman) Kite. He was a 1964 graduate of West Newton High School and also graduated from Computer Concept. Jim was employed by Bechtel Bettis and Speney Sales and Service. He was formerly employed by U.S. Steel. Jim was a member of the West Newton Fire Department and served in the Army, spending two years in Germany, where he was able to bring his wife along and they traveled all over Europe. He formerly volunteered at West Newton Ambulance Service, where he was one of the first 100 EMTs in the state of Pennsylvania. Also, he was president of the West Newton Cemetery Board. Jim loved to dance and go to casinos. Surviving are his wife of 50 years, Rosemary (Doven) Kite; and a son, Jeffrey Allen Kite. Friends will be received 6 to 8 p.m. Monday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the J. WILLIAM MCCAULEY, JR. FUNERAL HOME INC., 901 Vine St., West Newton, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday. Interment will follow in West Newton Cemetery. www.mccauleyfuneralhome.com.

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November 7, 2015

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October 22, 2015

Cynthia Kohler posted to the memorial.

November 7, 2015

So sorry to read about the death of such a loved and respected man. God is a refuge in times of distress. Psalm 9:9. May you find comfort in HIM

October 26, 2015

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I know this is a difficult time but we will definitely keep your family in our prayers. (James 5:28,29)

Cynthia Kohler

October 22, 2015

Jim made my job at Bettis easy. He was a pleasure to work with. I always enjoyed going to the mail room to see him. I enjoyed working with him. Jim will be missed.

October 21, 2015

With deepest sympathy, Phyllis and Geno Miller

Jo Lynn Lowanse

October 21, 2015

With sincere sympathy.

Paula Hall

October 21, 2015

I worked with Jim at U S Steel and dealt with him daily. He always made me laugh and looked on the positive side of work related matters. So sorry for your loss; may the good memories replace the sadness and sickness. My prayers are with you.

Jeff Kaufman

October 20, 2015

Sorry for your lost Rose

Joyce Wigginton

October 20, 2015

Rose and Jeff: So sorry to hear of your loss. Jimmy was a great man with a kind heart and a great sense of humor. He will be missed.

Janet Mitchell (Long)

October 20, 2015

Rose & Jeff I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless. The Mitchell's Ed, Janet (Long) & James Jr.

Chuck Wagon

Dale Shiffman

October 19, 2015

Dale Shiffman

October 19, 2015

Rose & Jeffy,
So very sorry for your loss and for not being able to be there this week. Cousin Jim will be greatly missed. We will continue to lift you up in prayer and to ask the Lord to get you through this very difficult time.
Love Dale & Kim

October 19, 2015

Rest In Peace

Joseph Klus III

October 19, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family.The death of a loved one is so devastating and not always easy to get through alone. I found Phillipians 4:6,7 to helps because we encouraged to turn to God in prayer and He will give you peace and understanding as you endure this difficult time.

October 19, 2015

Rosemary,

You and Jimmy have our deepest sympathy and prayers.
Dennis and Diane Koget

October 19, 2015

So sorry for your loss, Rosemary. With Sympathy, Carol

Debbie Carse

October 19, 2015

Rosemary and Jeff,
I am so sorry to hear of Jimmy's unexpected death. I will keep you in my prayers and please let my sister, Donna, if there is anything that we can do for you.
Debbie

Herb & Bonnie Yablonsky

October 18, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to Rosemary & family.

October 18, 2015

I WORKED WITH JIM AT USSTEEL MAY BE REST IN PEACE

PEARL WILBORN

John &Linda Krasnevich

October 18, 2015

So sorry to hear of the passing of James.
You and your family are in or thoughts and prayers.

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