James J. "Big Jim" Lacey Sr.

James J. "Big Jim" Lacey Sr. obituary, Drexel Hill, PA

James J. "Big Jim" Lacey Sr.

James Lacey Obituary

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James J. Lacey, Sr. "Big Jim", age 56, of Drexel Hill, PA, passed away suddenly on June 12, 2017. Born in Darby, PA, he was the son of Richard Lacey and the late Marion Lacey. Jim was employed as a truck driver/laborer for City Floors in Conshohocken, PA. Jimmy was a hardworking man who adored his family and welcomed anyone into his home, especially children. Jimmy enjoyed riding his Harley, playing the lottery, snake hunting and caring for his dogs. He is survived by his beloved wife, Jennifer A. Lacey (nee Hastings), his loving children Brian Reihl, Jaime Lacey, James Lacey, Jr., and Christopher Lacey, his grandson Chance Michael Lacey, his siblings Ricky (Maureen) Lacey, John (Mary) Lacey, Mary Lacey, Tommy Lacey and Anne Lacey, numerous nephews and nieces (in particular Addison Lawler), cousins and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Monday, June 19, 2017 6:00-9:00 PM and Tuesday, June 20, 2017 8:30-9:30 AM The Donohue Funeral Home, 8401 West Chester Pike (cor. Lynn Blvd.), Upper Darby, PA (610) 449-0300 and to his Funeral Mass Tuesday, June 20, 2017 10:30 AM St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3422 Dennison Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA. Interment SS Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to the Providence Animal Center (formerly Delaware County SPCA), 555 Sandy Bank Road, Media, PA 19063 would be appreciated.

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June 20, 2017

nancy & marianne celia posted to the memorial.

June 19, 2017

Fed Beach posted to the memorial.

June 18, 2017

Kathy Travagline posted to the memorial.

nancy & marianne celia

June 20, 2017

So sorry to hear of this...Jimmy was an old friend from the 70s...Hanging out front of his house and laughing and just good times...Our thoughts are with you all, at this time...So sorry!!

Fed Beach

June 19, 2017

know that Jimmy is sadly missed by both our people and our clients. He has left an lasting impression on one and all, He will never be replaced he truly was one of a kind. There truly is an emptiness in our daily lives . But our memories of Jim will keep us going.

Kathy Travagline

June 18, 2017

We are sorry for your sudden loss. Gone at such a young age. Leaving a beautiful family he will watch you from heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you ....love Joe and Kathy Travagline and Family

June 18, 2017

Our hearts and prayers go out to the Lacey family. Stay strong for each other during this tragic loss. Love, Jim and Linda Flater

Eleanor Macolly Patterson

June 17, 2017

So sorry for your loss to the Lacey Family....

Donna Page-McHenry

June 17, 2017

All my prayers are with your family

Maryann Mignogna

June 16, 2017

Rest Easy Big Jim, Watch over us and guide us thru this nightmare. You will be missed by all that knew you.
Sending hugs and prayers to the Lacey/Hastings family.

June 16, 2017

Gonna miss you Joel Man,Oakview won't be the same without seeing you around yelling hi to me ,gonna miss you bro,we had some wild and crazy times.Refel

John Gerdelmann

June 16, 2017

The Lacey Families are in the Gerdelmann`s family prayers...

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