James B. Vactor Jr.

James B. Vactor Jr., 92, of Meadville, passed away Friday, August 28, 2015, in Wesbury United Methodist Retirement Community, Meadville.
He was born September 30, 1922, in Canonsburg, a son of the late James B. Sr. and Matilda (Wormsley) Vactor.
On Oct. 11, 1947, Mr. Vactor married Evelyn A. Ross, who died December 23, 1991.
He was an active member of Bethel A.M.E. Church, where he sang in the church choir.
After 30 years of service, he retired from the former Abex Corp., where he was employed as a molder. He was previously employed by the former Lyle Daily Garage in Meadville. While living in Canonsburg, he was employed by S.A. Meyer Jewelry, repairing watches and jewelry.
A hard worker all of his life following the death of his father, Mr. Vactor quit high school after completing 10th grade to help raise and support his family as he was the oldest son.
He enjoyed repairing all types of items including delicate jewelry, television sets and automobiles. He was a member of Allegheny College Community Choir.
Mr. Vactor is survived by a daughter, Ruby Wade of Meadville, with whom he lived; a son, Timothy M. Vactor of Wichita, Kan.; five grandchildren, Christine Vactor, Timothy J. Vactor, Felicia Vactor, Artisha Brown and Shauntia Vactor-Pope; six great-grandchildren; a sister, Margaret "Peggy" Vactor; a brother, William "Bill" Vactor and his wife, Sis, both of Canonsburg; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Deceased, in addition to his parents and his wife of 44 years, Evelyn, are a son, Terry Vactor; two brothers, George Vactor and Harry Vactor; and two sisters, Lucille Murphy and Mildred Veal.