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Wendell James Obituary
Born in Scranton, he was the son of Jeanette Tallo James and the late Wendell D. James Sr. Before moving to Philadelphia, he was a longtime resident of the Westside and Hill sections of Scranton. He was a graduate of West Scranton High School and the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. Wendell was proprietor with his father of James and James Pharmacy. He worked as a pharmacist for over a decade at Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals and Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Philadelphia.
Wendell was an avid collector of visual art and a lover of classical music and opera. He played organ for the Jackson Street Baptist Church, Scranton. His love of travel, fashion and gourmet food led him to found a boutique in Scranton, Paper Moon.
Wendell is survived by his mother, Jeanette, Philadelphia; a cousin, Sam Tallo and wife, Rebecca Tallo, Mechanicsburg; his many friends in the area and in Philadelphia; and his beloved Scotties, Gwyneth and Giovanni.
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Mia DeLaura
March 12, 2016
Dear Mrs. James, I am just finding out about about Wedell's death.
I am incredibly sorry for your loss. Wendell was a dear friend of mine. We traveled to Paris together and hoped to go back to Paris again. Ironically I was on the way to Paris on January 11th. Finding out about Wendell's death comes with great shock and sadness. I would like to contact you if possible. If I could be of help to you I would more than happy to do whatever help you may need. If Gwyneth and Giovanni need a home I would be happy to offer a home to them. If you would be so kind to call me I would be most appreciative.
My phone no. 215-260-7637, email [email protected]
Lisa Patrick
February 23, 2016
Dear Mrs. James and family,
I worked with Wendell for many years at Jefferson Home Infusion Service. He was a wonderfully caring pharmacist to all his patient's. He also was very kind to me and my family and he will be truly missed. I was very shocked of his passing and I would have liked to send a more personal note to his mother but I did not know how to reach her. So hopefully this message along with my condolences will get to her.
With sadness,
Lisa and Avery Patrick (and Tyler)
Beth Perry
February 13, 2016
It was with both shock and sadness that I read of Wendell's death. I first met him when I was calling on your pharmacy for Bristol Myers Squibb many years ago. His Paper Moon venture was my favorite place to shop. His home on Main Ave was a delight. It was my pleasure to call Wendell (and Jonathan) my friend. We lost touch when he moved away but he shall forever be a smile in the fabric of my life. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Mary Ann Walsh-cloruri
February 12, 2016
Mrs James, my heartfelt condolences for your loss. Wendell was such a wonderful part of my life at west scranton, class of 69. I remember many nights when we were welcomed to your home, I will always smile when I think of him and you and he will forever be in my prayers.. Sam, if you are reading this, my condolences to you also. We were all wonderful friends. God bless
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Dave Lencicki
February 12, 2016
Mrs. James,
So very sorry to learn of Wendell's passing. He was a very gifted person and it was my pleasure to know him since our days at Willard and call him my friend. Thinking and praying for you at this time.
Laurie Bevan
February 12, 2016
Dear Mrs. James, Words cannot convey our sincere condolences in your loss. We will always remember those special days on West Elm Street. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jack Lewis
February 12, 2016
Mrs. James,
I'm thinking of you and the many kindnesses you showed to me, my parents, brothers, and sister while I was growing up on West Elm Street. I clearly remember the birthday parties for Wendell at your house and the treats on Halloween night. Wendell was a kind and intelligent person. I am sorry for your loss.
Sandra Doria-Minelli
February 12, 2016
Dear Mrs James, I'm so sorry for your loss, please know your in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time
Paul Taylor
February 12, 2016
Jean
Please accept my heart felt condolences at this time...I will forever remember Wendell as a friend and the childhood we shared through the church and the neighborhood...God bless you...
February 11, 2016
Dear Aunt Jean we are so sorry for your loss
Love Joe & Judy Lieber
February 11, 2016
Jean,
Margie and I are so sorry for your loss. Wendell looks so much like his dad who we all loved at his Club. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Alex and Margie Lilje
Karen Strzelecki Cwalina
February 11, 2016
I went to Willard and West Side with Wendell. We graduated together. I have many fond memories of our years at West Side. We went to Quebec with the French Club. I worked on his committee when he ran for class president, and we and our group gathered together to attend games and parties. We had a lot of fun. He always made us laugh. Wendell was a wonderful person. He will be in my prayers as will his family.
February 11, 2016
Dear Jean
We are so sorry for your loss.
Les & Dale Smith,Clarks Summit,Pa.
Debbie Camp Jennings
February 11, 2016
Dear Jean, this is your old neighbor, Debbie Camp Jennings now. I was shocked to hear about Wendell, Jean. He was a great guy and so brilliant. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Have fond memories of us all growing up on West Elm.
February 11, 2016
DearJean, So sorry to hear of the passing of your son. A wonderful and talented man.
We will remember you and your family in our prayers. The O'Hearn Family
Marilyn Zang-Podest
February 11, 2016
So very sorry for your loss...
February 11, 2016
Jean, My heart goes out to you he was a wonderful man and we loved him dearly..God will be with you..Judy and Joe Saita (Sherman)
Ruth Leombruni
February 11, 2016
So sorry for your loss Arch and Ruth Leombruni
class of 1969
Bob Fritz
February 11, 2016
Dear Jean,
I am sorry to hear of the lost of your son, Wendell. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob Fritz, Bob's Reconditioning
Virginia Bradshaw Flynn
February 11, 2016
So sorry to hear about Wendell,he was a good person and great pharmacist. The drug store was a large part of my life growing up in the neighborhood.
Mark Gorgol
February 11, 2016
Sorry for your loss
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