James Lennox

James Lennox obituary, Philadelphia, PA

James Lennox

James Lennox Obituary

Published by McCafferty Sweeney Slabinski Barnes Funerals and Cremations from Apr. 25 to Apr. 26, 2021.
On Wed April 21st, 2021, James Lennox of Philadelphia, PA and North Wildwood, NJ passed away suddenly at the age of 58. Jimmy is the son of the late James and Mary Anne Lennox. Jimmy is survived by his three children, Taylor (Chris), Ashley and Jake, two sisters Marianne (Jim) Leemon and Nancy Lennox, nephews Jimmy and Billy Leemon, his former wife Renee Lennox, an entire team of cousins and granddogs George and Tucker. His many friends will also miss him and his charming personality, funny stories, silly antics, and mostly his infectious smile. The outpouring of love and support after the shocking and devastating news shows how much Jimmy touched the lives of so many. Jimmy was his parent's favorite son and the brother his sisters looked up to. Jimmy loved being a father to his three children. They were his world and he will continue to love them from heaven. Jimmy was a dedicated employee of PGW for 30+ years. He worked his way from a meter reader to serving as the Treasurer of The Gas Workers Local 686 Union, which he took extreme pride in. He continued on as a consultant following his retirement in December 2019. When not on the golf course or spending time with family, Jimmy was known for his outstanding bartending skills. Jimmy served at multiple bars around Philadelphia and the Wildwoods. Friends came for the drinks and stayed to reminisce and socialize. Jimmy made many establishments successful, by making everyone feel welcomed. His personality was contagious. The loss of Jimmy has left an enormous hole in everyone's heart. Relatives, friends, fellow members of Gas Workers Local 686, fellow members of Elks Lodge 1896 NWNJ, fellow members of Stone Harbor Golf Club, Commonwealth National Golf Club, fellow coworkers and friends from Keenan's NW, and Firehouse WW are invited to celebrate Jimmy's life and attend his viewing on Thursday evening April 29th from 5 PM to 7 PM and Friday morning April 30th from 9 AM to 10:45 AM in Our Lady of Calvary Church 11024 Knights Road. Jimmy's funeral mass will begin 11 AM on Friday and his burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery. Please wear your mask and please follow social distancing guidelines. In lieu of flowers the Lennox family is asking for donations to fight Pulmonary Hypertension at https://phassociation.org/donate/. Arrangements by McCafferty Sweeney Slabinski Barnes Funerals and Cremations of Torresdale Avenue, John J. Barnes, Supervisor, 215.333.0500. Please share your fondest memories of Jimmy at PhillyFunerals.com

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April 22, 2025

Valerie posted to the memorial.

April 19, 2025

Michael Makemson posted to the memorial.

April 19, 2024

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Valerie

April 22, 2025

Hope you are enjoying golfing on the greens of heaven. Thinking of You.

Michael Makemson

April 19, 2025

Remembering you my friend it´s been awhile now I miss the days of working at J street cafe with you on Saturday nights from cooking and being the house DJ we had great times packing the place with customers for the drinks and music we both were jokesters your sadly missed my friend but I never forgot you Rest In Peace Jimmy

Michael Makemson

April 19, 2024

Thinking about you buddy and all the great times working with you at J street cafe on Saturday nights

Valerie McLaughlin

April 20, 2023

Jimmy, I think of you often and miss you.

Michael Makemson

April 19, 2023

Remembering you my buddy working with you at the J street cafe in juniata it’s been a few years now it was a shock to me you passed away people like you are not supposed to pass away at a young age your were fun to work with we always joked around and had a bunch of laughs we use to pack the place on Saturday nights you and Johnny bartending and me spinning the music they were great times that I miss rest In Peace my friend we’ll meet again on the other side

Michael Makemson

April 19, 2022

Remembering you this week it’s been a year now your not forgotten my friend Rest In Peace your friend Mike from J street cafe

Valerie McLaughlin

April 19, 2022

I miss you, Jimmy.

Fred Akins

April 30, 2021

Jimmy was funny and one my biggest fan at the wing eating contest

Annette Forcina Willis

April 30, 2021

RIP my childhood friend. Prayers for the family

Jeff Geckeler

April 30, 2021

Rest in peace Jimmy you will be missed.


With deepest sympathy and love for you all,
from
Jeff and the Geckeler family.

Kristin Zarzecki

April 29, 2021

Sorry for your loss

Debbie Guie

April 28, 2021

Rest in peace Jimmy. You touched the lives of many and were so loved. We will miss you.

Sending our prayers and heartfelt condolences to the Lennox Family - especially his children - Taylor, Ashley and Jake. May you all find peace knowing that you now have a special angel guiding you from above.

- All Our Love,
The Guie Family

Miriam Sippel-Clegg

April 27, 2021

Jimmy's infectious smile always won you over.
If he liked you, he had your back.
Will never forget the Wildwood days!
Rip Jimmy and watch over your family and friends. Send them signs. They will always need your guidance.
God Bless, prayers and love.

Darlene Deamer

April 27, 2021

Rest In Peace Jimmy, I will miss your smile, The Wildwoods will never be the same. To your family, my deepest condolences, he loved his kids - I didn’t know Jimmy that well, but he always made me feel like we were friends forever, he just had this special talent. Life is too short, and unpredictable- be kind, enjoy today, and be like Jimmy

Valerie McLaughlin

April 27, 2021

I met Jimmy while at FKD High School. I didn't know many people at FKD but I knew him. Jimmy always had a smile on his face. Jimmy was always friendly; he would tease and joke around, which is a personality character trait that he never lost. After graduation, I didn't see Jimmy again for years until one night in Westy's during a polar plunge weekend. I overheard his conversation with my brother telling him he went to FKD High School and graduated in 1980. I looked over; I couldn't believe it!! It was Jimmy Lennox. We became friends again after all these years'. We had conversations about our lives, we had many similarities in our life. Jimmy would still tease saying that he asked me to Prom but I turned him down and that I copied off him in school; he was such the jokester. Jimmy our conversations will be missed, as well as that beautiful smile of yours. I'm glad we were able to reconnect again although for far too short a time Jimmy! I will never forget you. Rest peacefully. I will pray for your soul.

"Death leaves a memory no one can heal, loves leaves a memory no one can steal"
~ from a headstone in Ireland

My deepest condolences to Jimmy's children, sisters, and family.

May your treasured memories give you some comfort, now and always.

Theresa Torres

April 27, 2021

Jimmy was a class act. He had a smile that could light up the room and you felt it. Prayers of comfort and healing to his family and friends. God speed.

Rose Petrella Brock

April 27, 2021

My deepest condolences to Jimmy's children and family...I'm sure your pain is unbearable! May God bless you all. I met Jimmy when we worked together at J Street Cafe, along with his buddy Johnny; then I found out he was cousins with my cousins husband, and if we didn't already feel like family, we sure were from then on!!! We ran into each other along the way over the years as we also had another connection through PGW while he was working with my brother-in-law...small world!! Jimmy was a great guy, friendly and kind to everyone! He will be missed!! Rest easy buddy, pour me another...

RICHIE CARL

April 27, 2021

DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO FAMILY OF JIMMY. HE WAS ALWAYS A GREAT GUY TO BE AROUND AND WE ALWAYS HAD A GREAT TIME. MEMORIES OF "J STREET' AND PATS CAFE ARE THE BEST. R.I.P MY FRIEND. YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW YOU.

Steve Burke

April 26, 2021

Jimmy was a great energy to be around. I felt blessed to know him and have him in our family's life.

April 26, 2021

It was an honor to have you as a friend Jimmy!
My Dad and I looked forward to seeing down NWW and the many laughs we had with you and your Dad.
I can just imagine how you're entertaining everyone up in heaven now.
Until we meet again my friend...

Maureen Carr
FNE PHILA

Michael Makemson

April 26, 2021

My deepest sympathy to Jimmy’s family. Jimmy was a great person I’m glad to know him and all the years we worked together at the J street cafe back in the day he was a great bartender I was the cook and DJ on Saturday nights when we had lots of fun with his side kick Johnny he was full of laughs and energy and fun he will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him ...

Colleen & Tom Kilkenny

April 26, 2021

Our Thoughts, Prayers and Love are being sent to the whole Lennox Family. Jimmy your were loved by a lot of people and especially us. We will always remember your huge smile and welcoming words!!! May God hold you in the palms of his hands!!! Rest easy buddy!!! You will be very missed but never forgotten!!!
Until we meet again!! Love Tom & Colleen Kilkenny

Joseph Nardella

April 26, 2021

My deepest condolences to the Lennox family. Jimmy was a great guy and co-worker. Served with Jim for 17 years as a union official for Local 686 and over 20 years in customer affairs department at PGW. Jim will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of being in his company. Rest In Peace Jim.

You truly will be missed

Lisa

April 25, 2021

April 25, 2021

My deepest sympathy to Jim's Children, family and all who loved him. He was a wonderful person with a smile always... Alice Allmond

April 25, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers to Jimmy's children, sisters and extended family. We will miss you Jim you were more than a friend you were family.
When we meet again we will celebrate!! Love you buddy, Mike and Joan Mahalis.

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