James A. "Jim" Pearson

James A. "Jim" Pearson obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

James A. "Jim" Pearson

James Pearson Obituary

Visit the Perman Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. website to view the full obituary.

Age 77, of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on May 16, 2023. James, known as Jim, was born to George and Lera Pearson, on November 7, 1945 in Effingham, IL. Jim was a proud Army Veteran, IT professional, loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He loved traveling, visiting with friends and family, socializing at the local café, and square dancing. His sense of humor was second to none and he was generous to those he loved. Jim is survived by his brother Roger Pearson of Little Rock, AK, sons Brent (Mary) Pearson of Springfield, IL, and Brian (Diana) Pearson of Pittsburgh, PA, his grandchildren Nichole, Katherine, and Brett, and beloved great grandchild Alaina. He is preceded by his brother Charles Lee Pearson of Springfield, IL and granddaughter Charlotte Ann. 

 

Celebrate Jim’s life with his family on Monday from 3-6 PM at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Shaler Twp. The family respectfully suggests donations be made to a local veteran’s charity or Cancer Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Perman Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.

923 Saxonburg Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15223

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