Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
James Roden Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
He was born on February 17, 1949, in Corry, PA, a son of the late James and Virginia (Wickwire) Roden Sr.
Jim was raised and educated in Corry and graduated from Corry High School in 1969. After high school, he worked in the Corry area for several years until he started General Electric. He worked in many different departments for 42 years, retiring in 2013.
He was a member of American Legion Post 365 and enjoyed going on senior citizens bus trips.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Kristen Anderson.
Jim is survived by his wife, Martha (Barringer) Roden, whom he married on November 17, 1973, in Clymer, NY; four children, Shellie (Garal) Kelley, James (Tracy) Roden III, Leon (Diane) Roden and Sara (Bradley) Courson; sister, Leanna (Bill) Linski; brother, Michael (Linda) Roden; nine grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are under the care of Bracken Funeral Home, Inc., 315 N. Center St, Corry, PA 16407.
To sign the guest book or send condolences, please visit www.brackenfh.com.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of James "Jim", please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
315 N Center St, Corry, PA 16407
Make a Donation
in James Roden's name
People and places connected with James
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support James's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor James Roden's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
