James M. Townsend

James Townsend, 70, passed away peacefully at Riddle Memorial Hospital on May 5, 2024, after a short illness. A resident of Media, he was born and raised in Philadelphia. He was a graduate of Upper Darby High School and went on to work for Citizens Bank, then Atlantic Aviation for 22 years before his retirement. During his retirement years, he enjoyed working at the Springhaven Country Club.
Jim was a member of the AOH of Media. He enjoyed the Mummers Parade and marched with the Froggy Carr Club for many years. He participated in multiple bowling leagues throughout the years. In addition, Jim loved going to beer festivals and visiting craft breweries. He was an avid Philadelphia sports fan, especially the Eagles and Phillies. Jim enjoyed traveling and yearly family vacations to the Jersey shore. He was a fun happy-go-lucky guy and loved to be surrounded by his family and friends. He will be sorely missed by all who loved him.
He is predeceased by his parents James and Mary Townsend.
Jim is survived by his beloved wife Lois Hansen Townsend; his stepdaughter Laura Fedock; and his brothers John "Jack" Townsend and Michael Townsend.
Funeral mass Friday (May 17, 2024) at 11:15am at St. John's Chrysostom Church, 617 S. Providence Rd., Wallingford, PA, 19086 with a visitation beginning at 10:15am at the church. Burial Holy Cross Cemetery, Yeadon, PA. Arrangements handled by the Bateman-Allen Funeral Home, 4220 Edgmont Ave., Brookhaven, PA, 19015. Online condolences can be sent via www.batemanallenfuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be sent to AOH Joseph E Montgomery Div65, 42 West Madison Ave. Clifton Heights, PA 19018