James Russell Walmsley
James Russell Walmsley
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James was born on August 12, 1948, to John Thomas and Doris Esther (Buchanan) Walmsley in Grove City, PA.
He was a 1967 graduate of Mercer High School in Mercer, PA. After high school, he served in the U.S. Army. He furthered his education at Ohio College of Applied Sciences. Jim worked in retail hardware in management and was a Freemason.
Jim loved reading cookbooks, watching home remodeling shows, and all things guns. Above all else, Jim adored his family. His happiest times were always spent with his family. He was so proud of his two grandsons, Logan and Avery.
Jim is predeceased by his parents, John Thomas and Doris Esther (Buchanan) Walmsley. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen (Miller) Walmsley; his daughter Cara (Robert) Robitaille; his grandsons Logan and Avery Robitaille; and his brother Terry.
Arrangements by Beinhauer Funeral Home. All services will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be donated to Tiny Paws Big Hearts, 2988 Saunders Settlement Rd., Sanborn, NY 14132 or Harlequin Haven Great Dane Rescue, 11567 St. Rt. 774, Bethel, OH 45106 (https://hhdane.com/).
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