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James Van Why Obituary
James was born in Analomink, the son of the late Harry and Mamie Van Why.
He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
James was a retired machine operator for the textile industry.
He is survived by a son, Thomas A. Van Why of Honesdale; two daughters, Mary Jane Langan of Nicholson and Joan Marie Van Why of Honesdale; a brother, Francis Van Why of Greenfield, Ind.; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Friends may visit from 2 to 4 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 21, at the Arthur A. Bryant Funeral Home, 1228 Main St., Honesdale.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Allentown Office, 501 N. 17th St., Suite 212, Allentown, PA 18104.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Van Why
Tony, Charlie & Annie Nase
November 22, 2007
MaryJane,
We are sorry to her about Jim's passing please know you are in our prayers.
Joy Floyd
November 22, 2007
Where to begin...Uncle Jim gave his unending and unconditional love to all he knew. His kind heart and love of family is the legacy he leaves behind - he always met you at the door to welcome you in and when it was time to part ways he made sure you were in your car and on your way before he stepped back inside. I am going to miss his smile and laughter, I will never forget the moments we shared. He will always have a special place in my heart - memories of him will keep us all smiling and laughing. Be comforted in knowing his legacy of love will carry us through this time of sorrow. I love you all! Just like my Uncle Jim, family is the most important thing to me and I am blessed to have all of you.
Larry & Lucia Murray
November 21, 2007
Mary Jane & Family, we are sorry for your loss. Please know your in our thoughts & prayers. I'm glad I had a chance to meet your father & see the love your family has for one another.
dan langan
November 21, 2007
You know I always liked your dad. We always shared a few "special" interests......
I'm truely sorry for your loss
He will be missed.
dan
Terri Nase Jony
November 21, 2007
I just want to say thank you for all the years of really good times with your family. Your dad was without a doubt the life of the party...I am glad that I had the chance to know both your mom and dad they were great people and will be sorely missed but never forgotten.Some of my favorite times were in pburg and for that I thank you and will always remember the Van Whys..All my love, thoughts and prayers to you.. joan marie and tom.
Chris, Mark, Kylee, Kirstee, and Sage with Uncle Jim and Uncle Ken
Chris Walcott
November 21, 2007
Mark, Kylee, Kirstee, Sage, and I always looked forward to our trips out east to visit with all the family, especially with Uncle Jim. I personally loved listening to all his stories, especially when he'd teach me Korean! We love Uncle Jim very much and will miss him terribly. All of the family is in our thoughts and prayers. Tom, Mary Jane, and Joan Marie - you were truly blessed to have such a wonderful father. All my love -- Chris
PAT BUTTS
November 21, 2007
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR DAD. HE WAS PROBABLY ONE OF THE NICEST AND FUNNIEST PEOPLE I'VE EVER KNOWN. TAKE HEART KNOWING HE'S WITH YOUR MOM AND IN A BETTER PLACE.
Michael VanWhy
November 21, 2007
The greatest memory I could ever think is that everytime Uncle Jim entered a room everyones face lit up. We all knew of his love of life and love of laughter. I will miss him dearly, but just knowing him has made my life more enjoyable. I love ya Uncle Jim
THE FISH FAMILY
November 20, 2007
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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