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James W. Elvin Sr.

James Elvin Obituary

James W. Elvin Sr.

Stanfordville-James W. Elvin, Sr., 74, a forty three year resident of Stanfordville, NY, passed away on Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at Vassar Hospital in Poughkeepsie, NY after a brief illness.

He was born October 31, 1938 in Washington Heights, NY, the son of the late John Y. and Catherine (Kehoe) Elvin.

Mr. Elvin honorably served in the United States Air Force from 1952 until 1956.

James worked for Republic Aviation and Grumman Aerospace Corporation in Long Island, and IBM in Kingston during the 1960's. He then joined his father and took over the family business, Elvin's Family Market in Stanfordville, which is entering its 48th year. Elvin's Family Market is currently run by his son, James W. Elvin, Jr.

He was a civil war enthusiast, loved motorboats and enjoyed painting. James was also a contributor to many local charities. He adored classic cars. James particularly loved Mustangs and T-Birds, and was a horse racing aficionado.

He is survived by his three children, Sharon Elvin of Hyde Park, NY; Jamie O'Neil of Rhinebeck, NY; and James W. Elvin Jr. and his wife Tory Garcia of Clinton Corners, NY; two grandchildren, James Joseph and Maddisen Rose Elvin of Clinton Corners, NY; four sisters, Beth Mattingly of MD; Kathie Elvin-Yale of New York, NY; Patty McNamara-Wheelock of Slingerlands, NY; and Margaret Elvin of Delmar, NY; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, John Y. Elvin, Jr.

Calling hours will be held from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 PM on Sunday, December 2, 2012 at the Peck and Peck Funeral Home, 7749 S. Main St., Pine Plains, NY 12567.

Funeral services and interment will be private.

Memorial contributions are requested to the Stanford Fire Co. No. 1, 6096 Route 82, Stanfordville, NY 12581, or to the Stanford Recreation Park, Creamery Road, Stanfordville, NY 12581.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Peck and Peck Funeral Home, 7749 S. Main St., Pine Plains, NY 12567.

To send an online condolence, please visit peckandpeck.net

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

Published by Poughkeepsie Journal from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for James Elvin

21 Entries

Ken Leigh

December 9, 2012

We were so sorry to hear of Jims passing
he was a Great Guy. And will be missed.

Ken Leigh & Annie Mule'

Peter Burlingame

December 6, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He was a good man, a good soul.
Peace to those he has left behind

December 4, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to all the Elvin family.
Jeff and Pam (old friends of Pat's)

Rose conklin

December 3, 2012

Our deepest condolences to the Elvin family. A piece of Stanfordville is lost.

The Conklin family, Stanfordville

December 2, 2012

My deepest sympathy goes out to all the Elvin family and friends of Jim. My prayers are with you at this time of sadness. He was a caring person and will always be a great part of Stanford's legacy.
Marguerite Raffa Salt Point, NY

Mickey / Jolene Lisowski

December 2, 2012

We are so sad for your loss. We will always miss and remember Jim.

Steve and Cyndy Van Vliet

December 2, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to the Elvin Family

Andy and Zoe's wedding

Jamie O'Neil

December 1, 2012

Dad,
Thank you for having been such a wonderful father. See you on the other side. Love always, Jamie

November 30, 2012

my deepest condolences to the Elvin family, I delivered peperidge farm bread to Elvins for 10 years back in the 90s you could allways get a smile out of jim, jim weckesser, A.S.A.P. fuel, I feel a piece of Stanfordville has gone with him.

Kathy and Chris

November 30, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss, Jamie, Jim & Tory, and Sharon. We will miss Jim are so glad we got to know him.

Sherri Jones-Owitz

November 30, 2012

Dear Sharon, Jamie, and Jim,
I am very sorry for your loss. I have fond memories from my childhood of both your father and grandfather always giving a nice greeting upon entering their store. My prayers are with you.

November 30, 2012

I am deeply saddened to learn of Jim's passing . Jim and I spoke often of history and politics, and I always enjoyed his company . Stanford will just not be the same. Patty and I would like to pass on our prayers and thoughts to Jimmy, Sharon and Jamie and family. God Bless. Jim & Patty Shockley Port St. Lucie, Fla.

Anthony Carr

November 29, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to

November 29, 2012

To Jim Torrie and family, Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
The Cale family Stanfordville, NY

Linda Ritch

November 29, 2012

I am heartbroken and so very sad. My heart goes out especially to Sharon, Jimmy and Jamie.

November 29, 2012

OUR FAMILY WOULD LIKE TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE ELVIN FAMILY IN THE LOSS OF JIM.THE TOWN OF STANFORDVILLE HAS LOST ANOTHER GREAT MAN.I'M SURE CREIG AWAITS HIS ARRIVAL WITH A DECK OF CARDS.GOD BLESS YOU ALL....THE HORTON FAMILY.

Gary & Antoinette Gent

November 29, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man and will be missed. I hope all your memories will help heal your pain.

DOROTHY MOWRIS

November 29, 2012

ALLEN AND I ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, HE ALWAYS MADE US LAUGH WITH HIS STORIES HE HAD. WILL MISS HIS SMILE HE HAD .

Midge Layton

November 29, 2012

I am so sorry. He will be missed by many. I will miss his friendly and cheerful smiles.

Alice Still

November 29, 2012

I want to extend my deepest sympathy to the family. He certainly will be missed in our community, he always managed to share a smile and laughter to all who entered his store and social circle. God Bless you all in this great time of sorrow.

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