James Ferry Obituary

James Stuart Ferry, 51, of Denver, PA, died unexpectedly Sunday evening, July 6.

Husband of Lisa (Hoppman) Ferry, father of Nicholas and Anja, both at home. He is survived by his parents, Ann Stuart of West Lawn and Ronald and Marlene Ferry of Clay; a sister, Elice (wife of Albert Darrenkamp) of Lancaster; two brothers, Ronald Ferry (husband of Karen), of Phoenixville; and David Ferry (husband of Pascha) of Williamsport; in addition to 7 nieces and 4 nephews.

Born in Lansdale, Pa., Jim was a 1982 graduate of Cocalico High School. He played football all 4 years and would fondly reminisce about his multiple touchdowns during the '81 Ephrata vs. Cocalico game.

Jim proudly served in US Army 1982-1988.

He had been employed by Case New Holland for 26 years as master welder. He often shared photos with close friends displaying the latest farm equipment project he'd been working and stating with a big grin, "I'm feeding the world". Friends knew he loved what he was doing! He also served on Denver Boro Recreation Committee from 2007-2012.

He had a special charm to him. In any new face, he saw a chance to make a new friend. Not only that, but to capture the moment. He was selfless to strangers in need by quickly paying for a hot meal or warm place to spend the night.

He was a proud father who enjoyed every moment spent with his children, whether coaching soccer, teaching them to swim, fish or ride a bike. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and Eagles fan. His smile and kind heart will be missed.

The funeral service will be held Saturday, July 12 at 11:00 a.m., Swamp Lutheran Church, 275 Swamp Bridge Road, Reinholds, with Pastor Dennis L. Trout officiating. Friends may call from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Interment will take place in a private ceremony at a later date. Full military honors will be accorded.

Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver. Online condolences can be given at roseborostradling.com.

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Published by Reading Eagle on Jul. 10, 2014.

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Bev Brunner

July 12, 2014

I met Jimmie from my friends Karl and Julie. He had the most beautiful smile and a wonderful sense of humor. He was such a hard worker. He was kind and a wonderful person. I cannot imagine this world without him. I am missing that smile! May you RIP Jimmie for your were loved and will be missed.

david faline

July 12, 2014

Elise David Ron and Cookie I'm very sorry for your loss. Jimmy will be sorely missed. Even though I haven't seen Jimmy for over 30 years, I was thrilled to speak with him on the phone a few years back when I finally was able make contact with him. This tragic loss really breaks my heart. I would like for you to know that i had some of my all my all time favorite childhood memories with Jimmy. Back in 1975 when I was about 10 years old attending Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church Jim trained me to be an altar boy because Father Carr thought that Jimmy was one of his best alter boys. Jimmy also taught me how to use a BB gun in the woods behind our house on State Street and he also taught me the proper way to climb aboard a moving train as it moved slowly through Ephrata and showed me when it was time to jump off the train as it began to accelerate on the other end of town... Jimmy showed me how to make gunpowder with simple ingredients purchased from right downtown Ephrata from Whitey's for only a few cents and how to rig the cable box buttons with toothpicks so we could get HBO for free and watch James Bond the man with the Golden Gun. Lot's of good clean fun! Thanks for all the precious memories Jimmy! I will never forget you. May your memory be eternal. Please be merciful to your servant Jimmy O Lord and let your perpetual light shine upon him may his soul along with all the souls of the faithfully departed through the mercy of God rest in peace Amen.

July 11, 2014

cookie and ron,ron elice and david,what a tragedy for all of you.have great memories of you all and our happy times together.our thoughts and prayers for all the family.marilyn and bob malarkey

Bill Ferry

July 10, 2014

Ron, Cookie and kids,
My heart goes out to you in losing a healthy family member unexpectedly. What I remember most is the visits to my parents and family picnics, he always had a kind word and smile on his face. Once again, my condolences.
Bill Ferry

Leo and Krista Ryan

July 10, 2014

You are all in our prayers. RIP Jim.

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