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James E. Mathias Jr., 60, of Oley Township, passed away March 8, 2013, in Select Specialty Hospital, Harrisburg.
Born in Oley, he was the son of the late James E. and Anna M. (Romich) Mathias.
James was an Oley Valley High School graduate.
He worked as a copy center assistant in the print shop at Albright College from 1988 until his passing.
James was a member of Pikeville Gun Club. He collected antique toys and was a hand radio operator.
He loved music and was known by some people in town as the "Mayor of Spangsville."
James is survived by his sister, Barbara J., widow of Jacob K. Hoch, Boyertown.
A memorial service will be Monday, March 18, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in Blankenbiller Funeral Home, 423 Main St., Oley, PA 19547. There will be a visitation from 6:00 p.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations in James's memory may be sent to Blankenbiller Funeral Home, at the above address, to help defray funeral expenses. Online condolences may be made at www.blankenbillerfh.com.
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for James Mathias
Frances Hallman
March 20, 2013
I remember Jim from Oley Valley High School. He went on my bus and graduated in my class.
My deepest sympathy goes our to his family and friends. My prayers are with you may you RIP1
Linda Snyder
March 20, 2013
We will always remember the great times with you Jim.
Tom Bartman, Linda Snyder,& Ricky Snyder
March 18, 2013
I was sorry not to be able to get to the service this evening -- I wanted to come to pay my sincere respects. I didn't know Jim well but was always impressed by his kind and unassuming spirit. Rest peacefully, Jim.
Darlene Roth
Barbara Marshall
March 18, 2013
Quiet, unassuming, kind,loyal- that was Jim. He served Albright College well for so many years and went above and beyond for so many people at the Print Shop and later the Copy Center. One of the real good guys. He will be greatly missed.
Heidi Derstler
March 18, 2013
I always enjoyed talking to Jim. He kept things real. I will miss him very much! RIP Jim. We love you!
Leonard & Susie Mathias
March 17, 2013
Rest in peace. Will always remember the good times we had when we saw Kathy Martin and the Hub Rods!!!! Will miss you in the circle of cousins -- Butch and Susie Mathias
Deb Drost
March 15, 2013
So many fun and awesome memories we shared, all of us, with the band and The Rink, so many lives were touched by Jim, he rocked our world....he will be missed !!!
David Franke
March 15, 2013
Though Jim spoke so few words most of the time, he was ever present and thought highly of. Jim, you will be missed by all your friends, while we wait to climb the golden staircase to eternal happiness. The music will play again, and the dances will start, all in the right time!
Jeff Angstadt
March 14, 2013
You will be missed by all of us Jim and I will always remember the wild and crazy times that our gang had together. Rest In Peace my friend and we will be listening to the "ROAR OF THE CROWD" as you make your way up to heaven. God Bless Mr. Mayor of Spangsville until we meet again.
Cindy Moyer
March 14, 2013
In memory of 'James of Mathias'. A life taken too soon. Jim was a 'brother' to us, Mike Oswald, and Rick and Terrie Hoch. He was 'Uncle Jim' to Anthony and Adam. Even though he was a quiet man, he had many friends, and his friends were his FAMILY. His family of friends will miss him very much. Steve and Cindy Moyer
Corinne White
March 14, 2013
You will be missed Jim, thank you for being here.
My condolences to family and friends.
Sincerely,
Corinne
Hillary Bratz
March 14, 2013
Jim you will be sadly missed by so many
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