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JAMES DURKIN Obituary
DURKIN, 90
LAKE WALES - James William 'J.W.' Durkin of Lake Wales, Florida passed away Thursday, February 7, 2019 at Winter Haven, Florida.
He was born August 6, 1928 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late Michael and Madeline (Connelly) Durkin. He has been a resident of the area since 2000 coming from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was the Owner of W. Ear Hearing. He was a veteran in the United States Army and served during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the South Lake Wales Church of God. J.W. was a member of the Lake Wales Country Club, enjoyed golfing, and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers, Penguins and Pirates fan and loved family time.
He is preceded in death by his sister Elizabeth Glausser.
He is survived by his wife Carol A. Durkin, daughter Kathleen Klein (Frank) of Pittsburgh, PA, sons Thomas W. Durkin, Sr. (Joby) of Lake Wales, FL, James J. Durkin (Sara) of Pittsburgh, PA, 7 grandchildren Michael Klein (Dr. Lindsay Klein), Alyssa Durkin, Taylor Durkin, Coreen Klein (Brian Quinn), Christopher Durkin, Stephen Klein, Tommy Durkin.
Visitation will be held 1:00PM until Service time at 2:00PM on Sunday, February 10, 2019 at the Marion Nelson Funeral Home with Frank Klein officiating.
Contributions may be made to COPD Foundation at 3300 Ponce De Leon Blvd. Miami, Florida 33134.
Marion Nelson Funeral Home handling arrangements.
Condolences can be sent to the family at www.marionnelsonfuneralhome.com .
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Shirley Oliver Tyler
February 19, 2019
Tom and family: So sorry for your loss.
Jim Cline
February 13, 2019
Missed, but never forgotten! Hauling us kids around in that convertible... JW was a bit of an idol and inspiration.
Charlie&Nancy Polk
February 11, 2019
Carol and Tom, so sorry to hear that JW passed. He was a nice man and I really enjoyed the many conversations about sports I had with him thru the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill Cosgrove
February 11, 2019
Jim sorry for your loss I now know where you received that great smile of yours.
VA Klein
February 10, 2019
Rest In Peace. Thanks for always being there through it all. Love you Jim! ♂
Brenda Mack
February 10, 2019
So sorry for your loss of JW. He was a very nice man and neighbor. Tate and Mel ( fur babies) loved going over to visit. You will missed very much. Sending love and hugs to Carol and the family.
February 10, 2019
Tommy please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your father.
I know the bond you both had with,a great man..
Gods speed for him..
Mike and Irene spotswood
February 9, 2019
J.W. Was a very nice man,we always enjoyed our conversations with him. Our sincerest condolences to Carol and his family.
Ed and Diana Sull
February 9, 2019
We so enjoyed our games of golf with you! Thank you for loving our Aunt Carol the way you did. You will be missed. Our condolences to all of Jim's family.
Patricia Bohnert
February 9, 2019
Jim,
We enjoyed your company, your laugh, your stories, and your view of life.
May you find the grandest golf course of all, and have the game to play it well.
To dear Carol and Jim's family, our deepest sympathy at this great loss.
Love,
Pat and Pete and families.
Bill & Susan Steele
February 9, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Karen Williams
February 8, 2019
Uncle Jim, you will be missed. Gods grace has shined on you and you will be with him through eternity.
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