1969
2020
KINGSTON — James Martin "Chum," 50, of Kingston, passed away on April 17, 2020, at his home. James was born on July 19, 1969, in Scranton.
He was a graduate of Abington Heights High School. He was a retired Army and Marine Veteran of Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom. He had a lot of hobbies, like fixing cars, remodeling a house or just sitting and watching football, especially his favorite team, the Miami Dolphins.
He is preceded in death by his father, Robert Chrisman "Chris" and Gram Karzenoski.
James is survived by his mother, Barbara Silverman; father, James Martin; fiancée, Barbara "Chum," eight children, Hope Martin and fiancé, Gaven Austin, Madelyn Chrobak-Martin, Ronald Palmiter and wife, Brieanna Palmiter, Samantha, Hope, Kasey, Leann, Madison Crawn; brothers and sisters, Kevin Martin and fiancé, Devon Barr, Jay Silverman and fiancée, Stephanie Jones, Barbara Martin and companion, Victor Anderson, Katina Calamaco and husband, Jaun Calamaco, Stacy Amaya and husband, Ismael Amaya; eight grandchildren and several nieces and nephews, who loved him with everything in their heart. He was a very compassionate, caring person always ready to help anyone in need. He is loved by many and will be truly missed by more.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Hugh B. Hughes & Son Inc., Funeral Home, Forty Fort.
For more information, or to send the family an online condolence, please visit the funeral home website at hughbhughes.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Scranton Karate School
January 21, 2021
We just found out about the loss of Jim. He was a very nice guy and always a pleasure to be around. He got his girls, nieces and nephews involved in tang soo do and we will never forget his kind and generous spirit. So very sorry for his family and friends. He will always be remembered.
-Jim’s friends at the Scranton Karate School
Stacy Amaya
April 29, 2020
I loved every bit of time God allowed me to have with you. May you rest up there with dad and watch over us . Love you forever and always
Denise
April 25, 2020
My the love you show Barb and the girls guide them through this heartache. I know you will be forever watching over them as they were your world.
Bob (jr)
April 24, 2020
God Speed Jim, You were my friend and compadre and you'll be missed. Strength and blessing to his family and may God keep you in his hands during this hard time.
Nancy
April 23, 2020
Jim was a very nice guy! I love the fact that he loved with all of his heart and made my cousin Barbara very happy! He will be missed deeply and beyond words! Taken too soon! R.I.P
tina Piasecki
April 22, 2020
Barb and family, Im here if u need anything at all> Love you all and remember Jimmy would not want to see you grieving for him. Remember all the good memories. I know I will. Hes now your gaurdian Angel Momma Barb!!!
Katie Bonitz
April 22, 2020
Rest easy Jim....You were always there for me you're a great friend you'll be forever missed....until we meet again Love Katie
Ellie McDonald
April 21, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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