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James Joseph Blythe

1926 - 2014

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1926

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2014

James Blythe Obituary

BLYTHE James Joseph Blythe, 87, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, April 26, 2014 in Jacksonville, FL. He was born July 20, 1926 to John and Louise Blythe, Father and Mother, McKeesport, PA. James served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. After the war he used the G.I. Bill to complete his education at the University of Pittsburg earning a Degree in Accounting. He was along time Manager for Victor Business Machines traveling the Southeast. A member of Lakewood United Methodist Church for over 30 years being a part of the Ed Crutchfield Class, Chancel Choir and Men's Choir. James is survived by his wife Sylvia, son Chris Blythe, stepdaughters; Monica Clinton and April (Rick) Mitchell, grandchildren Kayla and Noah Mitchell, Sister Patricia (Jerry) Smith, Brothers; J. William Blythe and Robert Mitall. James was predeceased by his Father and Mother John and Louise Blythe. A Memorial service will be held at Lakewood United Methodist Church, Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 11:00AM. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Building Fund, Lakewood United Methodist Church, 6133 San Jose Blvd., Jax, FL 32217 of Heartland Hospice Care, 8130 Baymeadows Way, West #201 Jax, FL 32256 hewellfuneralhomes.com Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Apr. 29, 2014.

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Henry Cook

May 1, 2014

Sylvia I was sadden to read about Jim's passing. Dot and I have been out of town until today. Our thoughts are with you and the family in these emotional times.
Love Henry

Cindy Davis

May 1, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time.

Tamra

May 1, 2014

A sweet and kind man with a wonderful smile who will be missed by many. Much love to Sylvia, Chris, Monica and April. -- Tamra Smith

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