James W. English, 81, of Warren, PA., died surrounded by his family, on Saturday evening, October 10, 2020 at the John & Orpha Blair Hospice Home, Warren, PA. He was born December 1, 1938 in Warren, PA. He was the son of William LaVerne and Emma Johnson English. James was a lifelong Warren area resident and a 1956 graduate of Warren High School. He was employed as a driver with the former Sunshine Biscuit Company and was a cable technician for 34 years, retiring from Atlantic Broadband. Jim was a member of Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, and Warren Archery Club. He had been a baseball coach for many years with the Warren Little League Baseball. His greatest joys in life were spending time with his family, especially with his grandchildren. He was very attentive to attending their sporting and social events. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, outdoorsman and enjoyed hiking.
Jim is survived by his wife of 51 years, Jeanne Heary English whom he married January 25, 1969 in Warren, PA., 4 Children – Greg A. English and wife, Beth of Warren, PA., Jim English and wife, Jody of Sugar Grove, PA., Bonnie Hannold and husband, Matt, Debbie Briggs and husband, Eric all of Russell, PA., 1 Sister – Wilda Rashid of Warren, PA., Jim had 10 Grandchildren, 9 surviving: Jordan English, Mariel English, Olivia English, Zachary English, Kaileigh English, Austin Hannold, Addyson Hannold, Hunter Briggs, Avah Briggs, several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved grandson, Connor James English, 1 Sister – Martha Baker.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 from 4 to 7 P.M. where CDC Guidelines will be enforced, face masks and social distancing will be observed. Public is asked to enter via the front entrance of the funeral home, if handicapped please use the ramp entrances. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 10:00 A.M. at Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, 11 Russell Street, Warren, PA., with Fr. Stephen Schreiber, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Warren, PA. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Holy Redeemer Church Building Center Fund or Hospice of Warren County, hospiceofwarrencounty.com, 1 Main Avenue, Warren, PA. 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
I am so sorry for Jeanne and the kids and grandkids for the loss of this wonderful man. To know Jim was to love him…his love for his family,his smile, his big heart, his dry sense of humor, his Christianity…all of the things that made Jim who he was. God bless the English family…I love all of you and know that Jim is still with you and smiling on you.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss …Jim was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed..take care
We are so sorry for your loss for your family. He was a good friend.
Jim was one of the first men I met
when my wife and I moved to Warren. He came up to hook our
Tv up for us. He was such a friendly
guy and easy to like. I’m very sorry
for your loss. Jim was a special man!
Jody & Jim
Sending sympathies and prayers to your family.
Jeanne and family –
We are so very sorry to read of Jim’s passing. Gerry has so many memories of working with Jim at Warren TV. Also being “neighbors” in Pleasant Twp. He was a great guy!
May your memories keep you close in heart and help you in the coming days!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sandy & Gerry Mattone
Loved Jim’s warm smile.
Jeanne please know we’re praying for you and your family.
A life well lived summarizes Jim English’s 81 yrs. We feel privileged to have known him for over 55 yrs. as a neighbor and a friend. To us, he was a giant of a man with a really big heart and a gentle spirit. You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of this man so loved by his family, and a man that so loved each of you. May you find comfort in your many cherished memories.
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
My heartfelt condolences to your entire family.