Ronald A. James
1947-2020
Mr. Ronald Albert James, of Oak Bay, NB, peacefully passed away at
his residence with his wife and son by his side on Wednesday, May 7,
2020 at the age of 72 after a three-year battle with Cancer. He was
born to parents Eleanor Leaman (Hiltz) and Albert James in St.
Stephen, NB. Ron graduated from St. Stephen High School and went on to
receive his electrical licence. Ron was a successful business owner
and skilled electrician. He spent 10 years with the federal
government, in the Department of Public Works, as an electrical
inspector for the Maritimes. He retired, but did not slow down, in
2015.
Ron (affectionately known as “RJ” and “Pepa”
to his grandchildren) married Marilyn James (Nixon) in 1968 who
survives him. Ron is also survived by his three children Deborah
Parsons and husband Todd, Brian James and wife Tara and Darren James
and wife Wendy, as well as his grandchildren Taylor, Connor, Kaya,
Quinn and Finley. Ron is also survived by his brother, Larry James,
aunt and uncle, Bea and Don Hiltz, step-father Bill Leaman and cousin
Sally Dickinson. Ron was predeceased by parents Eleanor Leaman, Albert
James, step-mother Hilda James (Mohan) and his sister Terry Litt
(James).
Ron was known for hard work and a daily sense of purpose but always
made time for his family, friends and a coffee. He enjoyed fishing
with his sons and taking care of his property.
To family and friends, he was known to be a problem-solver, could
fix anything and always willing to lend a helping hand. RJ loved a
good project.
For those that knew him, you knew he was compassionate, generous and
kind. He was a man of few words but his words counted and their
silent presence will be felt.
In keeping with Ron’s wishes, there will be no funeral. A
graveside service will be scheduled at a future date.
For those who wish, donations in memory of Ron may be made to the
SPCA, the Volunteer Centre of Charlotte County, or the Rolling Dam
United Church cemetery fund. Condolences may be sent to the family
online at humphreysfh.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care & direction of
Humphreys Funeral Home, 20 Marks Street, St. Stephen, NB E3L 2B2 (506
– 466 – 3110)
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Ronald A James 19472020..
Death notice for the town of: St-Stephen, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick