April 2 1931 February 17 2023
James R. “Jim” Mears – aged 91, of Cape May and formerly of Pocono Summit and Coatesville, PA, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023. He was born in Hatboro, PA on April 2, 1931. Jim grew up in Cape May, the class of 1949, and worked for Steger’s Beach Service during the 1940’s. He attended West Chester State Teachers College and enlisted in the Army during the Korean War. Upon graduation in 1956 he married his college sweetheart Freddie, became a school teacher, and enjoyed coaching various sports in the Coatesville Area School District for over thirty years. In their retirement years, Jim and Freddie moved to the Poconos where he loved to ski, ice skate and fish, and spend time with their grandchildren. He was predeceased by his mother, Mary D. Mears and his three brothers, Larry Doug and Bob, and his wife of 46 years, Freddie. He is survived by his daughters, Suzie Mears and Sally (and Bill) Brooker, and his two beloved grandchildren, Adam and Amanda. The family will be holding a private ceremony later this year. In lieu of flowers, if you wish to give a remembrance in his name, please consider a donation to the Wounded Warriors, click HERE to donate. About Us Location Contact (609) 884-3793 Search Obituaries Flowers & Gifts What We Do Grief & Healing Resources Plan Ahead About Us Location Contact Search Home Obituaries Flowers & Gifts What We Do Grief & Healing Resources Plan Ahead Share a Memory Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share by Email James “Jim” Mears April 2, 1931 – February 17, 2023 James R. “Jim” Mears – aged 91, of Cape May and formerly of Pocono Summit and Coatesville, PA, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023. He was born in Hatboro, PA on April 2, 1931. Jim grew up in Cape May, the class of 1949,… View Obituary & Service Information Login Print The family of James “Jim” Mears created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories. Hide message Obituary & Service James R. “Jim” Mears – aged 91, of Cape May and for… View More Sympathy Cards Customized sympathy cards. Mailed for you. Send a Card Photos & Videos Share and view memories of James “Jim”… View Photos & Videos Tribute Wall Photos & Videos Obituary & Service + More Information Obituary for James “Jim” Mears James R. “Jim” Mears – aged 91, of Cape May and formerly of Pocono Summit and Coatesville, PA, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023. He was born in Hatboro, PA on April 2, 1931. Jim grew up in Cape May, the class of 1949, and worked for Steger’s Beach Service during the 1940’s. He attended West Chester State Teachers College and enlisted in the Army during the Korean War. Upon graduation in 1956 he married his college sweetheart Freddie, became a school teacher, and enjoyed coaching various sports in the Coatesville Area School District for over thirty years. In their retirement years, Jim and Freddie moved to the Poconos where he loved to ski, ice skate and fish, and spend time with their grandchildren. He was predeceased by his mother, Mary D. Mears and his three brothers, Larry Doug and Bob, and his wife of 46 years, Freddie. He is survived by his daughters, Suzie Mears and Sally (and Bill) Brooker, and his two beloved grandchildren, Adam and Amanda. The family will be holding a private ceremony later this year. In lieu of flowers, if you wish to give a remembrance in his name, please consider a donation to the Wounded Warriors, click HERE to donate. facebook instagram © 2023 Spilker Funeral Home. All Rights Reserved. Made with love by funeralOne
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Death notice for the town of: Cape May, state: New Jersey