Obituaries
James Wilson Privette, 77
June 23, 2014
James Wilson Privette, 77, of Lititz, PA, passed away on June 23, 2014 at Lancashire Hall Nursing Facility. James was the husband of Jo Ann (Myers) Privette for 53 years. Born in Statesville, NC, he was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Blanche (Norris) Privette, and one sister, Nancy Kennedy.
A resident of Lancaster since 1973, James worked for the mobile home manufacturing community including Liberty Homes of Leola and retiring from Fleetwood Homes of Elizabethtown. James was an avid gardener and enjoyed cooking, canning, working in his yard and spending time in the mountains. He loved family and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
As a veteran of the U.S. Army, James spent his duty on the DMZ line between North and South Korea, after the conflict.
Besides his wife, James is survived by his son, James Dean Privette and wife, Svetlana, of Coppers Cove, TX, and a daughter, Jennifer Fessler and husband, Edwin, of Lancaster. James was the proud grandfather of 6 and the great-grandfather of 10. He is also survived by two brothers, Leon Privette of Lindsay, CA and Thomas Privette of Mulberry, NC.
A viewing will be from 6-8 PM on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 AM on Friday, June 27, 2014 at the funeral home. Interment will be at Conestoga Memorial Park. Please OMIT flowers. The family requests donations to The Lancaster Cleft Palate Clinic, 223 N. Lime Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com.
The family would like to extend their appreciation and gratitude to the staff of Caring Hospice and Lancashire Hall for the exceptional care and compassion that was given to James as well as our family. We are eternally grateful.
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Condolences to the Family
June 27, 2014
To the family-
Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mr & Mrs Joe McConnell
June 26, 2014
I would just like to say it was a real pleasure to have known Jim, as we were neighbors . Could not ask for better neighbor !! We will really miss him!!
Lee & Doris
June 26, 2014
WE ARE SORRY FOR UR LOSS SORRY WE CANT BE THERE BUT WE ARE IN SPIRIT YOUR IN OUR PRAYERS GOD BLESS LOVE LARRY AND DONNA GRAVELLE
June 26, 2014
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Jim’s father. He gave a legacy to his children, grand-children, and great-grand children that all of you can be proud of. Our prayers are with the family as you walk through these difficult days of loss.
Roy & Charlene Smith
Copperas Cove, TX
June 26, 2014
Dear Joanne, James & Jenny,
Sincere sympathy on Pop’s passing. Know these past months have been trying for all watching a loved one slipping away and all the attending difficulties for care. Finally he is a rest. Please know how much I appreciated knowing of his love and care for grandson Jeff and support of his Mom thru some very harrowing times for which I am very grateful. He made a difference.
Sincerely,
Doris Cozzie
June 26, 2014
Sorry for your loss. I only knew James for a short time but what I did know he was a great man. He will be missed alot on Baker wing. Fly high my friend.
Marci Barrage, CNA
June 25, 2014
We are sad to hear the news of the passing of Mr. Privette. We want to express our gratitude for his service to our country. You are all in our thoughts and prayers…
Doug and Sherry Parkhurst
June 25, 2014
We want to express our sympathy and let you know that our thoughts are with you.
Dave and Kathy Doyle
June 25, 2014
Jenny and family,
Sorry for your loss. At least now you know that he is at peace.
Gloria Deisley (Kim’s Aunt Sis)
June 24, 2014
My thought and prayers are with each of you. Uncle Jim is smiling down on all of us.
Susan Holman
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- Thursday, June 26, 2014
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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- Friday, June 27, 2014
- 11:00 AM
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- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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