Obituaries
James A. Shope, 90
June 27, 2024
James A. Shope, 90, of Lancaster, passed away on June 27, 2024.
Born in Mount Union, he was the husband of Nancy Leisey Shope and was the son of the late Banner and Veda (Gifford) Shope.
James had worked as a scheduling manager for the Alumax Corporation.
He was a US Navy veteran of the Korean War, serving from 1951 to 1955 on the light cruiser, USS Helena.
He enjoyed traveling, bowling, good food and was a former member of Trinity Lutheran Church.
In addition to his wife, Nancy, he is survived by his daughter: Gloria married to David Griffith of Huntingdon, PA, his granddaughter Natalie Rhodes, his great grandchildren Blake and McKenzie Rhodes, and his sister, Arlene Jean Speck.
Services are private and at the convenience of the family.
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Condolences to the Family
July 07, 2024
My Condolence to Nancy and the Family. Jim was just a “Super Guy” to work with and bowld with, etc.. There are “Not Many of the Old Gang” left from the aluminum mill.
Ken Hess
P.S. Nancy, Hope you enjoying good health. “Hang In There” God will help you thru this.
Ken Hess
July 07, 2024
So sorry for your loss. I loved working with Jim. Gerry Myers
