James R. Yeager
December 3, 1951 ~ May 23, 2016
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Rocky Mount - James R. Yeager, age 64, passed away on Monday, May 23, 2016. Born in Philadelphia, PA on December 3, 1951, he was the son of the late Robert L. Yeager and Alice A. (Joyce) Yeager. His brother, Paul Edward Yeager, passed away in 1980 while serving in the Air Force.
After growing up and graduating high school in Lancaster, PA, Jim attended Penn State where he earned a B.A. Degree. He went on to earn a M.Ed from the University of R.I. and an MBA from Suffolk University in Boston. Jim spent his career as an HR Manager for several manufacturing companies, including Bridgestone/Firestone, Gibbs Die Casting, GAF, and Boston Digital. The most recent work was with the NC Division of Employment Security. Jim and his wife spent the last 20 years in Rocky Mount. Jim enjoyed many sports activities throughout his life, but his favorite hobby was family history.
Jim leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 37 years Jane Brunton Yeager, his son Paul Edwin Yeager, and his daughter Emily Yeager Stewart and husband James. He is also survived by his sister Robin J. Chabot and husband Richard, and two grandsons Liam and Dalton Stewart.
Jim will be laid to rest in Cedar Union Cemetery in Cetronia, PA where many of his beloved family and ancestors rest in peace. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Dear Jane, I am so sorry to hear of James passing. Even though I didn’t know you and James very well and only for a short time, I could feel his gentle spirit through his sweet smile. I truly enjoyed and feel blessed for our small visits during greeting time at Calvary. I want you to know that you and your family will be in our prayers Love and Prayers, Laurie Shearon and family (Jody’s mama)
Dear Jane, Emily, James, and Paul, I am so sorry to learn about the passing of your beloved husband and father. Jim was an amazing man in so many ways; intelligent, kind, compassionate and generous. Anyone who had the privilege of knowing him, quickly understood the love he had for his family. He absolutely adored Liam and Dalton. May your cherished memories and the love of your family and friends, lend some comfort to you during these difficult days. Love and Peace, Vickie and John Wells
Dearest Jane, Paul and Emily, The Lord strengthen you and give you His peace as you mourn Jim’s passing. He was a good man, faithful husband, father and grandfather. You were blessed to have him. Love, Peter and Patsy Gilliland
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Hi my name is Kayla and I am a local bible teacher. I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. There is a very comforting scripture at Isaiah 258. It says that soon Jehovah will swallow up death forever and that he will wipe away all of the tears. So we can all look forward to a time when death will be no more. I hope that this scripture can bring some true comfort during these difficult times.
Dear Jane and family, I am so sorry about Jim’s passing. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences. I am one of Jim’s 3rd cousins, whom he found through his research into family history. He explained that our grandparents were cousins. We got to speak once, and corresponded by email. When we spoke, it felt like we were related, and very close, which I attribute to his caring and thoughtful nature (and maybe our genes). He sent me photos of your family, and I sent him some of my family photos. What a beautiful family you have, which he clearly loved dearly. I wish he and I had gotten to spend more time with family history, or just talking, he was so interesting, and intelligent, and we definitely connected like family. His depth of knowledge about our families was astounding. He went over the information so fast, I wasn’t able to make the connection as to how closely we were related, until he explained our grandparents were cousins! Even though we didn’t get to meet, I am going to miss him. I imagine your children and I are 4th cousins Thank you so much for contacting me. I sent a message by facebook requesting your address and phone number so we can talk when you are ready. Much love and prayers, Sharon Joyce
When Jane emailed me about Jim’s passing, it seemed as if the world got a little meaner and a little darker. He was one of the nicest, kindest, most patient individuals I had ever met. I can’t imagine him ever being angry or anyone ever not liking him. He did not seem to be the complaining type – he barely mentioned his cancer to me. I had no idea how serious it was until now. Cancer took one my uncles a few years ago. Now it’s taken a friend. But at least he’s now in a better place than we are. God Bless you, Jim. I’ll miss you.
6 years ago we shared some time with Jim and Jane in Ireland,and they spent a week at our house in England.We enjoyed there company greatly and often spoke about it. His enthusiasm to trace the family tree was tremendous that’s how we got in touch with each other he phoned me we talked about what we had found on the Dawson side Jim had more info than me but we both came to a dead end at the same to names. Jim was always convinced we were related as I felt we were he would call me cousin.I am glad I had the pleasure of meeting him . Every one should have a cousin like Jim. Tony and Kate.
I knew Jim in college. He was a friend of Bill Anthony and we’d all hang out in the dining hall. Jim had a joyous spirit. I am so sorry for your loss.