James W. Kimberly

Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | June 30, 2022

James W. Kimberly, 85, of West Newton passed away Tuesday June 28, 2022. He was born April 12, 1937 in West Newton and is the son of the late James V. and Matilda (Shuster) Kimberly. He was the husband to the late Julia (Vehouc) Kimberly, who passed away December 5, 2018. James worked many years for the GC Murphy Company within their warehouse running the forklifts. James, now a veteran, served in the United States Army guarding the wall in Berlin, Germany. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his dog, Baby. James was also a lifetime member of the West Newton Sportman's Club. He is survived by his children, James (Jan) Kimberly of Fairbanks, Alaska, Rose (Nicholas) Ginter of Yukon, PA, Dale (Diane) Kimberly of Sutersville, PA, and Susan Kimberly of West Newton; grandchildren, Nikki, Jamie, & Jenna Kimberly, Angie & Tylor Kimberly, John Jr., & Jenna Kerlicker, and Nicholas Ginter; two great-grandchildren, Sean & Casey; and his brother, Richard Kimberly of Greensburg. In addition to his parents and wife, James is also preceded in death by his grandson, Christopher Ginter. The family has requested to keep all services private. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, PA 15135. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

Originally published June 30, 2022.

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