Obituary of Edward A. James

Edward A. “Egghead” James, 68, East Conemaugh passed away October 23, 2020. Born March 10, 1952 in Johnstown the son of late Arthur H. James, Jr., and Helen L. “Shorty” (Walker) James. Also preceded in death by wife Sheila L. (Bouch) James, daughter Jessica D. James, and nephew Jeremy R. James. Survived by granddaughter Sheila R. Gustkey, East Conemaugh; grandson Keagan James, Windber; sisters and brother Sandra H. James, Johnstown; Rod C. James and wife Darla R., Fairfield twp.; Jennifer M. James, Pittsburgh; nephew Josh M. James and Lexie Graham, Daisytown, Washington County. Ed enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was an electrician having worked at S&H Electric, Mosebach Electric Supply, Andrew Kindya & Son, Frank Saylor, Emglo Air Compressors, Harry Shaffer Electric, and various other companies. Ed wired a lot of houses, garages, and business. Many people’s lives were made better by knowing him. Friends received 11 am till time of memorial service 1 pm Saturday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, 139 Ligonier Street, New Florence. Rev. Dr. J. Paul McCracken officiating. Inurnment Armagh Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Cambria County Humane Society or local animal shelter.