James Witherspoon
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James Witherspoon, 73, of Gordonville, passed away at his home on Friday, March 31, 2023. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Charles Bell and Lillian Witherspoon. Their foster mother raised James and his brother Charles Witherspoon, the late Martha Hicks Brown of West Grove. He was the beloved husband of Ruby J. Witherspoon, with whom he shared 23 years of marriage.
James graduated from Avon Grove High School and later obtained an associate's degree in Business from Goldey-Beacom College. He proudly served our nation in the United States Army during Vietnam. He later worked as a Water Treatment expert.
He was an avid pool player, traveling across the country to compete in various tournaments. He was a member of the American Legion and VFW.
He is survived in addition to his wife by three children: Eric Jackson of Newark, DE, Rev. Dr. James L. Mills of Lansdale, and Terrance Witherspoon of Lancaster. Additionally, he is survived by five grandchildren and three siblings: Charles Witherspoon of Sadsburyville, Geraldine Barton of South Carolina, and Barbara.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, from the Parkesburg United Methodist Church, 411 Main St., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Friends and family are invited to attend a visitation period taking place from 9 AM until the start of the service. Interment will directly follow at Zeltenreich UCC cemetery in New Holland, Pennsylvania.
For those unable to attend in person, a live stream of James's service will be provided. To watch livestream of the service please click HERE.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences can be posted atwww.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
Mr. James Witherspoon
My deepest condolences to James family. I have lost a true friend and a mentor. I have known and worked with James for more than 23 years and he helped me develop and design complicated water treatment projects across the USA and internationally. His sense of humor was out of this world that kept us going even under the most difficult situations. He was a good hardworking man and did good for his fellow beings. He will be missed tremendously.
James
I had the joy of working with James at the Duff Company.
The two of us would often have lunch together and had the most interesting conversations. A true gentleman who will be missed and remembered.
James Wirherspoon
Our heartfelt condolences to Jim's family. We were high-school classmates and remember Jimmy fondly. He was an athlete and friend to all. RIP
The Man. The Myth. The Legend
The Man. The Myth. The Legend, as Jimmy would say every morning when he walked into my office. Cup of coffee in hand, would sit down and just spit stories out about music, life in general, and of course, our love of scrapple. I will miss our morning chats. On behalf of your family at Duff Company. God Speed.
We at the Lancaster County
We at the Lancaster County Eight Ball League are saddened over the loss of James Witherspoon. On behalf of the many friends he had made within the Billiard community we send our heartfelt condolences to Ruby and his extended family. The players he has inspired over the years is immeasurable. You left an indelible legacy to all that knew you Jim. Although, I'm guessing you and our Lord Jesus Christ will be having a conversation about who is the "Greatest Of All Time"! Rack em up my friend, I'll be along in a while.
Robert Mullen
Past President, Lancaster County Eight Ball League
A True Gentleman
Having had the sincere pleasure of knowing Jim for over 50 years I can, without hesitation, say that he was one of the finest people I've ever known. I personally tapped into his vast knowledge of the water treatment business countless times over my 45 years in the business. I will miss his expertise but will truly miss his friendship even more. Rest in peace James.
Gary Pifer
Neff andTerrence.
Neff andTerrence.
Sending my sincere condolences for the loss of you dad. May God grant you and the entire family peace.
James
Ruby, Matt and I are so sorry to hear about the passing of James. I will always remember him giving me pool pointers and always with a smile on his face. With our deepest sympathy Sherri and Matt Yohn
A class act
James you truly were a man of distinction with both a sharp wit & intellect combined with kindness & a helluva of a sense of humor. I am tearing right now missing my buddy. Not gonna worry about acid rain anymore as heaven now will be sold a reverse osmosis water system. RIP my friend
My Friend
I always looked forward to seeing you league nights either at the sundown or anywhere else we would play. You always made me laugh and picked me up when I was down. I will miss you and until I see you again rest easy my friend.
Rest easy, my friend.
Rest easy, my friend. Condolences to the Family.
James Witherspoon
James was a genuine person.He could always bring a smile to your face without even saying a word.I miss our conversations we had regarding many a topics.He was a one of a kind person.Rest easy my friend. Condolences to his family.
Rest in Peace James. It was
Rest in Peace James. It was an honor to know and to have played pool with you.
Jimmy
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Jimmy. He was a friend to all.
Avon Grove High School Reunion Committee. Class of 1967
Jim "Spoony".
Very sorry to have found that Jim had died. I knew the man well and he brought a lot of laughs with him. Had a lot of good times! Last year I did a search for Jim on the net and could not find any info on him. What a way to find. Sorry for his friends and family!!!
Jim Witherspoon
I am saddened to learn of the passing of Jim. I graduated with Jim from Avon-Grove High School in June, 1967. Most of my contact with him was in classes and Jim and I also played on the AGHS basketball team in 9th grade. He was known to all his teammates as 'Spoon'. He was always friendly and smiling. I got the sense Jim just loved life. RIP, Spoon.