It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James R. Bellis of Bobtown, Pennsylvania, who passed away on February 27, 2023, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James R. Bellis or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Joseph K. Bellis and Ida M. Bellis (Layhue); and his wife Nancy Bellis (Deavers). He is survived by : his daughters, Kimberly Bellis Riggleman of Point Marion, Debbie Watson (Kit) of Enola and Janet Smith (Frank) of Dilliner; his grandchildren, Taelene Riggleman Swihart (Terry), Bobbi Ann Roupe, James Roupe, Robert Roupe and Corey Smith; his great grandchildren, Tori Swihart Azzaro (Michael), Trista, Tasha Swihart, Elissa, Angelina, Markie Metcalf and Julieanna Thomas Roupe; his great great grandchild Lorenzo Azzaro; and his siblings, Jean Dusenberry of Taylortown, Joseph, Jr., Robert, Charles, Curtis, William Bellis, Arlene "Sis" Morris, Joyce Zalar, Betty Miller and Ida Marie Zaby. He is also survived by his family, and well as his many friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Herod-Rishel Funeral Home