James E. "Jim" Canterbury's obituary , Passed away on August 28, 2025 in Jefferson, Pennsylvania

James E. "Jim" Canterbury

August 28, 2025

Jefferson, Pennsylvania

James E. "Jim" Canterbury's obituary , Passed away on August 28, 2025 in Jefferson, Pennsylvania

Funeral arrangement under the care of
James H Wilson Funeral Home

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James E. "Jim" Canterbury

August 28, 2025

Jefferson, Pennsylvania

James E. Canterbury Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James E. Canterbury of Jefferson, Pennsylvania, who passed away on August 28, 2025, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James E. Canterbury to show support.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping James' spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

He was predeceased by: his parent Claude. He is survived by: his children, Cindy Canterbury (John Radzikowski) of Jefferson Township and Jamey Canterbury (Jessica) of Hillsborough, NJ; his niece Rebecca Brown (Greg) of Shermans Dale, PA; his sisters, Mary Beth Letwinsky (Bill) of Scranton and Martha Jane Bilardi; and his brother-in-law Dennis Parker (Christene). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family strongly encourages memorial contributions be made to Jackson Street Baptist Church, 1206 Jackson St, Scranton, Pa 18504 or the Thomas A. Snook VFW Post 6520, 846 Cortez Rd. Jefferson Township, Pa 18436.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
James H Wilson Funeral Home



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Jackson St Baptist Church
1206 Jackson St, Scranton, PA 18504

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Sep 07

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Jackson Street Baptist Church
1206 Jackson St, Scranton, PA 18504

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