1961
James
2015
James 'Jim' Vandewalker, Jr.
May 30, 1961 — January 7, 2015
SCHENECTADY- James H. Vandewalker, Jr., 53 passed away suddenly on Wednesday at home, after being stricken.
Jim was born in Gloversville on May 30, 1961 a son of Shirley Vandewalker and the late James H. Vandewalker, Sr. He was a 1979 graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and apprenticed with Local #201, International Painters & Allied Tapers Union. He worked construction and at local restaurants as a line cook.
Jim embraced life, enjoying each day. He was a body builder and with dedication and hard work, he earned a 3rd degree black belt in Martial Arts. Jim was a gun collector, outdoorsman and an avid hunter. He was also a fan of the NY Yankee's and his beloved Miami Dolphins. Above all, Jim enjoyed and cherished his daughters and grandson; to him they were his world.
Survivors include his loving mother, Shirley Vandewalker; beloved daughters, Jamie Hurd, of Gloversville and Ashley Vandewalker, of Schenectady; cherished grandson, Noah James Vandewalker; siblings, Terri Carmen, Marc Vandewalker, Lisa Vandewalker- Bruchal. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Private services were held for his family. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made in Jim's memory to Schenectady City Mission, 425 Hamilton St., Schenectady, NY 12305.
For online condolences please visit www.rossiditorofuneralhome.com
Jim was born in Gloversville on May 30, 1961 a son of Shirley Vandewalker and the late James H. Vandewalker, Sr. He was a 1979 graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and apprenticed with Local #201, International Painters & Allied Tapers Union. He worked construction and at local restaurants as a line cook.
Jim embraced life, enjoying each day. He was a body builder and with dedication and hard work, he earned a 3rd degree black belt in Martial Arts. Jim was a gun collector, outdoorsman and an avid hunter. He was also a fan of the NY Yankee's and his beloved Miami Dolphins. Above all, Jim enjoyed and cherished his daughters and grandson; to him they were his world.
Survivors include his loving mother, Shirley Vandewalker; beloved daughters, Jamie Hurd, of Gloversville and Ashley Vandewalker, of Schenectady; cherished grandson, Noah James Vandewalker; siblings, Terri Carmen, Marc Vandewalker, Lisa Vandewalker- Bruchal. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Private services were held for his family. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made in Jim's memory to Schenectady City Mission, 425 Hamilton St., Schenectady, NY 12305.
For online condolences please visit www.rossiditorofuneralhome.com
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