James "Jim" W. Mackes Jr., 73, of Kunkletown, passed away Sunday, February 19, at home.
He was the loving husband of Linda E. (Kern) Mackes. They celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary in May of last year.
Born in Palmerton, he was the son of the late James W. Mackes Sr. and the late Mamie V. (Green) Mackes.
Jim was the owner and operator of his custom woodworking business for most of his life. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, rafting, and car racing. He was always busy and on the go, and loved going to stock car races. Most of all, he was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He will be deeply missed by all his friends and family.
In addition to his wife, Linda, he is survived by a son, James W. Mackes III of Tampa, FL; two daughters, Candace McMaster and her husband Ron of Easton, Jillian Mackes of Palmerton; a sister, Eileen Rinker and her husband Don of VT; three grandchildren, Allyson McMaster, John McMaster, Nevella Sheckler; and his beloved dogs, Chloe and Lilykins. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Norman Griffith.
A visitation will be held on Monday, February 27, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Kresge Funeral Home, 1763 Route 209, Brodheadsville. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 AM with Rev. Robert Simon officiating. Burial of the ashes will follow in Trachsville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VALOR, P.O. Box 315 Brodheadsville, PA 18322 or to Camp Papillion, P.O. Box 332 Stroudsburg, PA 18360.
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