James H. “Jim” Mears, 66

September 25, 2014

James H. “Jim” Mears, 66, of Millersville passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 25, 2014. Born in Huntland, TN he was the son of the late Frank K. Mears, Jr, and Virginia (Graham) Mears.
Jim was a bear of a man with a puppy’s heart.
A 1965 graduate of Penn Manor High School, Jim worked as a broadcast technician for the Pennsylvania Public Television Network for over 32 years, retiring in 2003.
Jim was a founding member of the West End Ambulance Association where he received many awards for his commitment and service. He was also a member of the New Danville Fire Co. where he volunteered as a young man and returned after his retirement. He enjoyed woodworking, photography, his tractor, and anything that was related to his family farm where he grew up and then lived with his faithful dog Bailey.
He is survived by a daughter, Stephanie A. Hickey, wife of Toby, of Lancaster; a son, Brian K. Leid, husband of Susan, of Mount Joy. Also surviving are “Pop Pop’s” three loving grandchildren, Logan, Caitlin, and Zach; two sisters, Nancy M. Klinefelter, wife of Michael, of Millersville, Margaret A. Mears, of Tehachapi, CA; two brothers, John W. Mears, husband of Mamie, William G. Mears, both of Los Angeles, CA and six nieces and nephews. A brother, Frank K. Mears, III, preceded Jim in death.
A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held on Sunday, October 12 from 2-4PM at the New Danville Fire Co., 43 Marticville Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603. Interment will be private and held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jim’s memory may be made to LEMSA, 1829 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602 or to the New Danville Fire Co., at the above address.