James was a machinist for Dresser Rand and had been a member
of the Machinist Union. He was an avid fisherman who played lead guitar for
several local bands including “Lenny Waite and the LBJs”.
Survivors include his daughter Kim M. Foster of Wellsville; three
grandsons, Cory [Shauna] McConnell of Wellsville, Derek Fagan of Wellsville and
Levi [Amber] Fagan of Willey Lake, SC.; two great granddaughters, Ashlynn
McConnell and Corianna McConnell; a great grandson ,Rylan Fagan; his twin
sister Janet Lamphier of Wellsville; several nieces and nephews and his grand
dog “Chevy”.
James was predeceased by a son James D. McConnell and a
sister Carol Winans.
There will be no prior services and a private burial service
by the family will take place in Stannards Cemetery. Memorials James's name may
be made to the MS Foundation or to the charity of the donor's choice. To leave
online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.
