James C. “Jim” Hankey

October 17, 2018 Last Updated: October 17, 2018 12:00 PM Death Notice

James C. “Jim” Hankey, 75, of Ford City, passed away unexpectedly Friday at his residence.

He was born May 4, 1943, in Ford City, the son of Chester P. Hankey and Frances (Nelson) Hankey.

Jim was an active member of United Rockville Lutheran Church and enjoyed helping with church dinners. He was known for his incredible work ethic and worked at PPG for more than 20 years, retiring in 1994. He also formerly sold cars for Noel Ford and Troy Alan Buick and was most recently employed by the Kittanning-Plumcreek Water Authority. On top of these jobs, Jim also found time to work as a notary for 50 years.

Outside of his work, Jim stayed busy with his many hobbies. He belonged to the Alamo Squares and danced with his wife, Alda, for more than 20 years. Jim loved riding his four-wheeler and mowing his lawn and also enjoyed his Tuesday afternoons bowling with friends. On his iPad, he played Words with Friends with people from all over the world. He had a special place in his heart for his dogs, especially Chadeaux and Mitzi, but he was happiest when with his family.

Jim was known for his snow white hair and will be best remembered for being a caring and loving person who would do anything for his family and friends.

His memory will be cherished by his loving wife, Alda (Wright) Hankey, whom he married April 30, 1966; sons: Andrew (Deanna Hillard) S. Hankey, of Ford City, Jeffrey (Patty) C. Hankey, of Kittanning, Sheldon (Stacey) P. Hankey, of Ford City, Justin (Mandy) C. Hankey, of Kittanning and Jed Q. Hankey, of Kittanning; daughter, Jami (Rick) L. Burns, of Kittanning; and brother, Robert (Ruth Ann) W. Hankey, of Kittanning.

Jim was known as Pappy to grandchildren Austin, Sydney, Jessalyn, Michaela, Aubrey, Jakob, Kaden and Marlee; step-grandchildren Megan, Caige, Rachel, Ryan and Brittany; and step-great-grandchildren Luke and Claire.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Eileen L. Durst.

HANKEY — The family of James C. Hankey, who died Friday, Sept. 14, 2018, will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday at Clark Chapel of the Bauer Funeral Home, 238 S. Main St., Elderton.Additional visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at United Rockville Lutheran Church, 720 St. Rt. 2020 in Ford City. Following this visitation will be a funeral service with the Rev. Barbara E. Love officiating.Interment will be in United Rockville Lutheran Cemetery in Ford City.Contributions can be made in Jim's honor to United Rockville Lutheran Church at 720 St. Rt. 2020, Ford City, PA 16226.Arrangements are being handled by Clark Chapel of the Bauer Funeral Home.To send a condolence to Jim's family or view a tribute honoring his life, visit www.bauerfuneral.com.