James L. Wingard Jr.

James L Wingard Jr.
It is with profound sadness that the family of James Leon Wingard Jr. announce
his peaceful passing on June 26, 2021 at the age of 79 years.
James was born on July 28,1941 at Christian Buhl Hospital in Sharon, PA to the late
James Leon Wingard Sr. and Catherine Laura (Mountain) Wingard. He was a Boy Scout
and graduated in 1959 from Sharon High School where he was a member of the football
team. He also played on numerous softball teams.
Upon graduation he became employed at Sharon Steel Corporation where he was an
electrician for thirty-two years, Vice President of the Union , and the Blue Cross-Blue
Shield representative. Upon its closing he continued to work in insurance, being an
agent with the Morris Insurance Agency.
James was a consistent blood donor at Sharon General Hospital and was bestowed a
plaque honoring him as being a top donor in the "10 Gallon Club." He also volunteered
at the food pantry First Baptist Church Sharon PA.
In his spare time he was a Mason, enjoyed singing with the Pitch Seekers Society for
the Preservation and Encouragement of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in America,
Inc.(SPEBSQSA) and bowling in a league at Hickory Bowl. He coached for numerous
years West Middlesex Midget Football, the Indians and Dodgers little league, the DQ
senior division and All Star teams. James touched the lives of hundreds of athletes he
had the honor of coaching. His favorite team since the 1950's was the Cleveland Browns.
He also enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He will be missed by his four sons: Joseph(Leslie), Scott (Martha), Shawn(Donna),
and Kevin(Maria.) 8 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Joann McKenna,
Niece Lora Howard and her 3 Children.
He also leaves behind 3 ex-wives, 10 step children, 13 step grandchildren and 4
great grand children.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Joseph S. Wingard.
A graveside service will be held on July 24, 2021 at Riverside Cemetery, Sharpsville,
PA. 10:00 am.
The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff at Mercer County Area on
Aging and the Hospitality Care Center for their care and compassion