James E. Cumer, Sr. age 84 of Canonsburg passed away Thursday, October 04, 2012 in Canonsburg General Hospital.
He was born on March 29, 1928 in Canonsburg the son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Fee Cumer.
Mr. Cumer served with the Untied States Army during World War II with the 98th General Hospital and received Army of Occupation Medal. He retired as a long wall coal miner from Bailey Mines.
Mr. Cumer lived most of his life in Canonsburg.
Surviving are three sons, James (Linda) Cumer ,Jr.; Daniel (Doureen) Cumer both of Canonsburg; Steven (Marcia Lynn) Cumer of Carrolton, Va., four grandchildren, Daniel, Heather, Brad and Joseph also three great-grandchildren, Tyler, Hallee and Sebastian.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary R. Roessler, daughter, Tammy Cumer and granddaughter Amanda.
Family and friends are welcome on Sunday, October 7, 2012 fro 2:00 to 3:00 PM at Salandra Funeral Service, Inc., Joseph P. Salandra owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg 724-745-8120. A Committal Service will be held on Monday, October 8, 2012 at Forest Lawn Garden's Chapel with Rev. Donald Austin officiating, at 10:00 AM please meet family at Chapel by 9:50 AM. Interment will follow at Cemetery. Full military honors will be accorded by the combined Honor Guard of VFW Post 191 of Canonsburg and the American Legion Post 902 of Houston.