James H. Connor Sr.

James H. Connor, Sr., 87, of Lebanon, passed away on Friday, September 29th, 2023, at the M.S. Hershey Medical Center. James was preceded in death by his loving wife, Diane K. Connor, to whom he was married for 64 years. Born in Lebanon, PA on November 6th, 1935, he was the son of the late Peter J. Connor, Sr., and the late Dorothy May (Royer) Connor. Surviving are his three children, James H. Connor II of Wyomissing, John P. Connor of Lebanon, Megan K. Mathews of Florida, a brother, Timothy M. Connor of Lebanon, two grandchildren, Vanessa Langmead, wife of Alexander, Ashley Mathews, and two great-grandchildren Connor Langmead, and Chloe Langmead. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by four siblings, Mary M. Thompson, Peter J. Connor, Jr., Hubert P. Connor, and Robert J. Connor. James graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic School in 1953. From a young age, he was active in Boy Scouts, eventually becoming an assistant scoutmaster, earning the Wood Badge Training Award, Order of the Arrow, and Silver Beaver. He was on the Boy Scouts District Leadership Training Committee, served on the Board of Directors, and was Chairman of the Camp Bashore Property and Maintenance Committee for 25 years. James was a Master Baker, employed at Royer’s Cake Box for 45 years. He also worked at Fulton Bank for 10 years. James was active in his community, serving as Club Secretary for the Rotary Club, Chairman for 4-H, and he additionally served in public office as a Jury Commissioner for 8 years. He also served as the North Cornwall Township Supervisor for 6 years, on the Township Authority for 17 years, and on the Agricultural Land Preservation Board for 7 years. James was a Military Veteran of the Pennsylvania National Guard. He enjoyed spending time in the mountains, traveling, camping with his family, bird watching, gardening, landscaping, and classical music. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Immanuel United Methodist Church, 29 E. Maple St. Cleona, PA 17042, or to Cornwall Manor, 1 Boyd St. Cornwall, PA 17016 in his memory. Kreamer Funeral Home and Crematory, Annville is handling arrangements.

James H. Connor Sr.

November 6, 1935 - September 29, 2023