Daily Local News (West Chester, PA)
James M. Forsyth of Chadds Ford
James Moore Forsyth, of Chadds Ford, PA passed away on Friday evening, January 6, 2017.
He was the husband of Alma Saunders Forsyth.
Born in Detroit, Michigan, he was the son of the late Hugh and Isabelle Angus Forsyth.
Before retiring, James was a Mechanical Engineer and Consultant, employed by General Electric, Federal-Pacific Electric, Samsonite, and Cole Steel/ Litton industries.
James served as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy Airborne VW-1 Squadron based in the South Pacific.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his 3 children, Leslee Forsyth Antrilli, Kevin James Forsyth, Lisa Forsyth; and 4 grandchildren, Brad Forsyth, Amanda Forsyth, Max Forsyth, Tia Forsyth; and 1 great-granddaughter, Riley Forsyth.
Funeral Services will be private.
A Celebration of Life will be held in June for family and friends.
For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 3 International Drive, Suite 200, Rye Brook, NY 10573.
Our family wishes to thank the Della Vecchia Family and staff for their kindness and assistance during this difficult time.
Arrangements by Della Vecchia, Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home, Inc. of West Chester, PA 610-6961181; www.DellaFH.com.