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James W. Vale

Passed 12/19/2009

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Obituary For James W. Vale

James W. Vale, 93, of Steubenville, died Saturday, December 19, 2009 at Valley Hospice Care Center North.  He was born July 15, 1916 a son of the late Allen and Emma Wolfe Vale.  Jim was a member of Sycamore Tree United Methodist where he previously served on the church’s board of trustees.   He was a member of Steubenville Masonic Lodge #45, a 33rd degree mason, and Scottish Rite Valley of Steubenville A.A.S.R.  Mr. Vale was a fifty year employee of the former Miners and Mechanics Bank where he retired as president and chairman of the board of directors.  He served as a trustee of the Union Cemetery Board, local YMCA and Trinity Health System Foundation Board.  He was a former member of the Steubenville Rotary Club and Franciscan University Century Club.  Jim was a US Army veteran serving during WW II.  Jim’s hobbies included playing the guitar and collecting clocks and his interests included cars, riverboats and trains.  He was an active member of the community and his church.  Preceding Jim in death was his wife, whom he married in 1952, Kathryn Jones Vale in 1987.  Surviving are his cousins Lucille Smith of Steubenville, OH, Dorothy Robert Miller of Salem, OH and Marjorie (Victor) Greco of Weirton, WV.  Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville Monday 6 - 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. with Rev. Steve Modranski officiating. Burial at Union Cemetery.  Masonic service Monday 5:45 p.m.  Memorial donations may be directed to Valley Hospice, Masonic Learning Center or Sycamore Tree United Methodist Church. 

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  • 09/03/2024

    Margaret Archangel

    Mr. Vale was kind enough to hire me many years ago at the bank as I worked myself through Miami University. I will always be grateful for his generous gift of a job and that opportunity to work toward my bachelors and masters degrees. As I read of all the things that he has done in his life, I can see that he gifted all those around him with his knowledge, love and friendship. I send you my heartfelt condolences and will remember him always. Margaret Archangel Mason, Ohio

  • 09/03/2024

    John Atkinson

    Luckily, I have good photos of Jim a few years ago while he was practicing with parking cones for his driver's license renewal test. He looked cool in his spiffy PT Cruiser! Fun times and good memories to keep.

  • 09/03/2024

    Joe Mascolino

    I was very sorry to hear of Jim�s passing. I have many fond memories as I grew up living next door to Jim and Katherine. They were always so nice and helpful. In particular I remember the many Saturday mornings in my childhood that I spent with them. I miss them both.

  • 09/03/2024

    Gary & Janis Piazza

    We are so saddened to hear about Jim's passing. He was our beloved next door neighbor for decades. He and his lovely wife Kathryn were the greatest! He will be missed. May he rest in peace. Gary and Janis Piazza

  • 09/03/2024

    Carla McAllister

    My thoughts and prayers are with all of you today and always. I have only met Mr.Vale a short time ago when he was staing at the Laurels of Steubenville. He was such a sweet and caring gentelman, i became very attached to him and would like to say he will be sadly missed by myself and all others in the dietary department of the Laurels.

  • 09/03/2024

    Donna Hanna Phillips

    My thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember all of the fine financial planning that Jim did for Calvary Church and his wise decisions for the board of trustees.

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