James M. Moyer

DOVER--James M. “Jim” Moyer, 85, passed away March 12th, 2024 at UPMC Community Osteopathic Hospital, Harrisburg, PA. He was the husband of the late Nancy E. (Gillon) Moyer.

A Visitation will be held on Friday, March 22nd, 2024 from 5-7pm at Heffner Funeral Chapel & Crematory, Inc., 1551 Kenneth Road, York, PA. A Graveside Tribute will be held at Butler County Memorial Gardens, 380 Evans City Road, Butler, PA on Saturday March 23rd, 2024 at 2pm.

Born January 14th, 1939 in Altoona, PA. He was the son of the late James H. and Renee V. (Abb) Moyer, moving as a family to Butler, PA in 1953. He graduated from Butler High School in 1957 and served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1958 to 1964. Jim and Nancy were married on August 29th, 1964 and lived in Butler until 2004, when they moved to York to be closer to family.

Jim was employed as a Finishing Mill Roller for ARMCO/A-K Steel and retired in 1999 after 40 years of service. A lifelong collector and hobbyist, he had many passions throughout his lifetime. From his huge beer can collection, to boating, NASCAR memorabilia, Harley Davidsons, model railroading, and most recently, street rods. He loved to drive & show his 1955 Dodge pick-up and 1933 Plymouth 5-window Coupe. He was a prankster and always had a new joke to share. He adored spending time with his family and was a friend to all that met him.

Jim is survived by two sons, James R. and wife Jacqueline Moyer of Red Oak, VA and Jon R. and wife Angeline Moyer of York, PA; two grandchildren, Lauren E. Moyer and James E. Moyer; a half sister Barbara and husband Vern Richardson of New Port Ritchie, FL.; and his long time companion Janet Glatfelter. He was also grand ”Pops” to three step-grandchildren, Lindsay Rys, Mitchell Morris, and Wes Heafner.

Memorial contributions may be made to York County SPCA, 3159 Susquehanna Trail, York, PA 17406.

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