James “Jim” Gregory Waldspurger, age 75, of Elkton, MD, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022. He was born in Doylestown, PA, on May 23, 1947 to the late James H. Waldspurger, and Agnes (Lowande) Waldspurger. Jim graduated from North Penn High School. He went on to work in the transportation industry as a truckContinue Reading
James “Jim” Gregory Waldspurger, age 75, of Elkton, MD, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022. He was born in Doylestown, PA, on May 23, 1947 to the late James H. Waldspurger, and Agnes (Lowande) Waldspurger.
Jim graduated from North Penn High School. He went on to work in the transportation industry as a truck driver for many years. Later in life, he worked as a forklift operator and held other maintenance jobs. Jim was an all-around fun person. He was known to be a prankster and jokester, but he was always willing to lend a helping hand. Jim loved his trucks and motorcycles. He specifically loved Ford’s older Mustangs and Mavericks. He enjoyed going to the Cecil County Drag Strip to watch the races and watched NASCAR. His favorite driver was Bill Elliot. Jim also enjoyed boating and fishing in the local waters. He was always happy to cheer on his favorite football team- the Green Bay Packers. However, Jim’s greatest joy came from spending time with his family.
Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 32 ½ years, Kathy J. Waldspurger; children: Lisa Marie Scharwtz, Cindy Roeder, Scott Moyer, Jean Moyer, Lori Jardell, and Dennis Moyer Jr. (Valerie); twelve grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; brother, Paul Waldspurger; and sister’s: Rita Roberts and Aggie Spots.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his son, Anthony Waldspurger; brother, David Waldspurger; grandson, Daniel Jardell; and nephew, David Jokiel.
A celebration of Jim’s life will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 11:00 AM at R.T. Foard Funeral Home, 259 East Main Street, Elkton, MD 21921. Family and friends may begin visiting at 10:00 AM. Burial will be private.
Leah
left a message on January 7, 2023:
Kathy , I’ll always remember you guys as my favorite night time customers at the diner but it’s more then that you BOTH also become friends and I’m so grateful and happy that I got the pleasure to know you guys ! Also so happy and jokingly Jim was , he made my the shift fun when he came in and was such a caring man. He will be missed !
Leah
left a message on January 7, 2023:
Kathy , I’ll always remember you guys as my favorite night time customers at the diner but it’s more then that you BOTH also become friends and I’m so grateful and happy that I got the pleasure to know you guys ! Also so happy and jokingly Jim was , he made my the shift fun when he came in and was such a caring man. He will be missed !
Leah
left a message on January 7, 2023:
Kathy , I’ll always remember you guys as my favorite night time customers at the diner but it’s more then that you BOTH also become friends and I’m so grateful and happy that I got the pleasure to know you guys ! Also so happy and jokingly Jim was , he made my the shift fun when he came in and was such a caring man. He will be missed !
Judy Baldwin Swauger
left a message on January 6, 2023:
Enjoyed listening to Jim singing Karaoke
Kathy so sorry for your loss
Ehrin Yates
left a message on January 6, 2023:
Love you Kathy. So truly sorry for your loss. Jim was a great man.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Danielle Gilbert
left a message on January 6, 2023:
Jim you will always be in my heart and that big smile of yours as soon as you would see me. Heaven truly gained an Angel.
Danielle Gilbert
left a message on January 6, 2023:
Jim you will always be in my heart and that big smile of yours as soon as you would see me. Heaven truly gained an Angel.
Angela Doetsch
left a message on January 6, 2023:
You were the best work mate & a wonderful friend! You will be truly missed by many! Love & Miss you dearly buddy! Never Forgotten!
Christopher N Martin
left a message on January 4, 2023:
My sincere condolences and prayers to Kathy and her family. Jim will be missed by many people who loved him. He was always upbeat, smiling, and friendly and those qualities made him so likeable. My wife Sue and I have known Jim and Kathy for many good years. Jim was a great friend to have around in good times and always had you back I remember a time when he saved me from my temper, and I am always grateful to him for that. Rest in peace my Friend.
Jean
left a message on December 31, 2022:
I've had the privilege of knowing "Jim W" for about 20+ years.
What a stand up guy. Friend to all. He and Kathy are loved by so many.
We had such good times at Karaoke. Jim and I sang Day Dream Believer and I Got You Babe, together.
You will definitely be missed Jim W and we will look after Kathy until she's with you again.
Maria Wilkinson
left a message on December 30, 2022:
Jim was such a wonderful friend and adopted brother ? Am so glad I had the chance to come back home last year after moving away for last 10 years and being able to see you, spend some time with you and get your loving hugs ?
Mary bivens
left a message on December 30, 2022:
What can I say Jim was one of the best always had a smile. He loved to sing Karaoke and he was good. We will miss you Jim keep singing in gods choir love you
Harley Kilgore
left a message on December 30, 2022:
Jim was like a grandfather I never had growing up. I met him at beachcomber. Myself and my sisters we were "his girls". Everytime he would talk to my parents he would ask how "his girls were doing". I loved Jim so much, and it's sad to try and imagine a world without such an incredible man. Any room he would walk into he would light up with his laughter. He was either everyone's; fake boyfriend, future ex-husband, or fake husband. Jim loved everybody, he was so kind, there wasn't a mean bone in his body. Jim will truly be missed he was a phenomenal man. But I know he's up there watching over all of us and waiting to hug each and everyone of us with one of those great hugs he always gave.
Donna MOYER
left a message on December 29, 2022:
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Leah
left a message on January 7, 2023:
Kathy , I’ll always remember you guys as my favorite night time customers at the diner but it’s more then that you BOTH also become friends and I’m so grateful and happy that I got the pleasure to know you guys ! Also so happy and jokingly Jim was , he made my the shift fun when he came in and was such a caring man. He will be missed !
Leah
left a message on January 7, 2023:
Kathy , I’ll always remember you guys as my favorite night time customers at the diner but it’s more then that you BOTH also become friends and I’m so grateful and happy that I got the pleasure to know you guys ! Also so happy and jokingly Jim was , he made my the shift fun when he came in and was such a caring man. He will be missed !
Leah
left a message on January 7, 2023:
Kathy , I’ll always remember you guys as my favorite night time customers at the diner but it’s more then that you BOTH also become friends and I’m so grateful and happy that I got the pleasure to know you guys ! Also so happy and jokingly Jim was , he made my the shift fun when he came in and was such a caring man. He will be missed !
Judy Baldwin Swauger
left a message on January 6, 2023:
Enjoyed listening to Jim singing Karaoke
Kathy so sorry for your loss
Ehrin Yates
left a message on January 6, 2023:
Love you Kathy. So truly sorry for your loss. Jim was a great man.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Danielle Gilbert
left a message on January 6, 2023:
Jim you will always be in my heart and that big smile of yours as soon as you would see me. Heaven truly gained an Angel.
Danielle Gilbert
left a message on January 6, 2023:
Jim you will always be in my heart and that big smile of yours as soon as you would see me. Heaven truly gained an Angel.
Angela Doetsch
left a message on January 6, 2023:
You were the best work mate & a wonderful friend! You will be truly missed by many! Love & Miss you dearly buddy! Never Forgotten!
Christopher N Martin
left a message on January 4, 2023:
My sincere condolences and prayers to Kathy and her family. Jim will be missed by many people who loved him. He was always upbeat, smiling, and friendly and those qualities made him so likeable. My wife Sue and I have known Jim and Kathy for many good years. Jim was a great friend to have around in good times and always had you back I remember a time when he saved me from my temper, and I am always grateful to him for that. Rest in peace my Friend.
Jean
left a message on December 31, 2022:
I've had the privilege of knowing "Jim W" for about 20+ years.
What a stand up guy. Friend to all. He and Kathy are loved by so many.
We had such good times at Karaoke. Jim and I sang Day Dream Believer and I Got You Babe, together.
You will definitely be missed Jim W and we will look after Kathy until she's with you again.
Maria Wilkinson
left a message on December 30, 2022:
Jim was such a wonderful friend and adopted brother ? Am so glad I had the chance to come back home last year after moving away for last 10 years and being able to see you, spend some time with you and get your loving hugs ?
Mary bivens
left a message on December 30, 2022:
What can I say Jim was one of the best always had a smile. He loved to sing Karaoke and he was good. We will miss you Jim keep singing in gods choir love you
Harley Kilgore
left a message on December 30, 2022:
Jim was like a grandfather I never had growing up. I met him at beachcomber. Myself and my sisters we were "his girls". Everytime he would talk to my parents he would ask how "his girls were doing". I loved Jim so much, and it's sad to try and imagine a world without such an incredible man. Any room he would walk into he would light up with his laughter. He was either everyone's; fake boyfriend, future ex-husband, or fake husband. Jim loved everybody, he was so kind, there wasn't a mean bone in his body. Jim will truly be missed he was a phenomenal man. But I know he's up there watching over all of us and waiting to hug each and everyone of us with one of those great hugs he always gave.
Donna MOYER
left a message on December 29, 2022:
In memory of James “Jim”
Gregory Waldspurger, Donna MOYER lit a candle
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.