James R. Mallins

James R. Mallins, 85, of Newark Valley passed away peacefully on March 1, 2020. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Maria, and four wonderful children Michael (Marion), Patricia, Karyn (Jeff), and Josey. James is also survived by 12 beautiful grandchildren Amber, Jaimie, Latasha, Connor, Shelby, Bettie, John, Hailey, Lindsay, Brianna, Jason, Lily, and his beloved pug Joey. Jim loved his country and served seven years with distinction in the Marines and Air Force. He was a member of St. Johns Church in Newark Valley. Friends and family are invited to a period of visitation on March 18, 2020 from 6-8 pm at the MacPherson Funeral Home, Newark Valley. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, March 19th at 9 oclock, after which full military honors will be accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to the Wounded Warrior Project, support.woundedwarriorproject.org, or to Hospicare of Ithaca, 172 East King RoadIthaca, NY 14850, in loving memory of Jim. Memories and condolences may be written in his guestbook at macphersonfh.com. Visitation MacPherson Funeral Home Wednesday, March 18, 2020 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 5 Whig St Newark Valley, NY 13811 Directions Mass of Christian Burial St. John the Evangelist Church Thursday, March 19, 2020 9:00 AM Rock St Newark Valley, NY 13811 Directions