Jacalyn K. James
August 28th, 2024
We are all given the miracle of life. A precious, fleeting gift we must return. Jackie left us peacefully, with Bob at her side, in the early morning hours of August 28th. A joyous life well lived, her gift returned much too soon.
Raised on the family farm in Pavilion, NY, daughter of Howard and Ethel Kingsley. Jackie’s spirit is carried on in siblings Larry (Karen E), Karen A., Gary, Jerry (Monica), and David (Valerie) Kingsley. Also survived by much loved nieces and nephews: Eric, Nicole, Ashley, Marissa, Emily, and Lauren Kingsley, Corinne (Christian) Isaac, upcoming great niece baby Adyson Eckie Isaac, Kaleigh (Will) Tapp, great nephew baby Lincoln Tapp and many cousins.
Jackie settled in Fairport after graduation from Alfred State College, where she met life-long friend Lynne Manuel. Together they forged precious memories through countless adventures including her favorite annual Great Sacandaga Lake vacation with the “Lake Girls” – Lynn, Colleen, Caroline, Sharon, Mary, Yvonne and Jessica.
Always the selfless mentor, Jackie was quick to help, teach and guide others throughout a long career that included a St. John Fisher degree and leadership positions at Kodak, Johnson & Johnson and Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, retiring after 42 years of tireless, dedicated service.
Remember Jackie’s genuine smile, gentle warmth, easy nature, unconditional love for family and friends. Cherish the memory of her sincere friendship, given without question. Celebrate together her beautiful life and journey that touched, and influenced, the lives of so many.
Each of us connected to every person we meet – Jackie will be missed beyond imagination.
Memorial donations to American Cancer Society or your favorite charity.
No calling hours or services.
Mike Reid (PSU Alum) – “Constant Companion”
We are born into this world
All of us alone
So alone we must leave
But while we’re here
We are given one another
To have and hold faithfully
Constantly
There for me
Jac – Forever My Constant Companion
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