James R. West

Jim was born in Manchester, CT  11/16/1937 to the late James R. West & Charlotte Pelkey West.   After several years of various health issues, he passed away on 11/2/2022, at RRMC.

He attended Manchester schools; the family moved to Maine for several years & then back to CT, where he graduated from Rockville H.S. in 1956.  He worked for many years for SNETCO, as a lineman, from where he retired.

Jim was a proud descendant of Mayflower passengers John & Priscilla Mullins Alden & a member of the VT Mayflower Society.  In his younger days, he enjoyed hunting, sometimes going to ME & NH with friends & family. He was a long-time member of NRA.

After moving to VT, he taught himself woodworking & made many beautiful items, which included a Hoosier cabinet, from lumber on his property and two authentic dog sleds, which have been admired by many people.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Snow West; children: Deb, Pam, Dave (Lisa), Rob (Margy), Cate (Paul) & Fred.   He also leaves 15 grandchildren & 8 great grandchildren;  brother, Rod (Judy); a niece & nephew; and several cousins.  Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his children Ned & Susan.

Jim will be cremated & burial will be in Manchester, CT in the Spring.

Calling hours will be held from 1 to 3 pm in the Clifford Funeral Home, on Thursday, November 10, 2022.

In lieu of flowers, may we suggest a donation to a charity of your choice.