James L. Kimmy, 81, of Greene Township, passed away Friday, August 14, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Erie on February 7, 1945, and the son of the late Veo E. and Alice Mae Boam Kimmy.
Jim graduated from Wattsburg High School in 1962 and went on to work as a machine operator at Erie Forge & Steel Inc. He enjoyed snowmobiling and hunting. Jim enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded by his first wife, Ruth Ann Schlaak Kimmy; his second wife, Patty Carr Kimmy; his sons, Robert “Bob” Kimmy, and Edward Kimmy; his sister, Audrey Pregler; his brothers, Lawrence, Phillip, Gary, Thomas, and Dennis; and his granddaughter, Cathleen Kimmy.
Survivors include his sons, Jeffrey Kimmy (Ronda), Joseph Kimmy (Penny), Steven Kimmy, and Jeffrey Hartstein; his daughters, Sabrina Courson and Amber Clauser (Tom); his sister, Verla Applebee; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the Interim Hospice team for the love and care they gave Jim.
Friends may call at the Russell C. Schmidt & Son Funeral Home, Inc. on Wednesday from 3 p.m. until the time of Funeral Service there at 6 p.m. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Interim HealthCare of Erie Hospice – 2202-2212 West 15th St., Erie, PA, 16505.
Please visit www.SchmidtFuneralHomeErie.com to leave a condolence on Jim’s Tribute Page.
Posted online on August 15, 2026
Published in Erie Times-News