TILTON – James Edward Vila, 71, of Dunlop Drive, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 9, 2020.
James was born May 27, 1948, in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, to the late Alan Parry and Jeannette (McVicar) Vila.
James worked for The State of New Hampshire until his retirement. He enjoyed reading, learning about history, and spending time with his family.
James is survived by his wife of 38 years, Tanya-Kay (Landry) Vila; a daughter, Catherine Rand her husband, Michael and their daughter, Cassidy, all of NH; two step-daughters, Tracy Karpowicz and her husband, Michael, and Kerri Messinger both of NJ; a brother, John Vila of NY; three sisters, Mary Shaw of CA, Elizabeth Rogan of GA, and Anne Jacobs of WI; four nieces and four nephews. In addition to his parents, James was predeceased by a sister, Helen Vila.
There will be no calling hours.
A Graveside Service will be held at a later date in Mountain View Cemetery, Clinton Township, NJ.
For those who wish, memorial donations may be made in James’ name to the New Hampshire Humane Society, PO Box 572, Laconia, NH 03247.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia NH is assisting the family with the arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.