James L. Layman of Tabernacle, NJ passed away May 6, 2019 at the Hospital of the University of Penn in Philadelphia, PA after a battle with lymphoma. He was 69. Jim was raised in Hainesport, NJ and had been a longtime resident of Delanco, NJ before moving to Tabernacle 15 years ago. He was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the US Army. Jim worked in many roles during his 47 years with Hoeganaes Corporation, traveling extensively in later years to help establish locations throughout Europe and Asia. In his retirement, he enjoyed gardening, working in his yard, and going to his grandson’s hockey games.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years Sharon (née Parker); two sons: Kevin M. Layman (Sherry) and Sean P. Layman; his grandchildren: Nathaniel Layman, Melanie Valente (Justyn) and James Kornacki (Kim); and three siblings: Steve Layman (Mary Fran), Dave Layman (Muriel) and Marylou Layman. Jim is also survived by many adored nephews, nieces, great nephews and great nieces.
A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday May 14th at 11AM at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 910 Marne Highway, Hainesport, NJ. Relatives and Friends may visit with the family Tuesday morning from 10-11AM at the church. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Jim to The Food Bank of South Jersey (foodbanksj.org). Email condolences to the family at leefuneralservice.com. Arrangements were made with Ed Kaelin III at the Lee Funeral Home, Mt. Holly.