James Casey Kan Jr.
James Casey Kan, Jr., 26, a loving son, brother, uncle, and friend to all, of 272 Chapel Fork Road, Marshburg, passed away Saturday, March 18, 2017.
Born October 5, 1990 in Buffalo, he was a son of James Casey and Middalia (Rivera) Kan, Sr.
He was a 2009 graduate of Bradford High School where he excelled in wrestling, football, and choir. He was a Boy Scout and a member of Future Farmers of America.
James attended Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church and was a former Alter Server.
He enjoyed motorcycle riding, dirt bike riding, four wheeling, boating and kayaking. His greatest joy was being outdoors. He loved to fish, hunt, shoot archery, camp, spend time with his dogs, (Sinda and Boy), and hunting coyotes. James loved to travel to new places, all you had to do is ask, and he was on the road with family or friends.
He was a member of the Bradford Gun Club, the Eagles, and the Mosquito Creek Sportman's Club.
James worked as a water truck driver for Kan's Water Hauling a family owned business.
Surviving in addition to his parents, are two sisters, Kaitlyn Kan, of Lewis Run; Nichole Kan, of Rochester, NY, one niece Kyla Kan of Lewis Run, his girlfriend Ashleigh White with whom he resided, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Ralph and Confesora Rivera and his paternal grandparents James and Patricia Kan.
Family will be receiving friends on Wednesday March 22, 2017, from 3-5pm & 7-9pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. 33 South Ave., where a prayer service will be held Thursday, at 9:15am, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am in Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church in Lewis Run, with Rev. Vincent Cieslewicz, Pastor of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church in Smethport, as Celebrant. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
All Condolences -
Dear Kaitlyn, Nichole, Ashleigh, and family, I''m very sorry to hear of your loss. James will leave an unfillable spot in our hearts and yours, but hold on to Jesus and run to Him now. Our God is great and able to see you through the darkness. With love and prayers.
— Jeff Weiss
Casey & Middalia, so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
— Robert Bly
We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in family and friends (Proverbs 17:17). For additonal strength, may you find it in God who cares for you (1 Peter 5:7). Please accept our deepest condolences.
— The Cole Family
So sorry for your loss. My heart is breaking for your family at this very difficult time. I''m sending prayers to help your family through this.
— Angela Johnston
You sure knew how to make anyone laugh Jim! I''ll never forget all the memories! Love ya man! Rest easy..
— Anthony Sprague
We are saddened to hear of your sudden loss. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
— Jerry & Rebecca Gorrell
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts break for the entire family. Jess,Kell and Hanna loved Jimmy very much. He will be dearly missed.
— Craig and Kathy Giovanetti
I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was always wearing a smile. He will certainly be missed.
— Brian Vecellio
Our sincere condolences to the Kan family for your loss. Jimmy had such a big heart and would do anything for anyone. He was a good true friend to our son Patrick and he will be missed. May the Lord look after your family and give you strength to get through this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
-Don & Maureen Perschke
— Don & Maureen Perschke
Casey and family, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
— Jamey Gifford
Sorry for y''alls loss. I have lots of good memories growing up with him and the girls. Miss ya bubba
— Preston Elmore
Sorry for your loss everyone will miss Jimmy alot.
— Richard Cedar
Sorry for y''alls loss. I have lots of good memories growing up with him and the girls. Miss ya bubba
— Preston Elmore
Jim and Middalia, sorry for your loss. Mere words will never heal the wound to your hearts. Prayers to you and your family.
— Tom Eddy
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR FAMILY.GOD WORKS IN STRANG WAYS BUT IT TAKES TIME TO UNDERSTAND WHY.
— FRITZ ,MARY WALDECK
We are so sorry for your loss!
Jimmy was truly a good guy. Austin really enjoyed his friendship especially during their years in wrestling. Jimmy had a positive impact on others & will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
— Reams Family
We know your pain in the loss of a child. Keeping you and your family in our prayers and thoughts. If you need anything or need to talk please contact us.
— Steve and Polly Dehner
To Casey and family. So very sorry for your loss. Surely James will be missed greatly.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and may God bless.
— Larry Fox Suzie Fox
We''re so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
— Cheryl and Jim lapallo
So very sorry for your loss. Keeping the Kan family in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
— The Covert Family
So very sorry for your loss.
— Teresa Matsko
So sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes you to you and your familu
— Denise Tanner (Trumbull)
Can not imagine your sorrow I am praying for you Nikki and your family. Julena
— Julena
My heart breaks for you and my thoughts are with you
— Valerie Hollister
My heart breaks for you and my thoughts are with you
— Valerie Hollister
My daughter went to school with him and always had such nice things to say about him. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, RIP my friend
— Kathy and Brittany Mitchell
Casey and Middalia, Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. There are simply not enough words in this universe to describe our sympathy and support for you. Know that we are sending you love, strength , and prayers to get you through these coming days. May God wrap his arms around all of you and carry you through. Much Love,
— Cub and Tracy
Blessings and Prayers for The Kan family.
May the Lord wrap you gently in his arms and comfort you and your family till you all can be together again.
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So very sorry for your loss.
— Teresa Matsko
I''m so very sorry for your loss. Jimmy was an outstanding man. His smile was amazing he''d could brighten the darkest days. His heart so big full of love, care, and happiness. He will never be forgotten. Our memories of Jimmy will never fade, for myself some of the best times I''ve had were with him. He was truely an inspiration, if only others could be more loving and caring like he was. May he rest in peace.
— Stephanie Barr
My condolences to the Kan family I went to school with Jimmy he was a great guy always making everyone around him happy with that infectious smile he will be greatly missed
— Alli B
Kan Family
I am so so sorry to hear of Jim''s passing. My thoughts are with you all big time.
— Kate Carry
So sorry to hear this sad news! Please know we are thinking of you all during this difficult time! May your memories of him help you keep him alive in your hearts! Sincerely,
Kevin & Cindy Keane
— Kevin & Cindy Keane
Sending thoughts and prayers to the Kan family. Truly one of the nicest families I''ve ever met. May God give you the strength to get through each day.
— Kristen Green
I hope the amazing memories of Jimmy are able to offer you all some comfort in this more than difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Sara and Jeremiah Karrasch
May your memories comfort you at this time of sorrow. We are praying for you
— Peterson Family
Rest easy Jimmy we will miss you!
— Tiff & Chris Horton
Jack here Jimmy was one of the "Good Guys." My long time Buddy. I''m so glad I''ve been seeing him often lately and had a lot of fun laughing. "Rest in Peace, my Friend."
— Jack & Bev Gorton
My boys wrestled with Jimmy when they were younger and I always remember the smile he had on his face. Such a nice young man. My heart goes out to the family.
— Sabrina Webster
My boys wrestled with Jimmy when they were younger and I always remember the smile he had on his face. Such a nice young man. My heart goes out to the family.
— Sabrina Webster
Sending my deepest and most sincere condolences to the Kan family. So sorry you have to experience this kind of pain. I never met Jimmy, but he was a great friend to my sister Ali and from what I can tell- a great friend to many.
— Kayte Larose
Very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
— Greg and Heidi
I''m so sorry for your loss the world lost a great man his smile and his kindness will never be forgotten. Fly high James you will forever be in our hearts
— Michelle shembeda wedge
I offer the Kan family my sincere condolences for your lost in here for you sis and the family if you all need any thing my prayers are with you
— Tina Linton
Soo sorry for ur loss I did not know any of Yas but my daughter did. Prayers for all my heart goes out to all
— Robin brewer
We send our Prayers And Thoughts to the Kan Family and Friends during this Difficult Time....love you
— Zane and Kristie Fox-Tyler
Casey & Middalia
So sorry for your loss. May our loving Lord give you the strength to get through this difficult time. Always in my prayer. Wandie
— Wanda
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. Your family will be in my prayers for peace and comfort during this time.
— Sandra Shields Lathrop
We are so very sorry for your loss. Words cannot express how we feel. You are all in our thoughts and Prayers at this difficult time in your life. R.I.P Jimmy!
— Pat & Randy Eschrich and family
Prayers and hugs to all at this difficult time!
— Nikki
So sorry for your loss.
— Ken Howard
Prayers for your family. I am so very sorry for the loss of this fine young man.
— Marsha calderwood
May your memories comfort you at this time of sorrow. We are praying for you
— Peterson Family
Very sorry to hear this. My prayers and thoughts are with the family...
— Jim McKinney
James was a good friend always made me laugh. He will be missed dearly. I''m sorry for your families loss.
— Blake Downer
Rest in Peace Jimmy
— David Grady
Even though I barely knew James there was always something very sincere about him. Like he was actually happy to see me and say hello versus just doing it because it''s the social norm. His smile will be missed by many. My condolences to the Kan family.
— Anthony Cavallaro
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!
— Teresa Pankey
I''m so very sorry for your loss. I am praying for you all - family and friends.
— Rebekah Cramer