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James S. “Jim” Abram, 99, of Mifflintown, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, at Geisinger- Lewistown Hospital.
Born on April 26, 1927, in Cresson, Cambria County, he was a son of the late James W. and Winifred (Stewart) Abram.
Jim's beloved wife of 70 years, Norma I. (Stitt) Abram, whom he married June 13, 1953, passed away on March 3, 2024.
He is survived by their four children: Susan L. Carbaugh of Newburg; Winifred “Wendy” C. Holtry and her friend, John Herritt, of Shippensburg; Timothy J. Abram and his wife, Ruby, of Palm Coast, Florida; and Jeffrey S. Abram and his wife, Joy, of Mifflintown.
He is also survived by ten grandchildren: Jason Carbaugh, Anthony Carbaugh, James Carbaugh, Taylor Abram, Jenell Bakey, Richard Abram, Michael Holtry, Jordan McElhose, Jessen Abram, and Joslyn Abram; thirteen great-grandchildren: Hailey, Hunter, Abby, Asha, Maci, Jaidyn, Rylee, Maya, Jonas, Quinn, Thea, Norah, and Molly; and eight great-great-grandchildren: Laila, Ethan, Liam, Emma, Aria, Marina, James VI, and Cash.
Jim also has two brothers surviving, the Rev. H. Emerson Abram of South Bend, Indiana and John L. Abram and his wife, Denise, of Mifflintown.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his son-in-law, William Carbaugh.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy from March 1945 to August 1946, serving on the U.S.S. San Clemente in the South Pacific.
Jim graduated from St. Francis College in Loretta in 1950 with a degree in biology. He continued his education at the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science, graduating in 1954 as a registered pharmacist. Following graduation, he worked as a pharmacist and managed Rea and Derick in Lewistown from 1954 to 1963. In 1963, he and Robert C. Watkins became co-owners of Mifflintown Pharmacy in Mifflintown where he was a pharmacist until he retired in 1992. After retiring, he continued to do relief work as a pharmacist for Lewistown Hospital TLC Pharmacy in Belleville, Beward Drugstore in Mifflintown, and Susquehanna Drug Co. in Mifflinburg.
A devoted member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Jim served as a Sunday school teacher, sang in the church choir and held leadership roles on numerous church committees. His faith and commitment to his church were important parts of his life.
He enjoyed refinishing furniture and gardening, especially tending his roses and was a life member of VFW #1856 in Hastings.
Jim also had a lifelong love of music and was an accomplished clarinetist who generously shared his talents with the community. He played clarinet in local community bands and orchestras, sang with barbershop quartets, and lent his voice to his church choir and various community choirs. Music was not only a personal passion but also a way for him to connect with others and enrich the lives of those around him.
Above all, Jim was a devoted family man and an enthusiastic supporter of his children and grandchildren. He faithfully attended their sporting events, cheered them on from the sidelines and took great pride in celebrating their musical accomplishments. His love of family, music, faith, and community remained enduring themes throughout his life.
There will be a viewing beginning at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 26 at Guss Funeral Home, Inc., 20 S. Third St., Mifflintown, followed by his funeral service at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Jonathan Morningstar officiating. Interment will be in Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, Mifflintown where full military honors will be accorded by the Juniata County Veterans Council.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 109 N. Third St., Mifflintown, PA 17059.
Guss Funeral Home, Inc. is assisting the family. Condolences may be left at www.gussfh.com.