James Edward Loy

James Edward Loy, 75, of Loysville Pennsylvania, passed away on May 20, 2025. Born on April 11, 1950, he was a graduate of West Perry High School in 1968 and was a lifelong member of Centre Presbyterian Church. Jim was hard-working, dedicated, and a talented craftsman. Jim grew up on the family dairy farm and after graduation began working for his uncle, Mort Loy, in construction around Perry County. Then, on June 26, 1976, Jim married Sue Neely, and they began their life’s journey together with a move to Pitman, NJ. Jim spent 33 years working as a Pipeliner and Welder starting at Woodbury station in New Jersey with Sohio Pipeline and BP Pipeline then finishing his career at Buckeye Pipeline at Booth station in Pennsylvania. Throughout these years he made a lot of great friends and memories. He always was willing to lend a hand and complete a job while making friends and having a little fun. This positive attitude towards work and life is something he shared with his children. Despite his many responsibilities, he always made time for his family. Jim and his special smile will be missed by his wife, children, and grandchildren. After Jim retired, he moved with Sue to Loysville, PA where they grew up. Sue and Jim traveled out West and on multiple bus trips. They also went on family vacations with Brian and Emily and frequently visited their children and grandchildren. Jim's hobbies and interests helped define who he was. He enjoyed woodworking, golfing, and hunting, often spending his weekends calling in a gobbler or searching for a golf ball in the rough. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Sue (Neely) and sister Pat (Barnes) Millerstown and two children: Brian Loy (Elisabeth) of Fleetwood PA. and Emily (Loy) Bowen-Ashwin (Mike) of Pitman NJ; four grandchildren: Travis and Wylie Loy and Jake and Riley Bowen-Ashwin. In addition to his parents, Dean and Martha, Jim is preceded in death by his brother, Robert Loy. Memorial services for Jim will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Centre Presbyterian Church of Loysville; 3912 Freeman Hollow Rd. Loysville PA. Visitation will be at 10:00AM followed by the Memorial Service at 11:00AM. Memorial donations may be made to either: Centre Presbyterian Church, 3912 Freeman Hollow Road, Loysville, PA 17047 Neighbor Helping Neighbor Food Bank, 300A S Carlisle Street, New Bloomfield, PA 17068 Arrangements entrusted to Boyer Family Funeral Home, Inc. We find comfort in knowing that Jim's legacy lives on through the lessons he taught us, the love he shared, and the memories we will cherish forever.

James Edward Loy

April 11, 1950 - May 20, 2025