| Date of Birth | April 22, 1960 |
| Passed Away | April 21, 2015 |
| Place of Residence | Canaseraga |
| Home State | N.Y. |
| Service Date | April 26, 2015 |
| Service Time | 3 p.m. |
| Service Location | Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc. |
JAMES D. BOTTOMLEY
CANASERAGA-James D. Bottomley, 54, of Coombs Road, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday (April 21, 2015) at St. James Mercy Hospital in Hornell.
Born in Hornell on April 22, 1960, he was a son of Frank B. Bottomley, who predeceased him on March 22, 2014 and Phyllis Beard Bottomley, who survives. On Sept. 12, 2009 he was married in Canaseraga to the former Sandra L. McDowell, who also survives.
A graduate of Hornell High School, class of 1979 he received his associate’s degree from the Wellsville Campus of Alfred State College where he studied Electrical Trade Services.
Jim was employed by Kodak in Rochester and M-K in Hornell before he began his 30 year career with Steuben Gas Storage, which he was instrumental in establishing, and was presently a Superintendent with its predecessor, Arlington Storage at Crestwood.
He was a car enthusiast and was very proud owner of 1976 Chevrolet Camaro LT. Jim always seemed to be in the process of either repairing or building something and enjoyed camping, annual trips to Jamaica. He especially enjoyed family events and spending time with his children and grandchildren, who affectionately called him “Grandpa Jim Jimâ€.
His loving family includes his wife of five years, Sandy; his mother, Phyllis of Hornell; his two children, Jesse (Kaitlyn) Bottomley and Ashley (Larry) Fink all of Hornell; his two stepsons, Robert (Sarah) Acome of Derry, N.H. and Joseph Warren of Pennellville; his two granddaughters, Ayrianna and Alice Bottomley; his sister, Lois Davis of Rochester; also his niece, Chelsea Davis and nephew, Zachary Davis.
The Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc. in Hornell is honored to serve the family of James D. Bottomley.
Calling hours are 1-3 p.m. today (Sunday) at the Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc., 285 Main St., Hornell where a funeral service will be held in his memory following calling hours at 3 p.m. today (Sunday) with Deacon Robert McCormick officiating.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute in his memory to the Shut Up and Shoot Benefit for Jay Shultz for ALS, in care of Joanna Dyer, 800 Robinson Road, Owego, N.Y. 13827. Envelopes for memorial contributions will be available at the funeral home.
I would like to pass along my deepest sorrow for your loss. I have worked with Jim over the years usually on an annual basis and always looked forward to our visits and discussions. I certainly appreciated those moments and will sincerely miss our dialog and freindship.
Sincerly,
John Bigler
Bradford, Pa.
Jim,
Lived life period.
He always had a method of making levity a stressful situation making it easier for everyone. There were many great times through the years with Jim from boating, swimming, socializing and even working. A person that you could work with and depend on to get a job done, something unique and valuable in life.
A MacGyver, jack of all trades that could make things work with next to nothing for parts, for those not familiar with that TV show. Jim made a tennis ball thrower out of soda cans, worked on a classic car that he took to car shows and built a massive pool deck for a swimming pool in his spare time.
Living a full and fulfilled life with kids and grandkids, Jim thoroughly enjoyed every aspect. Jim Bottomley will certainly be missed.
Your cousin and friend,
Dave
Laura(bottomley)and I loved Jim. He was a wonderful young man, and we shall remember him as a treasure always. Guido And Laura Rotella
I remember many times when we were younger. We played a lot at the house in Lime, went for ice cream in Hornell and Jim, David and I would ski after a good long afternoon digging. It was fun listening to Uncle Frank tell stories to Dan and Ken while we all sat around the camp fire.
I am so sorry about your loss…..you are all in my prayers and thoughts.. I have so many special memories of Jimmy..And it was a blessing to have known him. May God comfort you in these next few days, and may memories bring a smile. Love and hugs
Sandy and Kids,
So very sorry for your loss. Jim was a great guy and a good freind to Steve. They had many great times together at work and outside of work. Heaven gained another one too early. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Karen Barker