James F. Shallow, Sr., age 79, of Broomall, PA, formerly of Upper Darby, PA, passed away on January 20, 2019.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Frank Shallow, Sr. and Catherine Shallow (nee Cavanaugh).
James was a 1957 graduate of West Catholic Boys High School in Philadelphia, PA.
He was employed for the State of Pennsylvania in the Welfare Department.
James was a 32 year member of the Quaker City String Band.
He attended every sporting event or activity that his grandchildren were a participant.
He was an avid Philadelphia sports fan.
James is survived by his beloved wife, Madeleine Shallow (nee Marryat), his loving children Katie Coneys (John), Jimmy Shallow (Natalie), Claire Shallow, Tom Shallow (Kathy), Michael Shallow (Monique) and Joe Shallow (Jennifer), his grandchildren Kerri, Matthew, Emily, Meghan, Christopher, Katie, Samantha, Mia, Maggie, Alexandra, Emma, William, Gina, Zachary, Meredith, James and Jake.
Also survived by his brother, Frank Shallow, Jr., his brother-in-law, Mike Marryat and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Thursday 6:00-9:00 PM and Friday 9:00-10:00 AM The Donohue Funeral Home, 8401 West Chester Pike (cor. Lynn Blvd.), Upper Darby, PA (610) 449-0300 and to his Funeral Mass 10:30 AM St. Dorothy Church, 4910 Township Line Road, Drexel Hill, PA.
Interment SS Peter and Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, c/o The Audiology Department, 34th & Civic Center Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19104 would be appreciated.
Visitation
Friday, January 25, 2019 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Donohue Funeral Homes Inc.
8401 West Chester Pike
Upper Darby 19082, United States