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James Joseph Razler 1934 - 2024

James Joseph Razler was born on June 15, 1934 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania United States to Bruno Razler and Helen (Fizur) Razler, and had siblings Joseph Francis Razler, Margaret Bertha McElwee, Philip Joseph Razler, Gerald Joseph Razler, Bernard Joseph Razler, John Joseph Razler, Teresa Carol Razler, Regina Jean Razler, and Patricia Helen Razler. He married Eleanor (Beshel) Razler on June 27, 1959 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, PA, and they were married until Eleanor's death on February 20, 2016 in Philadelphia. He had children Joanne Marie Cribbs, Kathleen Marie Kronenbitter, Robert James Razler, and Barbara Anne Welsh. James Razler died at age 90 years old on November 16, 2024 in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, PA, and was buried Got buried at a much later date.

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    It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of James J. Razler of Philadelphia,Pennsylvania who left this life peacefully on November 16,2024. He was a man of unshakable faith and love of God,with a gentle,kind yet humble demeanor that touched the live of all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife,Eleanor (Beshel) Razler. He was also survived by his four children: Joanne Cribbs,Kathleen (Steve) Kronenbitter,Robert (Kelly) Razler and Barbara (Tom) Welsh. He was a devoted Pop-Pop and is survived by his eight loving grandchildren: Jennifer,Brian,Samantha (Josh),Thomas,Jamie,Valerie,Timothy and Rachel. He was born in Port Richmond on June 15,1934,the ninth of ten children born to the late Helen (Fizur) and Bruno Razler. He was a proud graduate of Northeast Catholic High School Class of 1954. He served honorably in the Army from 1957 to 1959 and upon discharge worked several jobs before settling his career as a United States Letter Carrier. He often told tales of the customers he served,and enjoyed meeting and talking to the folks on his route during the course of the day. He was able to enjoy an early retirement in 1989 at the age of 55. He looked forward to his weekly outings amongst his in-laws as a team member of the Humps bowling team at Point-No-Point. He loved being a part of such large extended families,with endless parties,gatherings and celebrations being part of the role. He was warmly welcomed as a favorite brother-in-law and uncle to many. He often speckled his conversations with some of his favorite euphemisms: "For Crying Out Loud, "Judas Priest", "Fair To Middlin'" and "Clear the Deck,Trash over the fantail-Dive! Dive! Dive! being some of his most well-loved sayings. He was an avid sports fan who especially enjoyed rooting for the Eagles and Phillies. Game night was always enjoyable with many a night spent as a key Pinochle Player or being the clutch team player in Trivial Pursuit with his encylopedic knowledge of geography and history. Upon his retirement,he treasured above all spending time with the love of his life,Eleanor. They notably enjoyed as many jaunts as they could soak up the breezes of the ocean and test their luck at the slots in Atlantic City. He was indeed the slot king as he loved hitting all the different casinos and flitting gleefully from machine to machine hoping Lady Luck would be on his side and that Big Playoff would make its way to him. Vacationing with his children and grandchildren was also a treasured activity. Wildwood,Hilton Head and the Carolinas were some of his favorite destinations. He particularly enjoyed relaxing on the beach,taking a dip amongst the waves or building sand castles with his children,then later in life with his adored grandchildren. You often heard him humming a tune,with "You are so Beautiful" being one of his favorites in homage to his lovely wife and sweetheart,whom he lovingly called Ellie. Pleasant memories too numerous to count personified the image of a man who loved fully in life and positively impacted the live of so many. He will be greatly missed. His Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday,November 23rd at St. Bede the Venerable Church,1071 Holland Rd.,in Holland PA. Visitation will take place from 10-11 A.M.,immediately followed by his funeral mass. In Lieu of Flowers,the family respectfully requests donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association by clicking on the link below. Interment will take place privately at a later date. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of James J. Razler,please visit our flower store. Make a donation to Alzheimer's Association-National Office in memory of James J. Razler.
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In 1934, in the year that James Joseph Razler was born, on July 22nd, gangster John Dillinger was killed in Chicago. His gang had robbed banks and police stations, among other charges, and he was being hunted by J. Edgar Hoover, head of the FBI - although many in the public saw him as a "Robin Hood". A madam from a brothel in which he was hiding became an informer for the FBI and, after a shootout with FBI agents, Dillinger was shot and died.
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In 1950, by the time he was 16 years old, on June 25th, the Korean War began when North Korean Communist forces crossed the 38th parallel. The Soviet Union and China backed North Korea and the U.N., primarily the United States backed South Korea.
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Razler, Pauline (Sep 20, 1893 - Dec 1987) Razler, Irving (Jan 13, 1902 - Dec 26, 1988) Razler, Janet (Feb 21, 1913 - Jan 25, 1993) Razler, Eugene (Feb 9, 1899 - Sep 1966) Razler, Norma (May 8, 1939 - Apr 7, 2007) Razler, Rose (Jul 13, 1903 - Jan 5, 1992) Razler, Sheldon (Oct 9, 1930 - Aug 11, 1997) Razler, Louis (Apr 2, 1911 - Jun 25, 2004) Razler, Rose (Jul 12, 1913 - Apr 24, 1996) Razler, Louis (Apr 2, 1911 - Jun 25, 2004)
Razler, George (Dec 18, 1909 - Mar 13, 1988) Razler, Josephine (Feb 14, 1902 - Jul 24, 1989) Razler, Henry (Nov 15, 1912 - Jun 1987) Razler, Edward (May 17, 1919 - May 30, 2009) Razler, Magdeliene (Jan 4, 1922 - Dec 1991) Razler, George (Jun 21, 1922 - Oct 5, 2005) Razler, Kathryn (Oct 1, 1933 - Jun 1971) Razler, Anne (Apr 23, 1926 - Sep 1, 2008) Razler, Ethel (Feb 15, 1914 - Apr 1, 2005) Razler, Mary (Sep 22, 1891 - Jun 1984)
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