James A. Balentine
James A. Balentine 71, of Coatesville passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024, at his home with his wife by his side. He was the beloved husband of Sharon Colvin.
Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Charles W. Balentine and Alice Kristman Balentine.
James proudly served 20 years in the United States Navy from 1972 to 1992. Throughout his distinguished career he served on board several U.S. Navy Ships including the USS Deluth LPD-6, USS Moosbrugger DD 980, USS John King DDG 3, USS Forrestal CV 59, USS Kitty Hawk CV 63, and retired from the Navy Sept 30, 1992, on board the USS Wisconsin BB 64, demonstrating unwavering commitment and resilience in the face of challenges. Then upon retiring from the Navy, he worked 27 years for Chester County Parks and Facilities. Many people knew him as Farmer Jim, at Springton Manor Farm. He had a passion for working with farm animals and hosting school events with the children, educating them on all the farm animals at Springton Manor Farm. During his 27 year commitment to the Chester County Parks, Jim has made many friends and will be missed by all of them.
Jim also enjoyed watching football and doing a football pool every week with his wife and grandson (Sammy) during the football season.
He is survived in addition to his wife by three children, Lori Balentine of Wayne County, Ohio, Samantha Clark and husband Richard of Wilmington, Delaware, and Shannon Tracy of Dorothy, New Jersey. Three grandchildren Logan Clark, Samuel Clark, and Karmen J. Hensell. A sister, Cheryl Sweeny and husband Glen of Chase City, Virginia. James was preceded in death by his brother Charles W. Balentine Jr.
A memorial service will be held on October 19th, 2024, at 11:00AM with a time of visitation from 10:00AM till the service at the Maclean- Chamberlain Funeral Home 339 West Kings Hwy, Coatesville, PA 19326. Friends and family are invited to celebrate his remarkable life and legacy.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation in James’s name, to the Special Olympics.