James Bruce Paisley

Jim Paisley passed away at Langley Lodge on Friday, June 7, 2019 at the age of 87 years. James Bruce Paisley was born August 21, 1931 in Grandview, Manitoba. Jim was the son of George and Isabella Paisley(nee Dingwall) and is predeceased by brothers Earl and Dale and sister, Betty Storey. He received his education at Tamarisk School. Jim met Eleanor Erven while she was studying to become a Registered Nurse in Dauphin, Manitoba. Jim and Eleanor were married on July 6, 1957 and farmed near Grandview, Manitoba. Jim is survived by his wife of over 61 years, Eleanor and his 3 children; Brenda (Darrell), Bob (Margie) and Dave (Teresa) His surviving grandchildren are Tracy, Stephen and Meagan. Jim was predeceased by his youngest granddaughter, Melaina, in 2018. Jim, spent many hours hunting and square dancing. In his younger days he loved to fly his airplane, play baseball and enjoyed travelling with his sons to hockey games. Jim loved animals, playing cards and living in the country. Jim was an active member of the Masons Lodge for many years. After retirement in 2010, Jim and Eleanor moved into the town of Grandview, Manitoba where they lived for seven years. They later relocated to Langley, BC to live closer to their children. Jim had a great sense of humour and many friends. He said he had a good life with no regrets. He will be missed by all his loving family.