James Edward Blakley, 66, returned to his heavenly father on Sunday, April 15, 2018. He was a Truck Driver for UPS. James was a mason with the Parkland Lodge 638 and he was strong and devoted supporter of the Mill Creek VFW Post 5421. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Blakley; Daughter, Angela Maire Blakley; and nephews, Douglas Carpenter and Travis Steiger. He is survived by his son, James C. Blakley; Sisters, Cheryl Rogers (David), Linda Rickert, Theresa Steiger (Rob), Pamela Cox (Mike); 3-Grandchildren and 4- Great Grandchildren; His funeral service will be held at 11am on Saturday at the Advantage Funeral Home – Hardy Chapel, with burial following in Bethany Memorial Cemetery. His visitation will be held on Friday from 2-8pm at the funeral home.