He was born in Lewiston on October 17, 1957 a son of Joseph G.A. and Muriel M. (Cloutier) Pelletier.
Jim was educated in Lewiston and Lisbon schools.
He was employed for many years as a taxi driver in the Lewiston area and prior to this he was employed with Knapp Shoe Co.
Jim was a communicant of Parish of the Holy Savior and Holy Family Catholic Church.
He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles # 1248 in Rumford, the Beacon House, and the Pine Street Club.
Jim enjoyed listening to music, watching wrestling, and playing pool.
Surviving are his wife Susan Pelletier of Lewiston; a sister Paula Marie Libby of Lewiston; five brothers, John Pelletier and wife Jolene of Lewiston, Michael Pelletier and wife Doris of Auburn, Robert Pelletier, and Joseph G.A. Pelletier, Jr. both of Lisbon, and Daniel Pelletier and wife Judy of Lewiston; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents and a brother David Pelletier.
If so desired contributions in Jim’s memory may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Assn. of Maine 39 Mechanic St. Suite 100 Westbrook, ME 04092.