James E. Pernice
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James E. Pernice, 79, passed away July 9, 2022, at his home in Goshen. He was born June 24, 1943, in Brooklyn, New York to Daniel & Virginia (Wooddell) Pernice.
On March 23, 1974, he married Letitia "Ann" McEwan; she survives along with 5 children, Daniel Pernice, James (Paula) Pernice, Christopher Pernice, Nicholas Pernice, Amanda (Michael) Pernice Snyder, and an "adopted daughter", Rochelle Benveniste.
Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, Reanna, Nicholas (Gabby), Makayla, Austin, Michael, Shayna, Paiton, Brittany, Alayna, Christopher, Leigha, and 1 great-granddaughter, Iris Jean.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Mary Lou Juliano.
James proudly served his country for 24 years retiring as a Senior Chief Petty Officer in 1991. He enjoyed painting, building model ships and trains, doing puzzles, flying remote control airplanes, watching funny car races, hunting, and often worked with his hands building many motorcycles and cars.
Per his wishes cremation will take place and a private celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date.
Elkhart Cremation Services has been entrusted with the arrangements.