September 9, 2008
James Allen "Jim" Pascoe
James Allen "Jim" Pascoe died peacefully on Friday September 7 at Our Lady of Peace. He was born in Niagara Falls October 24, 1928, son of Rose and Joseph Pascoe. Mr. Pascoe was predeceased by his wife of 40 years, Virginia ("Ginger") Pascoe, nee DiCamillo, the love of his life. He was the brother of the late Robert Pascoe, Margaret Cunningham, Lucille Blinco, and Marvin Pascoe and is survived by Thomas and Paul "Barry" Pascoe. He was the beloved father of six: Kathleen Fischbein, Karen, David, and John Harold Pascoe, all of the Niagara Area, Joseph of LasVegas, NV, and James Allen Jr. of Tucson, AZ. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Jim's entrepreneurial spirit was evident early: at age 12, during the Great Depression, he had several paper routes with a team of other boys on a payroll delivering them. He graduated with honors from Trott Vocational High School at 16 and was foreman of an electric shop by 18. In 1952, he bought a corner lot on Military Road and established Delta Electric, which in 1959 became AAA Delta Tool Rental. Mr. Pascoe was President of The American Rental Association from 1960 -1962. Delta was a family business for more than 50 years, its longevity due to Pascoe's ability to adapt to changing times. In 1972, Mr. Pascoe graduated summa cum laude from NCCC with a degree in Business Administration. He was a self-made man who believed and embodied the American dream – that with hard work, determination and a little bit of luck, one can achieve anything. Mr. Pascoe's civic accomplishments included helping launch The Niagara County BOCES Apprenticeship for Small Engines Program and contributing key resources and equipment to initiate the first Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls. He was a charter member of the Town of Niagara Lions Club and NW Boosters, and had been a president of the Town of Niagara Businessmen's Association. He was an expert snow skier and a Canadian National Champion water skier, most notably for his tricks on skis and being the first to take a kite aloft from a water start on the Lower Niagara River. He organized and presided over many of the Neptune Ski Club's shows, and was a tireless water-ski instructor, especially to young people. Mr. Pascoe was a locally renowned party and event host. He indulged his love for good food, wine and lively conversation with his wife and children often, and he truly enjoyed meeting new people and learning new things. Jim was instrumental in establishing ethnic cooking classes at NCCC and hosted regional wine tastings. Jim never felt the need to travel because, in his opinion, the whole world was in his backyard. He and his family explored and experienced Western New York and its many attractions and curiosities as thoroughly as any seasoned traveler would a foreign land.
Mr. Pascoe was known to be flambouyant and extravagant, but stories of his quiet generosity often came back to his family that would otherwise have gone unnoticed except for the grateful recipient. It was the bag of groceries he brought to a family down on their luck, the overdue rent he paid for a widow, flooded cellars pumped out, and countless "loans" with no expectation of repayment that revealed his character. He made a point of visiting the elderly and ill, and often brought his children along to teach them to remember others. He didn't just talk about tough problems; he took action. Jim bucked trends, defied statistics and did things differently. Admired or ridiculed, Jim was determined to live life his way. He always sided with "the little guy", and was quick to unveil hypocrisy, greed and pettiness. Jim would show a paperboy how to arrange his roll of cash as earnestly as he would explain the intricacies of two and four stroke combustion engines to a young apprentice, or impart hard-won insights with a fellow businessman. He loved to share his knowledge, and many benefitted from his great stores of information.
His selflessness was tested when his late wife was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, and Jim rose to the duty of caring for her, running his business and continuing to help raise their children with devotion and without complaint for years. He set about transforming their backyard into a garden for her enjoyment that brought her daily pleasure and drew admirers from far and wide. His horticultural acumen eventually led to admission into the Cornell Extension University Master Gardener's Program. He adored his children and made spending time and lavishing them with sincere praise and encouragement a top priority in his life. They will forever remember him lovingly and be proud of their father. Friends and family will miss a true maverik in their midst. The world was made better by his presence.
Mr. Pascoe's wish is that his remains be donated to The University of Buffalo School of Medicine. The family has arranged for a private memorial service and requests no calls, please.
James Allen "Jim" Pascoe
James Allen "Jim" Pascoe died peacefully on Friday September 7 at Our Lady of Peace. He was born in Niagara Falls October 24, 1928, son of Rose and Joseph Pascoe. Mr. Pascoe was predeceased by his wife of 40 years, Virginia ("Ginger") Pascoe, nee DiCamillo, the love of his life. He was the brother of the late Robert Pascoe, Margaret Cunningham, Lucille Blinco, and Marvin Pascoe and is survived by Thomas and Paul "Barry" Pascoe. He was the beloved father of six: Kathleen Fischbein, Karen, David, and John Harold Pascoe, all of the Niagara Area, Joseph of LasVegas, NV, and James Allen Jr. of Tucson, AZ. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Jim's entrepreneurial spirit was evident early: at age 12, during the Great Depression, he had several paper routes with a team of other boys on a payroll delivering them. He graduated with honors from Trott Vocational High School at 16 and was foreman of an electric shop by 18. In 1952, he bought a corner lot on Military Road and established Delta Electric, which in 1959 became AAA Delta Tool Rental. Mr. Pascoe was President of The American Rental Association from 1960 -1962. Delta was a family business for more than 50 years, its longevity due to Pascoe's ability to adapt to changing times. In 1972, Mr. Pascoe graduated summa cum laude from NCCC with a degree in Business Administration. He was a self-made man who believed and embodied the American dream – that with hard work, determination and a little bit of luck, one can achieve anything. Mr. Pascoe's civic accomplishments included helping launch The Niagara County BOCES Apprenticeship for Small Engines Program and contributing key resources and equipment to initiate the first Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls. He was a charter member of the Town of Niagara Lions Club and NW Boosters, and had been a president of the Town of Niagara Businessmen's Association. He was an expert snow skier and a Canadian National Champion water skier, most notably for his tricks on skis and being the first to take a kite aloft from a water start on the Lower Niagara River. He organized and presided over many of the Neptune Ski Club's shows, and was a tireless water-ski instructor, especially to young people. Mr. Pascoe was a locally renowned party and event host. He indulged his love for good food, wine and lively conversation with his wife and children often, and he truly enjoyed meeting new people and learning new things. Jim was instrumental in establishing ethnic cooking classes at NCCC and hosted regional wine tastings. Jim never felt the need to travel because, in his opinion, the whole world was in his backyard. He and his family explored and experienced Western New York and its many attractions and curiosities as thoroughly as any seasoned traveler would a foreign land.
Mr. Pascoe was known to be flambouyant and extravagant, but stories of his quiet generosity often came back to his family that would otherwise have gone unnoticed except for the grateful recipient. It was the bag of groceries he brought to a family down on their luck, the overdue rent he paid for a widow, flooded cellars pumped out, and countless "loans" with no expectation of repayment that revealed his character. He made a point of visiting the elderly and ill, and often brought his children along to teach them to remember others. He didn't just talk about tough problems; he took action. Jim bucked trends, defied statistics and did things differently. Admired or ridiculed, Jim was determined to live life his way. He always sided with "the little guy", and was quick to unveil hypocrisy, greed and pettiness. Jim would show a paperboy how to arrange his roll of cash as earnestly as he would explain the intricacies of two and four stroke combustion engines to a young apprentice, or impart hard-won insights with a fellow businessman. He loved to share his knowledge, and many benefitted from his great stores of information.
His selflessness was tested when his late wife was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, and Jim rose to the duty of caring for her, running his business and continuing to help raise their children with devotion and without complaint for years. He set about transforming their backyard into a garden for her enjoyment that brought her daily pleasure and drew admirers from far and wide. His horticultural acumen eventually led to admission into the Cornell Extension University Master Gardener's Program. He adored his children and made spending time and lavishing them with sincere praise and encouragement a top priority in his life. They will forever remember him lovingly and be proud of their father. Friends and family will miss a true maverik in their midst. The world was made better by his presence.
Mr. Pascoe's wish is that his remains be donated to The University of Buffalo School of Medicine. The family has arranged for a private memorial service and requests no calls, please.
September 9, 2008
James Allen "Jim" Pascoe
James Allen "Jim" Pascoe died peacefully on Friday September 7 at Our Lady of Peace. He was born in Niagara Falls October 24, 1928, son of Rose and Joseph Pascoe. Mr. Pascoe was predeceased by his wife of 40 years, Virginia ("Ginger") Pascoe, nee DiCamillo, the love of his life. He was the brother of the late Robert Pascoe, Margaret Cunningham, Lucille Blinco, and Marvin Pascoe and is survived by Thomas and Paul "Barry" Pascoe. He was the beloved father of six: Kathleen Fischbein, Karen, David, and John Harold Pascoe, all of the Niagara Area, Joseph of LasVegas, NV, and James Allen Jr. of Tucson, AZ. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Jim's entrepreneurial spirit was evident early: at age 12, during the Great Depression, he had several paper routes with a team of other boys on a payroll delivering them. He graduated with honors from Trott Vocational High School at 16 and was foreman of an electric shop by 18. In 1952, he bought a corner lot on Military Road and established Delta Electric, which in 1959 became AAA Delta Tool Rental. Mr. Pascoe was President of The American Rental Association from 1960 -1962. Delta was a family business for more than 50 years, its longevity due to Pascoe's ability to adapt to changing times. In 1972, Mr. Pascoe graduated summa cum laude from NCCC with a degree in Business Administration. He was a self-made man who believed and embodied the American dream – that with hard work, determination and a little bit of luck, one can achieve anything. Mr. Pascoe's civic accomplishments included helping launch The Niagara County BOCES Apprenticeship for Small Engines Program and contributing key resources and equipment to initiate the first Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls. He was a charter member of the Town of Niagara Lions Club and NW Boosters, and had been a president of the Town of Niagara Businessmen's Association. He was an expert snow skier and a Canadian National Champion water skier, most notably for his tricks on skis and being the first to take a kite aloft from a water start on the Lower Niagara River. He organized and presided over many of the Neptune Ski Club's shows, and was a tireless water-ski instructor, especially to young people. Mr. Pascoe was a locally renowned party and event host. He indulged his love for good food, wine and lively conversation with his wife and children often, and he truly enjoyed meeting new people and learning new things. Jim was instrumental in establishing ethnic cooking classes at NCCC and hosted regional wine tastings. Jim never felt the need to travel because, in his opinion, the whole world was in his backyard. He and his family explored and experienced Western New York and its many attractions and curiosities as thoroughly as any seasoned traveler would a foreign land.
Mr. Pascoe was known to be flambouyant and extravagant, but stories of his quiet generosity often came back to his family that would otherwise have gone unnoticed except for the grateful recipient. It was the bag of groceries he brought to a family down on their luck, the overdue rent he paid for a widow, flooded cellars pumped out, and countless "loans" with no expectation of repayment that revealed his character. He made a point of visiting the elderly and ill, and often brought his children along to teach them to remember others. He didn't just talk about tough problems; he took action. Jim bucked trends, defied statistics and did things differently. Admired or ridiculed, Jim was determined to live life his way. He always sided with "the little guy", and was quick to unveil hypocrisy, greed and pettiness. Jim would show a paperboy how to arrange his roll of cash as earnestly as he would explain the intricacies of two and four stroke combustion engines to a young apprentice, or impart hard-won insights with a fellow businessman. He loved to share his knowledge, and many benefitted from his great stores of information.
His selflessness was tested when his late wife was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, and Jim rose to the duty of caring for her, running his business and continuing to help raise their children with devotion and without complaint for years. He set about transforming their backyard into a garden for her enjoyment that brought her daily pleasure and drew admirers from far and wide. His horticultural acumen eventually led to admission into the Cornell Extension University Master Gardener's Program. He adored his children and made spending time and lavishing them with sincere praise and encouragement a top priority in his life. They will forever remember him lovingly and be proud of their father. Friends and family will miss a true maverik in their midst. The world was made better by his presence.
Mr. Pascoe's wish is that his remains be donated to The University of Buffalo School of Medicine. The family has arranged for a private memorial service and requests no calls, please.
James Allen "Jim" Pascoe
James Allen "Jim" Pascoe died peacefully on Friday September 7 at Our Lady of Peace. He was born in Niagara Falls October 24, 1928, son of Rose and Joseph Pascoe. Mr. Pascoe was predeceased by his wife of 40 years, Virginia ("Ginger") Pascoe, nee DiCamillo, the love of his life. He was the brother of the late Robert Pascoe, Margaret Cunningham, Lucille Blinco, and Marvin Pascoe and is survived by Thomas and Paul "Barry" Pascoe. He was the beloved father of six: Kathleen Fischbein, Karen, David, and John Harold Pascoe, all of the Niagara Area, Joseph of LasVegas, NV, and James Allen Jr. of Tucson, AZ. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Jim's entrepreneurial spirit was evident early: at age 12, during the Great Depression, he had several paper routes with a team of other boys on a payroll delivering them. He graduated with honors from Trott Vocational High School at 16 and was foreman of an electric shop by 18. In 1952, he bought a corner lot on Military Road and established Delta Electric, which in 1959 became AAA Delta Tool Rental. Mr. Pascoe was President of The American Rental Association from 1960 -1962. Delta was a family business for more than 50 years, its longevity due to Pascoe's ability to adapt to changing times. In 1972, Mr. Pascoe graduated summa cum laude from NCCC with a degree in Business Administration. He was a self-made man who believed and embodied the American dream – that with hard work, determination and a little bit of luck, one can achieve anything. Mr. Pascoe's civic accomplishments included helping launch The Niagara County BOCES Apprenticeship for Small Engines Program and contributing key resources and equipment to initiate the first Festival of Lights in Niagara Falls. He was a charter member of the Town of Niagara Lions Club and NW Boosters, and had been a president of the Town of Niagara Businessmen's Association. He was an expert snow skier and a Canadian National Champion water skier, most notably for his tricks on skis and being the first to take a kite aloft from a water start on the Lower Niagara River. He organized and presided over many of the Neptune Ski Club's shows, and was a tireless water-ski instructor, especially to young people. Mr. Pascoe was a locally renowned party and event host. He indulged his love for good food, wine and lively conversation with his wife and children often, and he truly enjoyed meeting new people and learning new things. Jim was instrumental in establishing ethnic cooking classes at NCCC and hosted regional wine tastings. Jim never felt the need to travel because, in his opinion, the whole world was in his backyard. He and his family explored and experienced Western New York and its many attractions and curiosities as thoroughly as any seasoned traveler would a foreign land.
Mr. Pascoe was known to be flambouyant and extravagant, but stories of his quiet generosity often came back to his family that would otherwise have gone unnoticed except for the grateful recipient. It was the bag of groceries he brought to a family down on their luck, the overdue rent he paid for a widow, flooded cellars pumped out, and countless "loans" with no expectation of repayment that revealed his character. He made a point of visiting the elderly and ill, and often brought his children along to teach them to remember others. He didn't just talk about tough problems; he took action. Jim bucked trends, defied statistics and did things differently. Admired or ridiculed, Jim was determined to live life his way. He always sided with "the little guy", and was quick to unveil hypocrisy, greed and pettiness. Jim would show a paperboy how to arrange his roll of cash as earnestly as he would explain the intricacies of two and four stroke combustion engines to a young apprentice, or impart hard-won insights with a fellow businessman. He loved to share his knowledge, and many benefitted from his great stores of information.
His selflessness was tested when his late wife was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, and Jim rose to the duty of caring for her, running his business and continuing to help raise their children with devotion and without complaint for years. He set about transforming their backyard into a garden for her enjoyment that brought her daily pleasure and drew admirers from far and wide. His horticultural acumen eventually led to admission into the Cornell Extension University Master Gardener's Program. He adored his children and made spending time and lavishing them with sincere praise and encouragement a top priority in his life. They will forever remember him lovingly and be proud of their father. Friends and family will miss a true maverik in their midst. The world was made better by his presence.
Mr. Pascoe's wish is that his remains be donated to The University of Buffalo School of Medicine. The family has arranged for a private memorial service and requests no calls, please.
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