Mr James George Causman
Remember

Mr James George Causman

  • July 17, 1924 - December 30, 2011
  • Clearwater, Florida
Share This Obituary
Send Flowers
flowers logo

Flowers are messengers of hope when it's needed most.


Memories & Candles

“Chip and Darlene, I just found out about your mother and dad passing from cousin Joanne Murphy. I am sorry to get this very sad news. I'll...Read More » ”
1 of 4 | Posted by: Thomas Powell - Canton, OH

“The entire staff of Sylvan Abbey extends our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. ”
2 of 4 | Posted by: Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home - FL

“We love and will miss you grandpa. I have the fondest memories growing up and spending time with you and grandma in Ohio. Thank you for those...Read More » ”
3 of 4 | Posted by: Ron Baksa - Apollo Beach, FL

“God Bless the wonderful Family that you left behind , jay ! You will be missed but you will be again ,with Dear Eileen. I could write a book...Read More » ”
4 of 4 | Posted by: Helen Headley - Vandalia, MO


Causman, James George, 87, of Clearwater, passed peacefully into his eternal rest on Friday December 30, 2012 at the Hospice House Woodside in Pinellas Park, Florida.

He was born July 17, 1924 in his home in Barberton, Ohio to Nicolaus and Grace (Sens) Causman. He graduated from Barberton High School on June 4, 1942. After graduation he worked as an assembler at the Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. in Akron, Ohio from August 1942 until February 1943. He then went to Cleveland, Ohio where he enlisted in the Navy on February 26, 1943, a proud WWII veteran who served on the USS Sigourney.

On May 4, 1946 he married Eileen Addie Gregory. They were introduced by his cousin Evelyn one evening and it was love at first sight. Jay and Eileen had two children, Gregory James and Darlene Joy Causman. Last May they celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary.

Jay was a barber at South Plaza in Akron, Ohio for many years. He then got into Real Estate as well as Insurance. Later he found his way into furniture, Carpet and Aluminum siding sales. His last work before he came to Florida was at the B & C Machine Shop in Barberton, Ohio

Jay was a man who loved sports. He bowled, golfed, enjoyed ping-pong, billiards, chess, checkers and cards. He was a big T V sports fan of football and basketball.

He is survived by his son, Gregory James Causman of Barberton, Ohio; his daughter and son-in-law, Darlene and Ron Baksa of Palm Harbor, Florida; grandchildren, Leisa and Melissa Causman of Ohio, Janine Serfass and husband David of Tarpon Springs,Florida, Ronald Baksa and wife Victoria of Apollo Beach,Florida, Jalene Romano and husband Michael of Bradenton, Florida; great grandchildren, Nathan, Dylan and Aaron of Ohio, Destinie, Jacob, Lucas, Sydney, Jake, David, Hanna and Caden of Florida.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his loving wife Eileen.

A Memorial Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

Donations may be made in Jay's name to the Hospice House Woodside in Pinellas Park, Florida. The family wishes to acknowledge the wonderful care James received from all his attendants there.

James will be always in our hearts and minds. A family man who cared deeply for his loved ones.

Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home
2853 Sunset Point Road
Clearwater, FL. 33759
(727) 796-1992
www.sylvanabbey.com