James F. Hargraves

James F. Hargraves, 91, of West Chester, PA, passed away on June 24, 2025.

Jim was born in Washington D.C. on May 20, 1934 to the late Mary C. Khuen Hargraves and the late Harris C. Hargraves.

Jim was the husband of the late Joyce P. Hargraves with whom he shared 57 years of marriage.

 Jim graduated from Gonzaga College High School and the Catholic University of America, where he earned a degree in Electrical Engineering. After graduation Jim was employed by the Burroughs Corporation (now Unisys) in Paoli, PA. He held several engineering positions and later moved into middle management and retired as a Program Manager after 37 years of service. During his children's formative years Jim was active in SS. Philip and James Church and School activities and the Exton Little League. Later he volunteered at the Chester County Hospital for 22 years. He was also a lifelong Notre Dame football fan.

Jim is survived by his seven children: Anita Regester (Gary, deceased), Donna March (Bruce), Marla Edwards (John), Bernie Hargraves (Doris), Mark Hargraves (Carolyn), Susan Hargraves (Mike), and Joseph Hargraves (Martha); ten grandchildren; three step-grandsons; and 13 great-grandchildren. Jim was proceeded in death by his sister, Peggye Williams, and a brother, John C. "Buddye" Hargraves.

 At Jim's request there will be no visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at SS. Philip and James Church in Exton, PA. Internment will be private at the discretion of the family.

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