Matthew James loved theatre.
He was involved in tours at Gettysburg, Civil War reenactments and local shows.
James, 41, of Highspire, died July 15 in an automobile accident.
James was a driver for Domestic Uniform, and was a steward of the Teamsters Union.
He graduated from Trinity High School in 1993, and received an associate degree in theatre and history at Harrisburg Area Community College. He was a Master Mason of Cumberland Star Lodge Number 197.
Surviving are his parents, Ralph and Frances James; siblings, Steven James of Camp Hill, Mark James Sr. of Dillsburg, Jon and Michelle Miles of Lititz, and Joe and Alyson Urban of Hershey; nieces and nephews, Kristin James, Derek James, Mark James Jr., Eric James, Rachel James, Leah King, Luke Johns, Laney Johns, Adrian King and Avery King; and niece and goddaughter, Taylor Miles.
From his guest book:
"My dear friend Matt aka Marbles. You will be greatly missed. You were a rare light in this world. You never had a negative thing to say to anyone and were always there for your friends. I am so glad I got to know you at HACC and take theatre classes with you. ... You were a talented soul and could make everyone laugh and feel better."
-- Meredith, Harrisburg
"My dearest friend Marbles - words cannot express how I feel knowing that you are no longer with us. It breaks my heart ... yes, we did have wars at time. You are one of the most genuine and kindest friends that I know. You gave anyone the shirt off your back."
-- Jessica Shroy, Las Vegas, Nev.
"Matt, you were one of a kind! You were a great student and tons of fun to work with. I hope you now have all of the answers to your paranormal questions. You will be missed by everyone in the Spirit Society. Rest in Peace. So glad we met! Oh, and that laugh will live on forever."
-- Kelly L. Weaver, Camp Hill
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