James Nicholson Black
Masontown
James Nicholson Black, 68, of Masontown, passed away Saturday, October 4, 2025.
He was born September 11, 1957, in Providence, R.I.
Preceding him in death were his parents, Vernie Ruth and Frank Nicholson Black.
Surviving are his siblings, John (Diana) Black, Eunice Black, and Earl Black; nieces and nephews, Michael (Darla) McClead, John Black II, April Black, and Eunice Black; great-nieces and great-nephews, Michael F. (Amber) McClead, Zachary McClead and Hailey, Olivia Black, and Willow Black; great-great- nephew, Bryce McClead; great-great-niece, Sophia McClead; and many good friends.
James was a graduate of Albert Gallatin High School Class of 1975.
He was formerly employed as a U.S. Park Ranger at Friendship Hill; a police officer for Point Marion, Smithfield and Dawson boroughs; a security guard at various local businesses; a Monongahela River barge worker; and a construction worker in the Florida Keys.
A private family graveside interment service will be held at Old Frame Cemetery, Smithfield.
Condolences may be offered to the family at: deancwhitmarshfuneralhome.com