James P. Willey Sr., 69, died peacefully at Lowell General Hospital on Tuesday, March 29, 2022.  He is the beloved husband of Donna ( Howard) Willey with whom he shared 42 years of marriage.

James was born in Lancaster, New Hampshire on February 28, 1953, and was the son of the late Alfred Sr., and Beverly (Osgood) Willey.

In his earlier years he was employed as a truck driver for Land/Air Express and later at Loomis Trucking. He most recently was employed as security for Manchester/Boston Regional Airport until his retirement.

In his free time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Above all his most cherished time was spent with his family especially his grandchildren who was his world.

In addition to his wife, Donna, he is survived by his four children, Lynne Willey and her significant other Angel Rodriguez of Eden, NC, Katrina Willey and her fiancé John Gora of Nashua, James Willey Jr. of Nashua, and Brett Marquis and his wife Claudette of Nashua. He is also survived by his five grandchildren, Anthony, Jazmine, Izaya, Aaron and Arianna. He also leaves his special companion and dog, Jack.

Services will be private at the request of James' family. Interment to take place at the convenience of his family. Arrangements entrusted to the care of ROCHETTE FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES.