James W. Sperry

James W. Sperry obituary, Salisbury, NH

James W. Sperry

James Sperry Obituary

Visit the Smith & Heald Funeral Home website to view the full obituary.

James W. Sperry, 61, resident of Salisbury, NH, died at his home after a sudden illness on February 20, 2025. 

He was born on May 21, 1963, in San Antonio, TX, a son of the late Joseph and Patricia (Travis) Sperry.

James was raised and educated in Dracut, MA and Milford, NH.  He later attended Lowell Vocational School. He has resided in Salisbury, NH for the last twenty-five years and worked for crossroads country store and was also the owner and operator of Jimbos Hotdogs. 

He loved being outdoors, camping, bonfires, his Harley, snowmobiling, boating, loud music, good food and a few beers too. He will be greatly missed by many.

In addition to his parents, James was predeceased by his sister, Deborah Marion, brothers, Joseph Sperry III and Daniel Sperry. 

Survivors include his wife, Sheila Sperry of Salisbury, NH, best friend Jake the black lab, sister, Diane Salisbury of Wilton, NH, brother, Richard Sperry of Nashua, NH, his son, Jeremey Vath, grandson, Nathan Rentas and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

SERVICES: Following cremation services will be held for the family privately.

 

Smith & Heald Funeral Home

63 Elm Street, Milford, NH 03055

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