Joseph A. Jumper
- Peter J. Adonizio
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Joseph A. Jumper, 68, of West Pittston passed away peacefully Thursday, August 28, 2025. Born in Pittston, he was the son of the late Hayden Jumper and Mary Rose Starna Jumper. He was a graduate of Wyoming Area High School, Class of 1975.
A lifelong sports enthusiast, Joe was a diehard Philadelphia sports fan who never missed a chance to cheer on his beloved Eagles and Phillies. Whether it was watching a big game, playing a round of golf, or encouraging his children on the field, sports were a constant source of pride and joy in his life.
Joe was an avid golfer who spent his youth at Fox Hill Country Club as a caddie and later, a member of Emanon Country Club, where his proudest achievement was earning the title of Club Champion. Community minded, he formerly served as Fire Chief with the West Pittston Fire Department. He also dedicated his time to the West Pittston Little League, where he had the joy of coaching his boys.
Professionally, Joe spent his career in sales, working for various candy companies, and became affectionately known as “The Candyman” to many who knew him. Above all, Joe will be remembered as a loving husband and father, whose greatest joy was his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Jumper, his father-in-law, Joseph Curley, and his brother-in-law, Kevin Curley.
Joe is survived by his wife, Colleen Curley Jumper, and their sons, Kevin and Owen Jumper. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Mary Curley, sisters-in-law Lynn Jumper and Kathleen (David) Juza, brother-in-law, Joseph (Cari) Curley, and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family extends its heartfelt thanks to all who supported Joe throughout his life. We are especially grateful for the medical staff, dedicated caregivers, and loving friends and family whose unwavering support, compassion, and presence enriched his final years.
The family will receive friends and relatives Friday, September 5th from 4-7PM at Adonizio Funeral Home, 251 William St., Pittston, and in the church on Saturday from 9:30AM until the time of Mass.
A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, September 6th at 11AM at Corpus Christi Parish, Immaculate Conception Church, 605 Luzerne Ave., West Pittston. Interment will immediately follow in West Pittston Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Corpus Christi Parish Social Concerns Program, 605 Luzerne Ave,, West Pittston, PA 18643 or the Joseph Jumper Memorial Fund.
The fund was created to honor Joe's lifelong devotion to his family and to support the future of his children. Donations can be sent to Community Bank N.A, Pittston Office, 45 S. Main St., Pittston, PA 18640.