James Frederick Jarvis, of Berlin Pond Road, Northfield died Friday, Sept. 12, 2014 at his home. Born in Graniteville, Vermont, in 1937 he was born to Willis and Marion Jarvis. As a young child, he moved to Windsor to reside with his grandparents where he graduated from high school and joined the Navy. After serving with the U.S. Navy in the Korean War, he retuned to his home state of Vermont and joined the National Guard. He served his country with pride and honor for 12 years. After working 20 years for Rouelle and Desilets Granite Co. he then was employed by the State of Vermont where he retired as supervisor of the Boiler Room. For many years he was a member of Montpelier Elks Club, and American Legion 3 and spent many hours volunteering with various organizations including the VFW 792 and mentoring children. He touched the lives of three families with Bonnie Gallagher, Rose Wheeler and Beverly Amell. Together they reared the following children: James Jr., Deseree, Patty, Karen, Doug, Francis, John, David, Kathy, Shirley and Susan. He is survived by sisters: Shirley, Wanda, Maggie, and Delia; brothers: Jerry, Donald, Robert, Mike, Patrick, Thomas, and Mark; 32 grandchildren; 56 great grandchildren; and one aunt, Ester Vezina. He was preceded by his parents, step father, a brother, 2 sisters and 2 great grandchildren. The high light of his life was the times spent with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He left many precious memories. He will be greatly missed by all. On Wednesday, September 17th calling hours will be held at the Guare& Sons/Barber & Lanier Funeral Home, 30 School Street, Montpelier at 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. A service of remembrance will follow at 3:00 pm. Burial and military honors will be at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph, VT On-line condolences may be sent at www.guareandsons.com