James âStratusâ Lansberry, age 59 passed on Friday, September 23, 2016, at his residence in DuBois, PA surrounded by family and loved ones. He was born on February 2, 1957, in Clearfield to Dorwyn and Shirley Lansberry. Jim was a 1975 graduate of Clearfield Area High School.
Jim lived his life following his dream of being a musician. He spent over 40 years as the front man in various bands, from his days of âZacheriaâ in high school to perhaps his best known local band âYesterdayâ over the last three decades. Always the consummate performer and entertainer, Jim displayed his love and passion of music for thousands of fans throughout PA.
Jim is survived by his wife Debbie, his mother Shirley, his brother Gary and his wife Angela, his sister Pam and her husband Ken, and his four sons; Joshua and his wife Cornelia, Shannon and his wife Carrie, Travis and his wife Jill, and Brennon. Along with his six grandchildren, Jazmyn, Tristian, Alexandra, Trinity, Ella and Rosalie and multiple nieces and nephews.
Jim was a visionary and âhardâ working man who lived his life on his own terms and never let any obstacle stand in his way.
Jim will be honored in a private ceremony at his residence for family and friends.
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