Mantle, K. James (Jim) Jim passed away peacefully at Lanark Lodge, Perth on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Marilyn (Sparks) Mantle for over 55 years. Loved and respected father of Tracey Mantle of Ottawa. Sadly missed by Betty (George) Nolan and families of Ottawa. Fondly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Predeceased by his parents Jenny and Levi Mantle and father and mother-in-law Elaine and Orlie Sparks; brothers Harold (Shirley), Earl (Marg), Wib, Ron (Mary), Gerry (Lois), sisters Pansy Swenson (Hilliard), Rita Williams (Omar), Lillian Armour (Frank) and nephew Steve Mantle (2002). A special thank you to all of the staff at Lanark Lodge on the Evergreens Neighbourhood. Family and friends are invited to gather to celebrate Jim's life on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at the Blair & Son Funeral Home Chapel, Smiths Falls at 11:00 a.m. followed by a reception. Private interment at a later date. In memory of Jim, donations to the Lanark Lodge Residents' Activity Fund or Mel's Farm All Animal Rescue and Sanctuary would be appreciated.