James R. Prosser, 70, of Mount Jewett, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Olean General Hospital. 

Born October 30, 1951, son of Vergie and Jim Prosser.

On June 5, 1970, in Port Allegany, he married Hattie P. (Haggard) Prosser, who preceded him in death on April 6, 2019. 

James attended Smethport High School. He was self-employed, assisting his wife, Hattie, in her taxidermy shop in Mt. Jewett. Together they created lasting memories for outdoor enthusiasts. 

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, and spending time with his grandkids, especially at cookouts. He was a member of the NRA.  

James is survived by one daughter, Haley Scott and two sons Jeremiah Prosser and Jimmy Prosser. He is also survived by thirteen grandchildren, Karissa Prosser, Brockton Kontz, Iraya Prosser, Mariah Prosser, Jacob Prosser, Jaxon, Airedessa Bucher, Ava Wolfgang, Zoey Scott, Valerie Compton, Bonnie Wagner, Alana Beeson, Selena Shugars, and two great grandchildren Carter Compton and Allison Compton.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Hattie, and grandson Matthew Prosser. 

A Celebration of Life will he held at a later date to be announced. 

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.