James Cordan, 85, passed peacefully on May 19, 2020 after a short illness. Born and raised in Beaver Falls, Jim became known as a gentleman farmer in North Sewickley Township. He was the husband of the late Nancy L. (Dockter) Cordan until her passing in 2002. He is survived by three daughters: Lynn (Charles) Griffiths of New Castle, PA, Amy (Don) Henriques of Elizabethtown, PA, and Jill Cordan of Denver, PA; a brother John (Mary) Cordan of Irmo, SC; 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, Katherine (Clarence) Wright. Jim actively attended Westminster United Presbyterian Church in New Brighton, PA and was a member of the Steamfitters Union Local 449 in Pittsburgh, PA and Plumbers Local #27. He was an avid bowler with his companion Ethel Raskovsky of Ambridge, PA. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Westminster United Presbyterian Church 115 N Mercer Ave, New Brighton, PA 15066 or to the Beaver County Humane Society 3394 Brodhead Rd., Aliquippa, PA 15001.