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James Shade Death – Family Mourns After Fatal I-81 Accident

The family members of James Shade mourn his death after he passed away in an accident that happened on I-81 recently. He was described as a husband and father who was devoted to his family. He was pronounced dead after a car accident that happened last week while he was driving on Interstate 81 with the Molander family from Middletown, Pennsylvania. Shade was driving a tractor-trailer at the time of the fatal accident that happened on I-81.

It was confirmed by Tpr. Megan Frazer that the RV had a front left tire blowout before it slid through an opening in the cable barriers on the highway and collided head on with James, who was driving a tractor-trailer pulling double trailers at the time of the accident. James, who was also known by his nickname Jimmy, was a member of the Shenandoah Bible Baptist Church and worked as a truck driver. While he was out on business, he continued to be the dedicated husband and father he had always been, as well as an avid hunter.

At 6:56 in the morning, although Interstate 81 was once again accessible, there were still delays following the fatal crash. The incident takes place only two days after a tragedy involving a charter bus in Dauphin County, which led to the deaths of three passengers and injury to dozens more. The tragedy occurred in Dauphin County.


Following the accident involving an ATV in Pennsylvania, condolences have been extended to the victims’ family members and friends. His loved ones recall him as the “life of the party” during the winter holidays, and they fondly recall the many years in which they spent the period after Thanksgiving preparing apple butter together. He is survived by his wife, Ericka (Lloyd) Shade; sons Alexander Shade and Conner Shade; daughter Deanna Shade; and a brother named Johnny Shade, Jr.

His mother was the one who passed away before him, and his brother Kenneth Shade also passed away before him. At the Brown Funeral Home on Monday, August 14, 2023, from 6 PM to 8 PM, the family will greet guests who have come to pay their respects. At the funeral home on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at ten in the morning, Pastor John Woullard will preside over the funeral service.

The Tragic Accident on I-81

The fatal accident occurred last week on Interstate 81 when James Shade was driving his tractor-trailer. At the same time, the Molander family from Middletown, PA was traveling in an RV which experienced a front left tire blowout. The RV then crashed through an opening in the highway's cable barriers and collided head-on with James' tractor-trailer, which was pulling two trailers.

James, known to many as "Jimmy," sadly lost his life in the tragic accident. He was a loving husband, father, church member, and avid hunter. Even when on the road for work, he remained dedicated to his family.

The accident caused major delays on I-81 when it occurred around 6:56am, coming just two days after another devastating charter bus accident in Dauphin County. Three passengers lost their lives in that incident, which also left dozens injured.

Remembering James Shade

James leaves behind his beloved wife Ericka, their three children Alexander, Conner, and Deanna, as well as his brother Johnny Shade Jr. He was predeceased by his mother and another brother, Kenneth.

Family and friends fondly remember James as the life of the party during the holidays. For many years, they carried on the tradition of making apple butter together each year after Thanksgiving. He brought joy to those around him and will be deeply missed.

The family will receive guests to pay respects at Brown Funeral Home on Monday, August 14 from 6-8pm. A funeral service officiated by Pastor John Woullard will take place the next morning, Tuesday, August 15 at 10am, also at the funeral home. All are welcome to attend and celebrate the life of James Shade.

Though his time with them was cut short, James' loved ones will carry his memory with them, remembering the caring man, husband, father, and friend that he was. They extend their thanks to all offering condolences during this difficult time.

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