James Rathburn, 48, of Atlantic Highlands, died Feb. 23 at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank. He was born in Red Bank and was a lifelong resident of Atlantic Highlands.
James worked as a talented and skilled carpenter for various construction firms. In his spare time he enjoyed constructing things like serving plates and utensils out of wood.
Surviving are his partner Mary Service; niece Stormi Hill and her partner Jonathan Rolon; two aunts, Susan Lane and Linda Whitehead; uncle Scott Rathburn; and many friends.
James was preceded in death by his parents, James and Colleen Rathburn.
Visitation was held March 2 at John F. Pfleger Funeral Home, Middletown. Funeral services were during visitation. Cremation was private.
For more information or to send condolences, please visit pflegerfh.com.
