Roxbury

Burton James “Jim” Roxbury, 81, of Prospect, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 27, 2026. After an extended stay in the hospital, his only desire was to go home to be with his wife and beloved dog, Blue. He spent less than 36 hours there before passing.

Born Feb. 5, 1945, Jim was the son of the late Burton Dale and Violet Rose (Goughler) Roxbury. He was born in Beaver Falls and raised in Prospect, the baby of the family, with two older sisters.

Jim graduated from Slippery Rock High School in 1963. He worked tirelessly over the years as a pipe layer for several construction companies. The weekends and evenings would often be spent cutting firewood or painting houses in the Prospect area.

Jim married his sweetheart, Patricia Lee Arbogast, who survives him, on Aug. 7, 1964. They would have happily celebrated 62 years in just a few weeks.

Jim was a member of The Church of God in Connoquenessing.

In addition to his wife, Jim is survived by three children, Ron (Chrissy) Roxbury, of Prospect, Tina (Mark) Irwin, of Callery, and Bob (Alicia) Roxbury, of Prospect. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren, Dustin (Kelly) Roxbury, Amanda Roxbury, Katie (Sean) Stevens, Amanda (Robert) Connery, Jon McFeaters, Jeff (Andria) Irwin, Kaitlyn Irwin, Kara Irwin, Jeremy Irwin, Abigail (Eldon) Martin, Bethany (Carl) Hitt, Carrie Roxbury and Shane (Grace) Roxbury; and 19 great-grandchildren. His sister, Patricia Enslen also survives, along with many nieces and nephews.

Along with his parents, his sister, Linda Henry, preceded him in death.

Jim had a great sense of humor, always joking with others and making them laugh. He was even exchanging wise cracks with his nurses during his final days. Often is heard, “As Papa would say,” followed by one of his witty sayings.

ROXBURY — A visitation for Burton James “Jim” Roxbury, who died Saturday, June 27, 2026, will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 2, at Connoquenessing Church of God, 1247 Evans City Road, Connoquenessing.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 3, at the church.

A private burial will be held at Greenlawn Burial Estates.

Arrangements have been entrusted to THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.

All who knew Jim are encouraged to share memories and upload photos to his unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.