James R. Rushford, 60, of Baldwinsville died Saturday, August 12, 2006 at St. Josephs Hospital. He was born in Syracuse and lived in the area most of his life. James was an accountant with Foremost Transportation Co.

Survivors: his wife of 21 years, the former Mary Ellen Kane; a stepdaughter Jennifer (Tony) Kowalski of Baldwinsville; a stepson, Joseph Richmond of Baldwinsville; a grandson, Joseph J. Richmond; a sister, Donna (Donald) Watson-Laroche and a brother, George (Geri) Rushford all of Lakeland, FL; several nieces and nephews.

Services: 9:45am Wednesday, August 16, 2006 at Falardeau Funeral Home, Baldwinsville and 10:30am at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Burial in Jacksonville Cemetery. Calling hours are 4-7pm Tuesday, August 15, 2006 at the funeral home, 93 Downer St.

Contributions: Kidney Foundation of CNY, 731 James St., Syracuse, NY 13203.