James J. Kavalecs, 71, of Highspire, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2015. Born on April 23, 1944, he was the son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth McGlynn Kavalecs. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Rayona D. Swigart Kavalecs; his children, Lori A. Shoulak (Bruce), Elmer Snyder (Michelle), and Gerald Henry; 7 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by a son, Randall C. Snyder. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, July 21, 2015, at 7 PM in the Trefz & Bowser Funeral Home, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Hummelstown. Family and friends are invited to a visitation in the funeral home Tuesday from 6 PM until time of the service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area, Inc., East Shore Shelter, 7790 Grayson Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111.