James O. Vaughn Sr.

James O. Vaughn, Sr., 77, of Philipsburg, PA, died on Monday, November 9, 2026 at his home.

Born on March 23, 1949, in Philipsburg, PA, James was the son of the late Ollin Vaughn & Louise (Cowfer) Vaughn. He married Deborah K. (Fahr) Vaughn on October 23, 1970 in Philipsburg, PA. Deborah survives at home.

James was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was also a member of the Amvets in Philipsburg, PA.

He was a retired Heavy Equipment Mechanic for Kinder Morgan.

James was a 1967 graduate from the P.O. High School.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by a brother, Don Vaughn.

In addition to his wife, Deborah, James is survived by two sons, James O. Vaughn, Jr. of Philipsburg, PA, and Brent E. Vaughn & his wife Brandi of Philipsburg, PA; two sisters, Shirley Stark of Port Matilda, PA, and Peggy Reese of Philipsburg, PA; five grandchildren, Nathaniel, Katlyn, Madison, Morgan, and Mason; and four great-grandchildren.

Private funeral services will be at the convenience of the family at the Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services, LLC, Osceola Mills. Rev. Ted Seibert will officiate.

Interment will be at the Philipsburg Cemetery.

Military Honors will be accorded at the funeral home by the Osceola Mills Honor Guard.

Memorial contributions may be made to a charitable organization of the donor’s choice.

To sign the online guestbook, go to www.heathfuneral.com