James A. Dragon

James A. Dragon, 75, of Albion, NY passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, October 23, 2026.

Born May 28, 1951 in Batavia, he was a son of the late Henry S. and Leslie A. (Phillips) Dragon. Jim was a graduate of Albion High School, Class of 1969. He went on to earn an associate’s degree from Alfred State College. Jim was employed as a highway maintenance supervisor for NYS Dept. of Transportation. He retired in 2008 following 32 years of service. In his younger years, he was a highly active volunteer and member of local sports clubs and recreational organizations. A hard worker, Jim was a true craftsman and was known to be a perfectionist. Jim was a kind and loving person. He will be remembered as a devoted family man who cherished his wife, children and grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by his loving family and many friends.

In addition to his parents, Jim was predeceased by his stepson, Nathan Spencer; mother-in-law, Sally Klumpp; and former wife and friend, Norene Preston-Dragon.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 35 years, Lois (Klumpp) Dragon; his two sons, Daniel Dragon (Kimberly Ashbery) and James “Hank” (Caitlyn) Dragon; grandchildren, Alisha Dragon, Hadley and Beckham Dragon; brother, John “Jack” Dragon; father-in-law, Franklin Klumpp; and several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, Oct. 29 from 4:00-7:00 PM at Christopher-Mitchell Funeral Home, 21 West Ave., Albion. His funeral service will be held the next morning, Friday, Oct. 30 at 10:00 AM at the funeral home. 

Memorial donations in Jim’s memory may be made to the PAWS Animal Shelter, 3371 Gaines Basin Rd., Albion, NY 14411.