Milton James Mekins, Sr. "Jim" of Pasadena, died on April 2, 2013 in his home.

Jim was born in Baltimore, but has lived in Anne Arundel County since 1950.

Jim retired as a regional engineer for Mass Transit Administration. He also worked in administration and as a truck driver. Jim was a veteran of the US Airforce. He was a volunteer firefighter for Glen Burnie and later for Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company. He was a past Chief and board member. He was an Anne Arundel County Reserve Police Officer and became the Reserve Commander at Eastern District. He also served as Vice President and board member for the Lake Shore Democratic Club.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Virginia Mekins, sister, Ellie Preston, and his first wife, Peg Mekins.

Jim is survived by his wife, Paula M. Mekins; daughters, Debbie Vogelsang of Severn, Peggy Mekins-Calabrese of Hanover, and Brenda Geesaman of Centreville; son, Jim Mekins Jr. of Pasadena; step-sons, Keith Bunn and Kevin Brown, both of Pasadena; 7 grandchildren, Sarah, Brian, Chris, Jenn, Stephanie, Lindsay, and Ashley; 1 great granddaughter, Kristi; brothers, Edward E. Mekins of Bulls Gap, TN, and John D. Mekins of Riviera Beach; and sister, Mary E. Heward of Romney, WV.

Family and friends may visit on Sunday, April 7th, from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at Barranco & Sons, P.A. Severna Park Funeral Home. Service will be held on Monday, April 8th at 10 am at the Funeral Home with interment at Glen Haven Cemetery to follow.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company – 4498 Mountain Road. Pasadena, MD 21122 or Chesapeake Cats and Dogs Rescue – 300A Island Professional Park, Stevensville, MD 21666.

Online condolences may be made at www.barrancofuneralhome.com