Dansville- James Westlake Babcock, age 88, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Mt. Morris.

He was born in Ridgely, Maryland, on November 5, 1936, A son of the late Edmond L and Elizabeth (James) Babcock. He was also predeceased by his brother Victor "Larry" Babcock. On June 29, 1962, he was wed to the Former Helen (Schwan) Babcock who survives.

He was a 1955 graduate of Dansville Central School District. Following graduation Jim enlisted in the United States Armed Forces for 5 years, 3 months, and 19 days. His tour took him to places such as Fort Sill in Oklahoma, and Vicenza, Italy in the Artillery division as a surveyor. Jim was a Civil Engineer for the New York State Department of Transportation for 30 years, retiring in 1991. At his suggestion the "New York State Adopt a Highway Program" was instituted. He was a member of the New York State Association of Transportation Engineers (NYSATE). He was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose Since 1967. He was the assessor of the town of North Dansville and a member of the town of North Dansville Planning Board. He was a social member of the James H. Jackson Hose Co., Oktoberfest Chairman "Fest Meister". Jim was a member of the VFW for many years, and a member of the Livingston County Republicans.

Surviving in addition to his loving wife of 62 years Helen, a sister, Julia (Art) Hudson, a brother, Robbin (Judy) Babcock, Several nieces and nephews, and cousins, Special friends James McMahon and his daughter Stephanie Adolfi.

Friends may call on Thursday June 19, 2025 from 11:00am to 2:00pm at the Hindle Funeral Home Inc. 271 Main St. Dansville, NY 14437. Funeral Service to follow calling hours at 2:00pm. Interment with Full Military Honors in Greenlawn Cemetery, Dansville. Online memories may be shared at HindleFuneralHome.com.

In lieu of flowers please make memorial donations to Noyes Memorial Hospital 111 Clara Barton Street Dansville, New York, 14437