James E. Pettipas, 48, of 26 Peachtree, Auburn, NH died at his home September 22, 2003. He was born in Woburn, Ma., on July 20, 1955, the son of the late Gordon and Anna (Horton) Pettipas and had been a resident of this area for most of his life. Family members include his wife of 24 years, Marcia (Wrisley) Pettipas of Auburn, two sons, Chris Pettipas of California and Joseph Pettipas of Manchester, three daughters, Misty Morrow, Lisa Lynch, both of California and Jenna Pettipas of Auburn, one grandchild, three brothers, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. There are no scheduled services. The Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium is in charge of arrangements.