James A. Simko Obituary
We announce the death of James A. Simko (Itasca, Illinois), who passed away on October 5, 2026, at the age of 80. James will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James A. Simko to pay them a last tribute.
James will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew James will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. James’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Jill; and his children, James Jr. (Karen), Jayne Maher (Danny) and Jeremy (Sue).
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Saturday, October 10th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM at the Oaks Funeral Home (1201 Irving Park Rd, Itasca, IL 60143). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 2:15 PM at the Fairview Memorial Park (900 N Wolf Rd, Northlake, IL 60164).
