James Michael Chimento Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Michael Chimento of Destrehan, Louisiana, born in Fairfield, Ohio, who passed away on September 24, 2025 at the age of 78. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Michael Chimento to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though James Michael may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Chimento and Henrietta Chimento; and his brother Joe Chimento. He is survived by: his wife Sheila Shea Chimento; his sons, JJ Chimento (Sandra) and Tim Chimento (Lisa); his siblings, Henry Chimento (Kate), Judie Critchley (Bill), Debbie Tucci (Gary) and Mike Chimento (Susan); and his sister-in-law Leone Chimento. He is also survived by grandchildren and their spouses and 10 great-grandchildren, along with numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your local Volunteer Fire Dept, Community Theatre or local Cancer Society in Jim's memory.
