James Danatzko Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on January 5, 2026, at the age of 79, James Danatzko of Linden, New Jersey passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his wife Rose Marie (Mobile); his parents, Laura (DePauli) and Paul; his girlfriend Catherine Macfarlane; and his partner's son Jason.
He is survived by: his children, Kim Sheedy (Ron) and Jill Cooper (Justin); his grandchildren, Ryan, Jenna, Sebastian, Cortney, Allison, Ashlyn and Alex; his son Joseph MacHuynh (Bernadette); and his brothers, Paul (Barbara), Robert (Jeanne) and John (Drew). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society and the Center for Hope Hospice and Palliative Care in Scotch Plains.
