James Robert Jeskey Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James Robert Jeskey of Livingston, New Jersey, born in East Orange, New Jersey, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James Robert left this world on January 6, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Helen Jeskey and Anthony Jeskey; and his son Michael Jeskey (Trish Jeskey). He is survived by: his daughters, Donna Jeskey-Lowry (Christopher Lowry), Carolyn Jeskey (Timothy McAndrew) and Beth Jeskey-Smargiassi (Michael Smargiassi); his sister Patricia (Jeskey) Alderfer (Gill Alderfer); his grandchildren, Drew, Ryan, Julia, Rory, Aidan, Nicole, Shea, Gus and Marc; his former wife Jeanne Jeskey (Antonio Lekhrajmal); and his friend Gordon LeMatty. He is also survived by 18 nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, there are two ways you can support Jim's legacy: The family is establishing a fund that will provide scholarships for senior Union High School soccer athletes. Checks can be made out to the Union High School Athletic Association.
