John J James's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2025 in Middleburg Heights, Ohio

John J James

July 26, 1934 - October 8, 2025 (91 years old)

Middleburg Heights, Ohio

John J James's obituary , Passed away on October 8, 2025 in Middleburg Heights, Ohio

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A. Ripepi & Sons Funeral Homes

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John J James

July 26, 1934 - October 8, 2025 (91 years old)

Middleburg Heights, Ohio

John J James Obituary

The world bids farewell to John J James (Middleburg Heights, Ohio), departing on October 8, 2025 at the age of 91. John leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John J James or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his son Michael; his parents, Mary Rominske (Prucha) and John James; his former wife Lynette James (Gallagher); and his sister Mary Lou Reid.

He is survived by: his children, Pamela Wightman (late Wayne) and John III (Kiki); his grandchildren, Michael (Kristina), Jason (Valerie Horneij), Jessica Wightman and Alexandra (Jake VanOenen); his great grandchildren, Emelia, Juliette and Joshua; his stepfather Arthur Rominske; and his wife Joan James (Smiley).

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 15th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the A. Ripepi and Sons Funeral Home (18149 Bagley Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 15th 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
A. Ripepi & Sons Funeral Homes



Wed

Oct 15

Visitation

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

A. Ripepi and Sons Funeral Home
18149 Bagley Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

Wed

Oct 15

Funeral service

7:00 PM

A. Ripepi and Sons Funeral Home
18149 Bagley Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

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