James F. Coufalik Obituary
We announce the death of James F. Coufalik (North Olmsted, Ohio), who passed away on October 9, 2026, at the age of 85. 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 F. Coufalik 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: wife: Janet (James F. Coufalik); children: James, Carolyn, Donna Haney (David), Bryan (Jennifer), Paula Krueger (Martin), Christopher (Cara Bolick) and Laura; grandchildren: Nicholas, Nathanial, Isabelle, James, Sarah, Mary Grace, Tess, Anthony, Christopher Haney, Maximus, Anna, Augustine, Eli, Simon, Maria Krueger, Edison, Hattie Mae, and Antonia Coufalik; great-grandchildren: Seamus, Declan, Maeve, Rory, Jameson and Casey Haney; siblings: Robert (Eileen), Mary Anne Schwarzwalder (Gene) and Michael (Susan); and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A funeral Mass will be held on Friday, October 16th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Brendan Church (4242 Brendan Ln, North Olmsted, OH 44070). The inurnment will be held on Friday, October 16th 2026 from 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM at the Holy Cross Cemetery (14609 Brookpark Rd, Brook Park, OH 44142).
