Obituary for James W. Jafolla
Iron Mountain-James W. Jafolla, age 71, of Iron Mountain, Mich., passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife at his side on Friday, March 22, 2019. He was born on May 17, 1947, in Iron Mountain, Mich., son of the late James Ralph Jafolla and Ruth (Harding) Petrick.
James grew up and attended school in Iron Mountain, prior to moving to Hermansville, where he graduated from Hermansville High School, class of 1965. On August 4, 1967, James was united in marriage with Donna Tomasi at Trinity United Methodist Church in Iron Mountain.
James was a skilled tool and die maker in the surrounding area for 35 years before he and his wife moved to Sheridan, Wyoming. There, he worked for 15 years in public service as an application/ design engineer and safety officer for the rehabilitation of handicapped clients.
James loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also had a lifelong passion for motorcycle riding.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Donna Jafolla; three daughters: Jeannie (Todd) Otto, Shawano, Wisconsin, Kristine Koss, Laramie, Wyoming and Andrea (Justin) Everts, Beverly Hills, Florida; one son: Jesse (DeAnna) Jafolla, Williston, North Dakota; seven grandchildren, Abbie Koss, Charlie Koss, Sophia Everts, Olivia Everts, Victoria Everts, Anthony Jafolla and Audrey Jafolla. James is also survived by two sisters, Bonnie LeGrave and Sherry Wester; as well as five brothers; Bobby Petrick, Greg Petrick, Jeff Petrick, Mike Petrick, and Terry Jafolla.
In addition to his parents, James is preceded by one brother Mark Petrick.
Visitation will be Friday, March 29, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, Iron Mountain. Funeral services will be held Friday,11:00 a.m., at the church. Pastor Geri Hamlen will officiate. Lunch will be served from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will take place in Cemetery Park, Iron Mountain.
The family would like to thank everyone who offered James their care, love, and friendship throughout his life and during his final days.
You may leave a condolence or tribute for James’ family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com.
The family has chosen the Jacobs Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Iron Mountain, Mich. to honor James’ legacy of life.
James grew up and attended school in Iron Mountain, prior to moving to Hermansville, where he graduated from Hermansville High School, class of 1965. On August 4, 1967, James was united in marriage with Donna Tomasi at Trinity United Methodist Church in Iron Mountain.
James was a skilled tool and die maker in the surrounding area for 35 years before he and his wife moved to Sheridan, Wyoming. There, he worked for 15 years in public service as an application/ design engineer and safety officer for the rehabilitation of handicapped clients.
James loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also had a lifelong passion for motorcycle riding.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Donna Jafolla; three daughters: Jeannie (Todd) Otto, Shawano, Wisconsin, Kristine Koss, Laramie, Wyoming and Andrea (Justin) Everts, Beverly Hills, Florida; one son: Jesse (DeAnna) Jafolla, Williston, North Dakota; seven grandchildren, Abbie Koss, Charlie Koss, Sophia Everts, Olivia Everts, Victoria Everts, Anthony Jafolla and Audrey Jafolla. James is also survived by two sisters, Bonnie LeGrave and Sherry Wester; as well as five brothers; Bobby Petrick, Greg Petrick, Jeff Petrick, Mike Petrick, and Terry Jafolla.
In addition to his parents, James is preceded by one brother Mark Petrick.
Visitation will be Friday, March 29, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, Iron Mountain. Funeral services will be held Friday,11:00 a.m., at the church. Pastor Geri Hamlen will officiate. Lunch will be served from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will take place in Cemetery Park, Iron Mountain.
The family would like to thank everyone who offered James their care, love, and friendship throughout his life and during his final days.
You may leave a condolence or tribute for James’ family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com.
The family has chosen the Jacobs Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Iron Mountain, Mich. to honor James’ legacy of life.