James R. DeBartolo 1945-2024

He will always be remembered as a loving husband and father. Family was always first and there was nothing he wouldn’t do for his children.

He was born Sept. 16, 1945, in Youngstown, to Adelmo and Gemma DeBartolo. In 1965, he married the love of his life, Carla. They raised two children and were married for 58 years.

James was a mechanical engineer specializing in rolling mills, which took him across the globe.

Golfing was his passion and you would often see him in the yard practicing his swing. He played in several pro-am tournaments.

He will be sadly missed by his wife, Carla; his son, James A. DeBartolo (Kathie Spalla); and his daughter, Gina Vizi (Adam).

In addition, he is survived by his sister, Joan Helmick (Dave); and his brother, Larry DeBartolo.

Memorial tributes can be made to The American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Edward J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home, 4700 Market St., Boardman.

Family and friends of James may visit www.fox

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