He was born May 6, 1951, in Youngstown, a son of the late Patrick DeMichele and Georgia Vitullio DeMichele.

James was a 1969 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School. His education continued at Youngstown State University and Ohio State University.

He loved golfing and was a member of St. Dominic Church in Youngstown.

A private Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Dominic Church, the same church James was baptized in on July 1, 1951, by the great Father Dominic Rover, O.P.

James was entombed in Lake Park Cemetery.

Arrangements handled by Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Salem Chapel, 1858 E. State St.

This obituary can be viewed at www.higgins-reardon.com.

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James P. Demichele 1951-2025

MINERAL RIDGE — James P. Demichele, 74, died on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, at Continuing Healthcare at the Ridge.

He was born on May 6, 1951, in Youngstown, a son of the late Patrick DeMichele and Georgia Vitullio DeMichele.

James was a 1969 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School. His education continued at Youngstown State University and Ohio State University.

He loved golfing and was a member of St. Dominic Church in Youngstown.

James will be entombed in Lake Park Cemetery.

Arrangements are by Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Salem Chapel, 1858 E. State St.

This obituary can be viewed at www.higgins-reardon.com.

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