James J. Urbach

James J. Urbach obituary, Philadelphia, PA

James J. Urbach

James Urbach Obituary

Published by John F Givnish Funeral Home - Academy Rd on Jan. 25, 2022.
James J. Urbach, of Philadelphia, passed away on January 25th, 2022 at the age of 72. He was the loving husband for 39 years of Maureen (nee O'Brien); beloved father of Aimie Ferrante (Keith), John Urbach, Regina Cardano (Robert), and Katie Urbach (Roy Campbell), devoted grandfather of Danny Cashman, Jake Ferrante, John Urbach, Jr., Michael Urbach, Jaiden Campbell, Owen Campbell, Nolan Campbell, Sophia Cardano, and Luke Cardano; and beloved brother of Joanne Crockett, and Jackie Linse. Jim will also be greatly missed by many nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by his parents James and Josephine Urbach. Jim was graduate of Cardinal Dougherty Highschool, class of 1967. He was very patriotic and proudly served our country as a member of the United States Marine Corps. During his working years, Jim was employed as a Sergeant with the United States Postal Service Police. Jim enjoyed writing, and going to the shooting range. Jim was a devoted family man and loved taking family vacations to the Poconos. Family and friends are invited to Jim's Life Celebration on Wednesday, February 2nd, from 9:30 – 10:30 AM at St. Christopher's Church, 13301 Proctor Rd., Philadelphia, PA 19116. A funeral mass will follow at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Jim's name to Bridge to Rescue Animal Shelter, 2820 Old Lincoln Hwy #4, Feasterville-Trevose, PA 19053.

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February 3, 2022

Aimie Ferrante posted to the memorial.

February 2, 2022

Bernadette Griffin posted to the memorial.

February 2, 2022

Rich Cordes posted to the memorial.

Aimie Ferrante

February 3, 2022

I am so sorry this happened to you! You are the best father and Grandfather! We will always love and miss you! We were robbed of our father and it's not fair! I love you Daddy!

Bernadette Griffin

February 2, 2022

Dear Maureen and Family,
Thinking of you at this sad time and hoping all of you are doing ok ... He will always be in your heart forever

Rich Cordes

February 2, 2022

Our Gang. Jim is in the Davy Crocket hat and I'm in the luau shirt and hat. This captured Jim's smile and fun, mischievous nature. RIP cuz until we meet again.

Our Gang. Jim is in the Davy Crocket hat and I'm in the luau shirt and hat. This captured Jim's smile and fun, mischievous nature. RIP cuz until we meet again.

Rich Cordes

February 2, 2022

Jeff Jafolla

February 1, 2022

Jim always found time to chat with me at all of our crazy family functions, yes our family is a little nuts, but aren't they all :) He was a genuine guy and always fun to be around. I hope Maureen and his family are holding up well, I'm sure he is greatly missed.

KAREN O'BRIEN

January 31, 2022

Jim was more than a Brother in law, he was a friend. My family and I are very heartbroken over this loss. Jim was the kind of guy that you could talk to about anything... and I mean anything. He was always there for you whenever you needed him. Jim was a presence that will be missed at family parties but he will never be forgotten. Jim please slap John on the head for me...I love you both and miss you guys. Now I am going to have to find a new cornhole partner. You were the best and we are still the "Champions" on the New Board...Rest in Peace Jim and say hello to my friends Bella, Bailey and Luna.....Your favorite sister in law...Karen

Dot Griffith

January 29, 2022

Dear Gina,Bob and family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your father.
Your dad is now your angel looking over your
family.
God Bless!
Dot Griffith and Hank

Prayers and Condolences to the family, friends and everyone that had the pleasure to work with and get to know Sgt. Urbach. Rest well my Brother.

Capt. Bill Dixon

January 28, 2022

Prayers and Condolences to the family, friends and everyone that had the pleasure to work with and get to know Sgt. Urbach.
Rest well my Brother.

Maureen, Joanne, Jackie and all of the Urbach's, I grieve with you over the loss of our Jimmer with whom I, along with Ritchie (Cordes) and the late Joey Cav spent most of our childhood withwe were a crew! There was a time when the Piazzola and Urbach

Joey Piazzola

January 27, 2022

Maureen, Joanne, Jackie and all of the Urbach's,

I grieve with you over the loss of our Jimmer with whom I, along with Ritchie (Cordes) and the late Joey Cav spent most of our childhood withwe were a crew! There was a time when the Piazzola and Urbach family became one when Aunt Choy fell ill and all of us lived together in that tiny row home on Second Street.
We have the fondest of memories of Jimmer to cherish until the day when we all will be together with Jesus in paradise.

Blessings to all,

Cousin Joey Piazzola

Eileen Scheb Lowery

January 27, 2022

Dear Maureen,
I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy. I remember him as my brother Mike’s very good friend. He was always so pleasant around my family. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
With warmest regards,
Eileen Scheb Lowery

Anne McCaul

January 27, 2022

Maureen - I am so very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I'll be keeping you and your family in my prayers

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