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James Stafford Obituary
James R., Jr, age 57, died on Tuesday, November 8. James is survived by his loving wife, Amy and dearest children, James R. Stafford, III and Jacob A. Stafford. James is the dearest son of Mary and the late James Stafford. He is the brother of Don, John, Joseph, Vincent and Gina and loving uncle and dear friend of many. Jim Stafford was the founder and owner of Stafford Jewelers and was a jeweler and business owner for over 35 years. He was a wellrespected entrepreneur, with a trailblazing spirit that was sparked at a young age. Jim's standard was excellence, earning him the reputation as a highly regarded jeweler and business owner. Given all of his success in business, nothing equaled the passion and love that Jim had for his family. His greatest accomplishment was his marriage to his wife, Amy and raising his two sons, Jimmy and Jacob. His true happiness was spending time with his family, from projects that he enjoyed around the house, to travelling the world. He was humbly generous person with his family and friends and enjoyed the purposeful and genuine life that he created. Visitation Friday, November 11 at the Gilligan Funeral Home, 8225 Montgomery at Galbraith from 4 to 6 PM. Memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 350 Erkenbrecher Ave., Cinti OH 45229. Condolences may be expressed at:
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Memories and Condolences
for James Stafford
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Marla Weiss
November 5, 2023
Jim will forever be remembered . And held dear to my heart. We all had many years with many great times.
Marla
November 23, 2016
Amy , although it has been a while since we have seen you and Jim,we remember the good times you had together with all of us, we will keep you and your family in our prayers. Bonnie and Don White
Cynthia Muhlhauser
November 14, 2016
Rick and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. Jim will be missed by so many people in our community. He was such a gentleman and outstanding business man.
Marla Weiss-Walko
November 11, 2016
Sending much love, peace & prayer to you all. Jimbo will always hold a speacial spot in my heart.
Kim Staff
November 11, 2016
Our love and empathy go out to the entire Stafford family. We had so many fun times and memories with all of you. With Love, The Staff Family
November 10, 2016
Sending my condolences to the family. May God give you strength and peace during this difficult time. Psalm 29:11
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Gilligan Funeral Home - Kenwood8225 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236
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