James Geraci

Rev. Mr. James L. Geraci, age 84, passed away Thursday, September 9, 2021 in Sharonville. He was born May 3, 1937 to the late Gus and Isabelle Geraci. James is survived by his loving daughters, Kathleen (Mark) Stall and Karen (Michelle Davenport) Geraci; treasured grandchildren, Emily (Jake) LaForge, Elyse (Eric) Smith, Claire Stall, and James Stall; and cherished great grandchildren, Simon, Gus, and Ruby.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 63 years D. Janet Geraci (nee Renner).

James was a veteran of the U.S. Navy as well as a proud graduate of both Roger Bacon High School and Xavier University. James and his wife ran James L. Geraci & Associates until he became disabled at the age of 46. Never content to rest on his laurels, James answered the call to his strong faith and attended the Athenaeum of Ohio and was ordained a permanent Deacon in 1990; he served his community by ministering to local hospitals and prison facilities. Eventually James retired to Cottingham Retirement Community, where he was so deeply admired by the staff. The family of James is grateful to Cottingham Retirement Community for their devotion and care. James was the kindest, most generous man who was completely devoted to his family. He always had a kind word or a story to make someone smile.  

Visitation will take place Tuesday Sept. 14th from 10:00 am until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Reading with Fr. Matt Robben as celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in James’s honor to Roger Bacon Highschool, 4320 Vine Street, Cincinnati OH 45217. Online condolences may be expressed at www.mrfh.com.