Photo courtesy of Gaffney Parsons Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc.
Bangor, Pennsylvania
Feb 21, 1952 – Feb 13, 2021 (Age 68)
James E. Giovanni, 68, better known in the Slate Belt as “Mr. G” or “Coach G,” died Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021, at St. Luke's University Hospital, Fountain Hill. He was a longtime resident of Roseto.
Born at Easton Hospital in Wilson, he was the son of the late James and Jennie (Basso)...
Read MorePatti so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He will Rest In Peace. MaryJo Orlandi Laubach
MaryJo Laubach
February 18, 2021 | Easton, PA | Classmate
Coach G was someone so special and dear to my heart not simply because he was my cross country coach but because he went above and beyond to make sure I was taken care of in life. He went to all of my races outside of high school and college and was my number one supporter. I could still hear his voice yelling for me to sprint the last 100 meters of my race. He had a kind and gentle heart and always was there to talk to for anyone who needed an ear to listen. He was dedicated to the sport of...
Angelina Biondo
February 17, 2021 | Pen Argyl, PA | Friend
Pat, Jack & Family,
I am still struggling with the loss of this kind-hearted, energetic and giving soul. Coach G was not only the BEST Running Coach, but he was a mentor, a teacher and a friend. He used his compassion and patience to teach and inspire students to do better. Coach G also had the unique ability to understand and connect with every person he came across. I am so thankful and appreciative he came into our lives. I will never forget all of his support throughout the...
Linda Biondo
February 16, 2021 | Pen Argyl, PA | Friend
My deepest condolences to the family of "Mr. G," one of my most remembered faces at Pen Argyl High School. He was such a kind man with a passion for teaching and coaching. May the beloved memories of him bring some comfort during this difficult time. Rest In Peace.
Randi Fulmer
February 16, 2021 | Student
My deepest sympathy to Jim’s family. Jim truly was one of the good guys. He was one of the nicest people I have known in my life. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word. I enjoyed seeing him almost daily at Pen Argyl High School. My heart is broken to hear of his passing. God must have needed an angel. May Jim Rest In Peace.
Joan Ronca
February 16, 2021 | Pen Argyl, PA | Coworker
My deepest sympathy to Patricia and the Giovanni and Basso families. I have great memories of Jimmy as a classmate but most of all as a friend. May he rest in peace. Marty Diorio
Marty Diorio
February 16, 2021 | Stroudsburg, PA | Classmate
MR. G will be greatly missed. He made learning fun and truly cared about every life he touched. He was such a blessed soul. I am truly sorry to hear of his passing and send my dearest condolences to his family and friends. Rest easy and fly high my dear friend!
Felicia Buss
February 16, 2021 | Wind Gap, PA | Student
Sorry to hear sad news of Jimmy passing. Spent many days on the back roads of the state belt with Jimmy. Heat or freezing weather we put miles in. Sorry is not forever memories are. Dominic Grillo Dunedin Fl
Dominic Grillo
February 16, 2021 | Friend
Jim was such a kind soul! He was so well liked by all the students that have walked the halls of PAAHS! He will be missed!
Sheila Bohanon
February 16, 2021 | Saylorsburg, PA | Coworker