Independence, Ohio
James E. O'Meara III, age 88. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn N. (nee Pekarek). Loving father to James E. IV (Aida), Cathleen A. Coakley (Steve), Michael J. (Erin) and John P. Dear grandfather to James V, Laura, Mary, Elizabeth, Alexandra, Charlotte, Zachary, Gavin, Katie, Allie, Kylie, Kloie, and Kinsley. Son of the late James E. Jr. and Margaret (nee Reister). Brother to Thomas (Pat), Terrence (Debra) and the late Mary Catherine. Visitation WEDNESDAY, October 30, 2024 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at FORTUNA FUNERAL HOME 7076 Brecksville Rd, Independence, OH, 44131. Mass of Christian Burial FRIDAY, November 1, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John Nepomucene Church (East 50th & Fleet Ave) (PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH) Interment Calvary Cemetery.
I was very fortunate to work with Jim on his high school football crew along with Jim Demetriu, Jim Jares and Steve Gibson. Jim was an excellent "rules man" and a true gentleman. His weekly pregame card tricks were always a hit. RIP, my friend. Forty years of Friday Night Lights.
Michael Hayes
October 30, 2024 | Friend
RIP Jim. True gentelman and one of the "good guys." Bob Cermak, Cleveland Division of Police
Robert J Cermak
October 30, 2024 | Work
He was a great guy. I learned from him.
Patrick Check
October 30, 2024 | Friend
RIP Jim. A truly good man. God bless. Safe home. Mike Corrigan
michael corrigan
October 29, 2024 | Friend
