James "Jimmy" Comunale

James "Jimmy" Comunale obituary, Wilmerding, PA

James "Jimmy" Comunale

James Comunale Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Alfieri Funeral Home, Inc. on Oct. 20, 2025.
James "Jimmy" Comunale, of North Huntingdon, peacefully passed on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the age of 59, with his loving family at his side. Jimmy was the devoted husband of Pam (Mervos) Comunale. Loving stepfather of Caitlin (Kevin) O'Donnell and Paul (fiancé Roxanne) Rubinstein; adoring pap of Rhys and Margaux O'Donnell. Jimmy is also survived by his sisters, Constance (William) Darnley, Julie (Lorne) Aubin and Lisa (Gary) Howell, niece, Brooke Howell, nephew, Joshua Howell, uncle, Walter Snyder, numerous cousins, and all who loved him. He was preceded in passing by his parents, James "Fats" and Bernadette (Snyder) Comunale.
Jimmy worked as a teacher for the West Mifflin School District for 28 years. He cared about his students and took great pride in being a teacher. Before teaching, he worked at Ross Appliance for many years. For the past 30 years, he enjoyed his annual Carlisle trip with "the guys". Jimmy also enjoyed mountain biking, beach trips and fun-filled pool days with Pam and his friends. He was a pizza aficionado and also enjoyed cooking, his specialty was spinach pie. Jimmy was also a talented and decorated woodworker. He will always be remembered for his generous and kind spirit, how he always gave to everything, and how everyone always wanted to be around him.
Family and friends are welcome on Wednesday from 3pm to 7pm and Thursday from Noon to 7pm at Alfieri Funeral Home, Inc., 201 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, Pa 15148, 412-824-4332. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday at 10am at St. Angela Merici Church of Mary Mother of God Parish, White Oak. Everyone is asked to meet directly at the church. Jimmy will be laid to rest at Jefferson Memorial Park, West Mifflin. Please visit us at www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences.
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Mary Ellen & Rocko Monack

October 24, 2025

Mr. Comunale was my grandson, Rocko's, favorite teacher. He will be greatly missed by ALL the Staff, Teachers,Parents and Children of West Mifflin School District. Thank you for all you did for our kids. RIP

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Cheri Jackel

October 21, 2025

Dear Pam & family
So sorry for your loss-much too young
Cheri & Guy Jackel

Nicole Jenkins (Ruber)

October 21, 2025

I graduated in 2005 and still remember him as a teacher. He was a great teacher. He made the kids laugh and was supportive when you needed a little extra help. I'm really sorry to hear of his passing.

Kalana johnson

October 20, 2025

He made me so happy he was the best teacher ever

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