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MINERAL RIDGE — James P. Demichele, 74, died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, at Continuing Healthcare at the Ridge.
He was born May 6, 1951, in Youngstown, a son of the late Patrick DeMichele and Georgia Vitullio DeMichele.
James was a 1969 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School. His education continued at Youngstown State University and Ohio State University. He loved golfing and was a member of St. Dominic Church in Youngstown.
A private Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Dominic Church, the same church James was baptized in on July 1, 1951, by the great Father Dominic Rover, O.P.
James was entombed in Lake Park Cemetery.
Arrangements handled by Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Salem Chapel, 1858 E. State St.
This obituary can be viewed at www.higgins-reardon.com.
1858 E State St, Salem, OH 44460

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