James P. "Jim" Devita Jr.

James P. "Jim" Devita Jr. obituary, Owego, NY

James P. "Jim" Devita Jr.

James Devita Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home - Owego on Oct. 17, 2025.
James P. "Jim" DeVita, Jr., 76, of Owego, New York, passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025. Jim was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Helen (Augusta) DeVita; sister, Lois Short. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Judy DeVita; two sons, Fred (Sarah) DeVita, James DeVita; daughter, Kimberly DeVita; four grandchildren, Bianca (her mother, Jennifer), Nohl, Quentin, Rocco; his three dogs, Justice, Rue, Mae; his brother and sister-in-law, Ronald and Marilyn DeVita; Godmother, Jennie DeVita; several nieces, nephews and extended family members. Jim graduated from Union Endicott School District and SUNY Canton. He retired as Chief of Police for the Village of Owego. After retirement, Jim took great pride in working on the family farm, DeVita Farms. He also loved helping local farmers and hauling cattle to Empire Livestock. In honoring Jim's wishes there will be no public services.

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November 1, 2025

Jimmy Galpin Jr posted to the memorial.

October 18, 2025

Bob Thompson posted to the memorial.

October 17, 2025

Evelyn Sandt aka Cissy posted to the memorial.

Jimmy Galpin Jr

November 1, 2025

Ms.Judy & Family

I'm so very sorry for your loss. My heart hurts for all of you. To the children. Your father loved all of you and your Mom. He was man, friend and Boss with a huge heart. He didn't judge those that made mistakes and ALWAYS had the gift to lift those people who came to him when they were down and needed someone to talk with.

I have been BLESSED to have him as a Boss, a Friend and a Great Man.

I pray that you reach out to God for comfort and healing.

God Bless you all !

Jimmy Galpin Jr

Bob Thompson

October 18, 2025

Judy, Fred, James, Kimberly & family

My deepest condolences with Jim´s passing. We had many years together in law enforcement and outside. Our kids grew up at the same time and our paths always crossed. Rest in peace my friend.

Bob Thompson

Evelyn Sandt aka Cissy

October 17, 2025

RIP Jim....was always one of my favorite customers every Sunday at the diner. You will be missed by all my friend.....my condolences to Judy and the entire family.

Savannah

October 17, 2025

Fly high Jimmy. It was great meeting you and joking with you every auction day for the last few years. You will be missed by many.

Charles

October 17, 2025

Jimmy you where a great man tagged in lots of cattle that you trucked to the sale and also traded animals with you rip my friend fly high and watch over all of us my friend

Annie Melnyk

October 17, 2025

So sorry Judy, Jim was a great guy, he will be missed.

James e bloodgood

October 17, 2025

Rip jimmy it was my pleasure taging in all the animals u brought in to empire live stock every auction day rest easy till we meet again

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