James Fico Obituary
Rochester-Jim gained his wings on July 11, 2025, after a very short, and painful battle with bladder cancer, at the age of 67. To the ones that mattered, who let him in, and you know who you are…you know that to know Jim, was to love him, beyond all his hype.
He is predeceased by his mother; Jean M. McBride Fico, father; Emanuel J. Fico, stepmother; Evelyn Fico(Angelo) brother; Manuel W. Fico.
He is survived by his son; James C. Fico ll, stepson; William R. Walter, mother to the boys and long time companion/caregiver; Trisha Gates-Walter, sister; Sally R. (Jerry) Bropst, niece; Amanda Fico Miller, her children; Starasia, Jordin and BrandiRose, niece; Sue(Dale) Froman, nephews; Michael(Amanda) Bropst, Keith(Itzbeth) Bropst, aunts, cousins and many special, long time friends.
At Jim’s request there will be no calling hours. A private mass and Celebration of Life will be held at a later time. Jim’s family would like to thank his doctors, nurses and staff at Rochester General Hospital, 6th floor Cancer Unit, for their compassionate care during this very difficult time. Especially to the Palliative Care Team…we honestly can’t thank you enough! We know Jim would want you to know this!
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