James R. Giangiulio

James R. "Buzz" Giangiulio, age 87, husband of Sandra L. (Winner) Giangiulio, of Kimberton, PA, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 in the Paoli Hospital. Born on December 20, 1937 in Ardmore, PA, he was a son of the late Silvio "Cecil" A. and Josephine (Conti) Giangiulio.
Buzz graduated from Haverford High School and completed his undergraduate studies at Temple University. He would go on to earn his master's degree in education at the University of Miami. He also honorably served in the United States Army, earning his Parachutist Badge and completing Armored and Infantry School.
Buzz began his teaching career at Ada Merritt Junior High in Little Havana Miami, FL. He soon met Sandra, was married and started his family. Upon his return to Pennsylvania, Buzz continued his teaching career with Tredyffrin-Easttown School District, where he taught social studies and Spanish until his retirement. In support of his wife, Buzz managed the family art gallery, Sandra Giangiulio Galleries, in Phoenixville for many years. He also owned and operated a bookstore, "Laurel Books," for a short period of time, across from the Colonial Theater in Phoenixville.
Buzz was a faithful member of St. Basil the Great Parish in Kimberton, where he formerly served as an usher. He also dedicated over 25 years to volunteering with the East Pikeland Chapter of Meals on Wheels of Chester County, where he served for many years as both Chairperson and Treasurer.
An avid sports fan, Buzz played baseball, football, and wrestled in his youth, and continued throughout adulthood and fatherhood as a coach and staunch supporter of his children and grandchildren in the disciplines. He enjoyed reading, and for many years raised German Shepherd dogs in the family kennel.
In addition to his wife of 60 years, Buzz is survived by three sons, Stephen Giangiulio, Michael, husband of Kathy Giangiulio, and Matthew Giangiulio; and three grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his memorial mass at St. Basil the Great Roman Catholic Church, 2330 Kimberton Road, Kimberton, PA 19442 on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 11:00 am. Officiating will be Rev. John Stokely. Burial will follow in the St. Ann Cemetery, Phoenixville, PA. Friends will be received from 9:30 am - 10:45 am at the church on Thursday morning. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to Meals on Wheels of Chester County by visiting https://mowcc.org/donate%2Fpay-for-meals-1. Arrangements are being handled by the Campbell - Ennis - Klotzbach Funeral Home, Inc., Phoenixville, PA. Condolences may be offered online at www.PhoenixvilleFuneralHome.com.