Dr. James J. Kermes

Dr. James J. Kermes obituary, Glenshaw, PA

Dr. James J. Kermes

James Kermes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Neely Funeral Home on Oct. 29, 2025.

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Dr. James Kermes Obituary Dr. James J. Kermes, age 90 of Valencia, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025.
Husband of Bettina Siciliano Kermes and the late Carol Sweeney Kermes.
Father of Stephanie Lynn Hoover and John William Kermes (Charles Gunheim).
Step Father of Thomas D. Halligan Sr. (Tina) and Stacy L. Lucas.
Grandfather of T.J. Halligan, Sara Lucas, Olivia Hoover and Lauren Lucas.
Son of the late John and Katherine Kermes.
Preceded in death by his siblings Constantine J. Kermes, Anna Argyros Doulgeris, Irene Kelly, and Helen Meraklis.
Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Dr. Kermes received his undergraduate degree from California University of Pennsylvania, his Master's degree from Duquesne University and his Doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh. With 41 years in education, he served as a teacher, Principal, and Director of Personnel for both Millvale and Shaler Area School Districts.
Visitation Friday October 10th from 2 PM until the time of the Trisagion at 7 PM at Neely Funeral Home, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw.
Funeral Service on Saturday the 11th at 11 AM at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 985 Providence Blvd., Pgh 15237. Everyone Please Meet At Church.
In lieu of flowers memorial in his name made to Holy Trinity.
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