James P. Miksza

James P. Miksza obituary, Metuchen, NJ

James P. Miksza

James Miksza Obituary

Published by Legacy on Dec. 14, 2025.
James P Miksza, 81, of Cranford passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025 at his home. Born in Jersey City to Catherine and Frank Miksza, he resided in Cranford since 1976. James received a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Peter's College in Jersey City,
and a Master's Degree from Kean University in Union. He was a social worker for Hudson County Welfare Board for more than 40 years. James was a veteran of the US Army and served during the Vietnam war. He was a member of the American Legion.
James was a voracious reader, and also enjoyed listening to all genres of music. He enjoyed traveling,and Greece was one of his favorite places to visit and tour.
He was predeceased by his siblings Diane Charette and Frank Miksza.
He is survived by his wife, Susan Robichaud Miksza; two brothers, Robert and Stanley Miksza; and his sister in law's, Linda Kativa (Eric); Donna Robichaud (Mark Horvath); Diane Robichaud, and Cathy Miksza. James is also survived by many nieces and nephews, as well as his special cats Maggie and Vanessa.
Memorials may be made to The Bloomfield Animal Shelter, 61 Bukowski Place, Bloomfield, NJ 07003.
Services will be private.

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