James Ochaba Obituary
Born on October 7, 1947, in Butler, he was the son of the late Frank and Maude (Miller) Ochaba.
Jim was a member of the First Baptist Church in Butler. He retired from the army after 21 years of service. He enjoyed watching game shows, visiting the casino, sitting on his porch, and driving his car around. Jim especially loved vacationing out on the beach in Ocean City, MD, and going out to eat with his wife, Sherry.
Jim leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife, Sherry (Savannah) Ochaba; his children, Brian Ochaba and Tracy August; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his niece, Janine Smith; his sister-in-law, Marie Ochaba; his father-in-law, Ronald Savannah; and many other nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brother, Dennis Ochaba.
Private services were entrusted to Boylan Funeral Home and Cremation Center, Inc., 856 Evans City Rd., Renfrew, PA 16053.
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Tracy Lynn August
January 24, 2026
Dad , I always loved you , and always will . Just know that I never ever stopped thinking of you as we were apart . In my heart forever ... I love you dad. Fly with angels
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