James Richard Parma

James Richard Parma obituary, Mesa, AZ

James Richard Parma

James Parma Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wyman Cremation & Burial Chapel on Feb. 10, 2026.
James Richard Parma, 61, suddenly passed away February 4, 2026 at Banner Heart Hospital in Mesa, AZ. He was born February 3, 1965 in Conneaut, OH to Donald Anthony Parma, Sr. and Dolores Anita (Helberg) Parma. James graduated from Conneaut High School in 1983. He loved working with the public from the time he was a little boy delivering newspapers to later becoming a Pharmacy Tech and Manager at Walgreen's. He also enjoyed spending time at local casinos as well as taking annual trips to Country Thunder USA Music Festival with friends when he could. James was preceded in death by his father Donald Parma, Sr. and two sisters, Anita Parma and Toni Parma. James is survived by his mother Dolores (Helberg) Parma of Mesa, AZ, two brothers, Donald Parma, Jr. of Geneva, OH, Michael Parma of Chalfont, PA and one sister, Mary (Parma) Mario of Gilbert, AZ. James is also survived by his siblings children, Crystal Lancaster, Emily Wolske and Caleb Wolske of Geneva, OH and Jayme Miner, Isabella Miner, Conner Miner and Jack Mario, all of Mesa, AZ. No services will be held.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support James's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor James Parma's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign James Parma's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?