James A. Robideau

James A. Robideau obituary, Massena, NY

James A. Robideau

James Robideau Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Phillips Memorial Home - Massena on Feb. 9, 2026.
James A. Robideau of Massena passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Phillips Memorial Home, located at 64 Andrews Street in Massena, NY.

James was born on August 25, 1951, in Potsdam, NY, to the late Howard and Luella (Graves) Robideau. He graduated from Potsdam High School in 1970 and was a longtime employee of Sears in Massena until its closure. He had a passion for computers and was an avid movie collector.

James is survived by his son, James Howard Allen Robideau, of Massena, NY; his sister, Kathy French, and her husband Bruce of Markel, IN; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, James was predeceased by his brother, Howard W. Robideau, and his sisters, Patricia Horton, Marylyn Gardner, Linda Trimm, and Alice, who passed away in infancy.

There are no funeral services or calling hours scheduled at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association in honor of his son.

Family and friends are encouraged to share memories, photos, and condolences online by visiting www.PhillipsMemorial.com

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Phillips Memorial Home - Massena

64 Andrews Street, Massena, NY 13662

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