James Symula Obituary
James (Jamie) K. Symula
March 15, 2025, at age 62, Jamie is predeceased by his father James Symula. He is survived by his wife Charlene, by his daughter Kaitlin and his stepchildren Michael, Rebecca, and Lilah Barrett; his mother, Angela, and his sisters Laurie (John) Parmely and Lisa (Charlie) Langton; his aunt Cheryl Gresock, cousins Doug (Nicole) and Al (Beth); his nephews Zach and Josh Parmely and Will (Brittany) and James Nahikian; and his great nephew William Michael Nahikian; and friends. Jamie died suddenly on Saturday, March 15. Jamie was a history major who enjoyed working in restaurants until he moved to the American Brass where he finished his career. Jamie was a major fan of the Buffalo Bills, the Sabres, the Red Sox and Blue Jays, and the Celtics. He enjoyed discussing games with others and sharing opinions and insights.
Jamie was blessed with many unique and close friends. We thank all of them for their heartfelt condolences.
In the words that Jamie loved, “Be Good, Do Good, God Bless, Go Bills!” (Josh Allen; quarterback of the Buffalo Bills)
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