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James Miglio Obituary
Born: November 27, 1948 in LaSalle
Died: August 5, 2025 in Houston, TX
James Paul Miglio, 76, of Houston, TX, formerly of LaSalle, passed away in Houston on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon, Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the Mueller-Pagani Funeral Home, LaSalle with Rev. J.A. Small of the LaSalle Catholic Parishes officiating. Burial will follow in St. Vincent's Cemetery, LaSalle. Full military rites will be conducted by the LaSalle-Oglesby Veterans Memorial Group. Visitation will be 10:00 AM until the time of services Saturday at the funeral home.
Born on November 27th, 1948, in LaSalle, to Frances and Dorothy (Kasza) Miglio, Jim was a proud graduate of LaSalle-Peru Township High School and LPO Junior College (now Illinois Valley Community College). He went on to earn his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (B.S.M.E.) from the University of Illinois and obtained his Professional Engineering license.
Jim married Holly Swanson on November 1, 1975 at Grace United Methodist Church in LaSalle.
Jim honorably served six years in the United States Marine Corps Reserves as a helicopter gunner. He carried the discipline and sense of duty from his service into his professional life.
A dedicated mechanical engineer, Jim devoted over 30 years of his career to Fluor Corporation, specializing in fired heaters and exchange systems. His work ensured the safe processing of noxious gases, protecting both the environment and the communities surrounding industrial facilities. Known for his integrity, he never hesitated to speak up when safety or quality was at stake.
In addition to his professional achievements, he will be remembered for his steadfast principles, his deep devotion to family, and his courage in standing up for what he believed was right.
Jim is survived by his wife, Holly of Houston, TX; his son, Joe of Houston, TX; his brother, Mike Miglio and wife, Lori of Peru; and his sister, Mary Stachowicz and husband, Joe of LaSalle. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, Francis Miglio; his mother, Dorothy Miglio; and his brother, Rick Miglio.
Pallbearers will be Joe Miglio, Michael Miglio, Neill Stachowicz, Michael Gift, Luke Smith, and Scott Mokrzycki.
The online guestbook may be viewed and remembrances shared at www.MuellerFH.com.
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