James E. Capuzzi, Jr., 85, of Hermitage, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020, in his home.

Mr. Capuzzi was born June 2, 1934, in Farrell, a son of the late James, Sr. and Lorna (Lloyd) Capuzzi and attended Farrell High School.

In the 1950's Jimmy was employed by Sharon Steel's former Farrell plant and owned and operated Capuzzi Motors in the 70's.

He had a beautiful smile and was always positive. He had a nature ability for storytelling and loved to embellish them.

Jimmy was an avid boxing fan and competed in amateur boxing when he was younger. He also enjoyed golfing, especially with his son-in-law, Tony.

He looked forward to the Lloyd-Mason reunions and reminiscing about the old days with his cousins.

He is survived by his wife, the former Mary Lou Turner, whom he married October 28, 1968; four children, Julie (Mike) Saverko, of Hermitage, Lorna Smith, of Lordstown, Karla (Anthony) McLusky, of Sharon, and Melanie Capuzzi, of Hermitage; eight grandchildren, Christina Miller and her fiancé Joe, Jason Miller, Jeffrey Rodondi, Nichole Brudowski, Sarah Smith, Brianna Miller, Melisa Capuzzi and Michael Clarke; two great grandchildren, Aria Elfritz and Danica Bliss; a sister, Marilynn Capuzzi, of Chicago, IL; and a brother, Richard "Dick" Capuzzi, of Florida.

Also surviving are two step daughters, Peggy (Don) Turjan, of Hermitage, and Janis (Donald) Rodgers, of Clark; and two step sons, David (Susan) Gollner and William James Gollner, all of Hermitage.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his step mother, Emily Capuzzi; a sister, Catherine Capuzzi; and a son-in-law, John Smith.

Calling hour will be 1 p.m. until the time of the service Tuesday (01/21/2020) in Grace Chapel Community Church, 4075 Lamor Rd., Hermitage, PA.

Memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, in the church, with Rev. Christopher Bobby, officiating.

Interment: Oakwood Cemetery, Hermitage.