January 01, 1970


Age 30, of Ross Twp., passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 16, 2016; Beloved son of Jesse and Valerie (Donovan) Stoltz; Proud father of Elijah James Stoltz. Loving brother of Jessie Paul, Gena and Ashley Stoltz of Chippewa. and Jim and Patty Febinger, USArmy, South Carolina. Cherished grandson of Rita and the late Robert Donovan, and the late Sally & Ernie Stoltz. Also survived by his muse & the love of his life, Rebecca Platek Saunders and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and friends. Viewing Saturday and Sunday from 2-4 & 6-8PM at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME INC., 806 Perry Hwy, Ross Twp. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Sebastian Church on Monday, 10AM. James was & always will be, a superhero to his son EJ, who deeply loved his Dad. He was warrior, fighting everyday against the demons that tormented him, depression, addiction and the unforgiving negativity. In James words: “I am a father, a son, a grandson, a nephew, a brother, a good person. I am a man, nothing more and nothing less.”

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  • Christina

    I am so sorry for all of your loss and to his Mother Mrs. Stoltz I couldn’t imagine what your going through you were his best friend. My prayers are with all of you every day.

  • Al & Sandra James

    Dear Valerie & Jessie. So very sorry to hear your sad news, our deepest condolences. Unfortunately, we are out of town and will not be able to attend, but will be in touch when we get back. Always In our prayers and thoughts. Sandra & Al

  • Jessica Randolph

    So sorry for your loss. I can only imagine how much you are all hurting right now. James and I were very good friends and i cared a lot for him. He is the sweetest guy I have ever met! I’m truly going to miss him so much! He may be gone but will Never be Forgotten.

  • CONNIE BLACK

    VALERIE AND JESSE- SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY.

  • Patty Popadyn

    Valerie, I am so sorry for the loss of your Son. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family. You will be in my Prayers.

  • Renae Ruppersberger

    Valerie and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathy, Renae

  • Cynthia Campbell-Stern

    Valerie and family, My husband and I are so sorry for your loss. I apologize in advance for not being able to attend your son’s service but we are going out of town. With deepest Sympathy Cynthia and Mike Stern

  • Colin and Karen Fischer

    Jesse and Valerie, No words can describe how profoundly sad we all are, We pray James has now found peace. With love and support, we all will get through this. One Day At A Time Colin and Karen

  • April Retherford

    Valerie, Please accept my heartfelt condolences, words cannot begin to express the sadness you are feeling right now. I am praying for you to get through this. God bless you and may the soul of your son rest in the everlasting peace of Christ Almighty. Sincerely, April Retherford

  • Sandra Mercurio

    Jessie and Valerie, I am so sorry for your loss, you and the family are in my prayers.

  • Dana Lerner

    Jesse & Val, there are no words that could ever come close to express how very sorry I am. My heart aches so deeply for you. Jamie was an amazing young man, that i know would do anything he could for his family. His love, and memory will live on in all of the lives he’s touched. May he stand tall, and proud forever in God’s kingdom. All of my love, and prayers to you both, and all who loved him. I’ll see you later, James…

  • Jim Febinger

    I miss you already little brother!

  • Roxane Wright

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Roxane

 

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