Originally from Steubenville, Ohio, Jim attended Steubenville Catholic High School and graduated with the class of 1973. He worked at Weirton Steel for many years and obtained two degrees from the former Jefferson Technical College. After retiring from Weirton Steel, Jim worked various jobs including teaching for John Marshall High School in Moundsville, WV. He finally retired from Bulldog Rack in 2014.
An avid golfer and pianist, Jim shot three holes-in-one and mastered many songs. Jim also loved the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Pittsburgh Penguins, and Notre Dame football. However, the most important aspect of Jim's life was family. He enjoyed planning family trips to Disney World and loved visiting Mickey.
He was a great husband, father, and doggy dad and will be greatly missed.