James Jesse Milano
May 10, 1949 ~ July 6, 2020
James Jesse Milano, 71, of Weirton, passed away Monday, July 6, 2020, in the Weirton Medical Center. He was born May 10, 1949, in Steubenville, OH, the son of the late Jesse and Mary DiFonzo Milano.
A 1967 Madonna High School graduate, Mr. Milano retired from Weirton Steel where he served in the Data Processing Department. Never having met a stranger, he was known for his jovial manner. Because of his soft-spot for all animals, James was a member of the ASPCA, Weirton Steel 25-Year Club and a proud member of the NRA. James was an avid coin collector and enjoyed military history. He proudly served in the United States Army Reserves.
He is survived by his wife Frances Liberto Milano and sisters Linda Cattrell and Lucie Haspel all of Weirton. He also leaves behind his two dogs, Sandie and Sabrina.
Friends will be received Wednesday 4-6 pm at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV. Interment will be held at the convenience of his family.
In accordance with the Covid-19 social distancing precautions, visitors are encouraged to wear masks inside the funeral home during calling hours.
After paying respects to the Milano family, visitors are asked not to linger so others may pay their respects.
Please consider a memorial contribution to Hancock County Animal Shelter, 715 Gas Valley Road, New Cumberland, WV 26047.
Share tributes and memories at www.grecohertnick.com 304-748-3219.
Fran, There are so many memories our family has of our time spent with you and Jim. Picnics, 4th of July fireworks at your house, going to the movies, the time Jim and Mark spent in the Army Reserves together. So many memories. Jim was very special. I remember when he was a DJ on WEIR radio back in the day when you listened to music on the radio. He was AKA “Gentleman Jim”. May God comfort you and give you peace until the day you are together again. RIP JIM.
There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in our hearts.
Milano family: I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was a Sr. at Madonna when I was a freshman; he graduated with my sister Frances and he was always, thru all the years, a kind soul to me. Always acknowledged me no matter where he was and always a smile on his face. Again, I’m very sorry for your loss.
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of James Jesse Milano, give you peace, comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Army Reserve Veteran, James Jesse Milano, is “A True American Hero” God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a nice friend to me very knowledgeable and helpful about life and professional work. I will miss those Wednesday oldies afternoon’s get-togethers.
Milano Family, Very sorry to hear about the passing of Jimmy. It was nice working with all the Milano family. A candle was lit in remembrance
Frannie and all of the Milano family. So sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing. Lots of memories and always smiling. Our deepest sympathy. ~Carl and Donna (DeMarco) Zahn.
Fran, Linda, and Lucy. I will always remember Jim from St. Paul’s grade school, Madonna High, and times we spent together going to gun shows. He was a great guy, and certainly the “Gentleman Jim.”