james fresco
James Fresco, 88, of Weirton, formerly of Garwood, NJ, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at the Weirton Geriatric Center. Born January 12, 1918 in Newark, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret Alfano Fresco. James was also preceded in death by his wife Marie Roseberry Fresco, brothers Louis, George and Domenic; sisters Theresa Esposito and Rose Fresco and granddaughter Jeri Ann Sabadics. James retired from National Lead Company where he worked as a core maker. He was a member of St. Paul Roman Catholic Church. James was most happy when he was spending time with his family and wintering in Florida. He was an excellent dancer and a life-long NY Yankees fan. James’s survivors include his sons Joseph of Nazareth, PA and James S. of Waverly, PA; daughter Joann Grace and her husband Jeff of Weirton; grandchildren Heather and Christopher Fresco, Lisa Sabadics, Jamie and Eddie Grace and James and John Fresco. The family will receive friends Saturday from 9 until the 10AM Memorial Liturgy with Mass at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church. Reverend Father Tony Thurston will officiate. Entombment will be in Saint Paul Cemetery Mausoleum Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, 140 Walnut Street, Weirton, WV 26062. Share tributes and memories with his family at www.grecohertnick.com Funeral Home: Greco Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV US 26062

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  1. Poppie, I am going to miss you so much, but I know that you are now with Grandma. I will always remember spending summer days at the house in Garwood and playing in the backyard. I will always remember coming over and seeing you and Grandma cooking our favorite foods and watching the Yankees play. I keep our memories together in a special place in my heart and when I look back at photos and video, I can smile and remember all the good times we had. I love you and miss you. HEATHER


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