God came and opened his arms and brought his son James home on Friday 12-15-23 at 2:50 am, where he was surrounded by family and friends. James 57 was born and raised in Utica, NY where he was head of security of Utica University and later settled in Atlantic City, NJ where he pursued the Automotive Industry. James was predeceased by James and Alice Saponaro. He is survived by his true love and fiancé Karen Friedman, Daughter Chante Saponaro, Three grandchildren A’mariano, Carina and Bella. Who he never stop talking about and loved dearly! Sister Joanne and Frank McBride of Clemmons, NC. Brother John and Liz Saponaro of Zebulon, NC. Brother Daniel Saponaro and Fiancé Beth Lusk of Utica, Ny. Many Nieces and Nephews Terri Blasi of Point Pleasant, NJ. Drs. Kristin and Jerry Rebo of Siloam, NC. Danielle and John Mabe of Eagle Rock, NC. Ashley and Kevin Barton of Yorkville, Ny and Daniel Saponaro of Whiting, NJ who was like a son to James. Marc and Caitlin Perry of Sauquoit, NY. Great nieces and nephews Anthony, Mia, Noah, Emily, Alivia, Alexander, and Ryann. James had many close friends who he loved dearly Jackie DeGristina Camello, Star Saponaro, Tim Hajec and Howard Del Rosario. He left behind Three special Fur Babies that he loved so much Moosie-Lucy, Snaggle-waggle, and Arielle Grace. James loved to sit on the Boardwalk and people watch and listen to the ocean, and enjoyed the casino life with all the action. In lieu of flowers, there is a GoFundMe account https://gofund.me/27850067 to help the family with this unexpected costs with James passing. A Celebration of life will be held in North Utica on James birthday on 1-16-24 and will be located at North End Bar and Tap from 4pm-close. Please come and cherish all your memories and say goodbye as James was not scared and passed peacefully he wanted to go out with a party! God bless
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