Dedicated family man James J. Di Fiore 96, devoted husband for 64 years of the late Mary T. Di Fiore, passed away December 29, 2021 in Greenville, SC. Born in Brooklyn NY, he was the son of the late Jack and Lucia Di Fiore. James was a former resident of Staten Island, NY and a partner in the Architectural Firm Di Fiore & Giacobbe. He honorably served in the US Coast Guard and was a Veteran of WWII. James was beloved by his family.
He is survived by his two daughters, Jacquelyn Colucci of Staten Island, NY and Lucille Herwald and her husband Kurt A. Herwald of Greenville, SC; and grandson, Derek W. Herwald. In addition to his parents and beloved wife Mary, James was predeceased by his loving companion Stella Sheping.
A Funeral Mass for family and close friends will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 309 Gower St., Greenville, SC 29611 with military honors following. The family kindly requests in person attendees be fully vaccinated and wear a face mask. A private entombment will be held in the Serenity Mausoleum at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Greenville, SC. Those who wish to virtually attend the service may view the Live Stream by clicking on the “Watch Livestream” button located on the main obituary page.
In lieu of flowers, his family encourages memorials to be made to St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 309 Gower St., Greenville SC 29611.
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