James A. Bockmiller's Obituary
James A. Bockmiller, age 59, of Cleveland passed away Friday December 29, 2023 at Fairview Hospital.
Born in Parma, he grew up in North Olmsted. He had resided in Cleveland since 2008 after moving from Fairview Park.
James worked for Kiffer Industries in Cleveland for many years.
His favorite hobby was gardening and sharing his huge tomatoes to family and friends.
He is survived by his brother, Jacob T. Bockmiller Jr. of Elyria, sisters Mary Ann Milliken (Ronald) of North Ridgeville and Joanne Bockmiller of Smithfield, RI, nephew, Nathan Milliken, nieces Jenna Hedges (Jordan), Erin (Peti Kiss) Milliken and Emily (Mac Clough) Milliken, great nephew Joshua Jones.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Rita Bockmiller, infant brother Jacob and brother Thomas G. Bockmiller.
Private services will be held.
Memorial contributions in James’ Memory are suggested to Kidney Foundation of Ohio www.kfohio.org
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