Born on February 22, 1950 in New Brunswick, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Margaret and James T. Kiriakis, Sr.
Jim treasured his family and time spent with loved ones. He put up a valiant fight during his health challenges and will be missed immensely by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
A visitation will be held at Mackey Funerals and Cremations at Woodlawn Memorial Park, located at 1 Pine Knoll Drive, Greenville, SC 29609, on February 25, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with Vigil Prayers beginning at 6:00 pm. A funeral will be held the following day at 12:00 pm at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 1209 Brushy Creek Road Taylors, SC 29687. Committal will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park, 1901 Wade Hampton Blvd, Greenville, SC 29609.
