JAMES STELLA, age 95 passed away peacefully on January 3rd with his family by his side. Beloved husband of 64 years to Nancy Stella (deceased); loving father of Lynn Lee (deceased), Lori Stella, Lisa Gray (Christopher), and Leslie Molnar (Christopher); devoted grandfather of Nicole MacPherson (Jordan), Brian Newton, Colleen Newton, Abigail Gray, Ian Gray, James Molnar & Caroline Molnar; he adored his two great-grandchildren JP MacPherson and Adelynn MacPherson.He loved spending time with as much family as possible, playing pranks and making people laugh. He was loved by many and will be remembered for his playful spirit and generosity. More than anything, he loved his wife and showered her with bad poetry for over 60 years, and we are comforted knowing they are reunited in heaven, where there is no end to their practical jokes, laughter, or love. Funeral Mass 10 am Tuesday January 10 at Holy Angels Church 18205 Chillicothe Rd. Bainbridge, OH 44023. Private inurnment Knollwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church 9 am until time of service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to his favorite charity, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Online condolences and guest registry www.diciccoandsonsfh.com
