USMC Veteran CPL James Scotella 28th Division-5th Marines, Iwo Jima survivor, passed away surrounded by family January 16th, 2019. He was born in Detroit, Michigan and made his home in California.
James was preceded in death by his wife Wanda and his children Frank Darryl and Kathleen.
Survived by Brother Sam Scotella (Marie), Brother-in-law Doug Brown, Sister-in-law Adele Michalik (Stan), Brother-in-law Americo Testani (late June), and many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by Sister Antoinette Scarpelli (John), Brother Patrick Scotella (Leona), and Sister Victoria Brown.
Final resting place Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit, Michigan.