James John Veltri Sr., at age 91, died on April 26, 2018, at home in Stockton, California. Jim was born February 16, 1927, in Saugerties, New York, the son of Joseph Veltri and Mary Cashara, both of Italy. Jim served in the U.S. World War II and on the Stockton Police Department Reserves before working as a carpenter for the City of Stockton. James is preceded in death by his wife of 58 years Jo Ann; and survived by children Michelle Scott, James Veltri Jr., and Franceen Hanley; four grandchildren; and six great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, at DeYoung Memorial Chapel, 601 N. California St, Stockton, CA. There will be a graveside service at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at the San Joaquin Catholic Cemetery.