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James Mazza Obituary
Sep 8, 1937 - Jun 20, 2023
Sandusky
James Peter "Jim" Mazza, 85, of Sandusky, passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at Stein Hospice Care Center.
Jim was born Sept. 8, 1937, in Sandusky, to Evo A. and Stella S. (Shebesta) Mazza. He married Traudel Hanss on Jan. 14, 1988, and she survives.
Jim served his country in U.S. Marine Corp. from 1956-1958. He worked for New Departure until his retirement in 1988. He loved music and started a DJ business in 1979 and has been entertaining the people of Sandusky ever since. In his spare time, Jim loved golfing and spending time with his family.
In addition to his wife, Jim is survived by his children, Kathy (James) Thompson, Jim "Jimbo" Mazza, and Dawn Mazza, all of Sandusky; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two stepdaughters; five stepgrandchildren; five stepgreat-grandchildren; brother, Eugene (Karen) Mazza of Tucson, Arizona; and sister, Kathy (Jerry) Acierto of Milan.
A private family celebration of life will be at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to Stein Hospice of Sandusky, 1200 Sycamore Line, Sandusky, Ohio, 44870.
Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory is assisting family with arrangements.
Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Charla Flettner Sage
June 24, 2023
I have been dancing to Jim's music since I was in my 20's. He was always the friendliest person I have ever met. Always greeted me and lays had a smile for all. My deepest sympathy to you all. JIMBO
John and Sue Brutsche
June 24, 2023
Aunt Traudel and family, so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers
Jaya
June 23, 2023
Jim was such a friendly person, so easy to connect with. I met him 26 years ago when I was 15 and he came into my dad's health food store while I was working there. He would always stop to chat and show a genuine interest in how I was doing. Still, for many years Jim made time to visit me and my family at our house and say hello and check-up on us. It was wonderful to see him every time. Jim made time to show sincere care about my well-being and he understood that I struggled with epilepsy. I saw him at the Memorial Day parade and he still seemed upbeat. We will really miss his visits. Jim was a good man.
Diane Moore & Tim Nesselhauf
June 23, 2023
Jim was the greatest neighbor anybody could wish for and an all around great person. So very intelligent! Always stopping by to share his latest invention and Night Club plans and dreams with Tim and me. I always looked forward to chatting with him when I was outside and heard his garage door open. He will be truly missed by many. R.I.P. Jim. Dance with the angels my friend.
Jeff Fantozzi
June 23, 2023
Hard to believe! Just spoke to you a couple weeks ago! Thoughts and Prayers to you and your whole family!
Linda Stutzman
June 23, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss, Jim was loved by all as much as he loved music .If they allowed a car in Heaven he´d be rideing around in his T bird with music playing.
Jim and rochelle poggiali
June 22, 2023
Dancing in heaven now. RIP Jimmy. You were so loved and such a fun guy!
John and Patty Colvin
June 22, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Jim will be greatly missed by us. We were very blessed with his friendship. John and Patty Colvin
butch lazzara
June 22, 2023
great man will be missed rest in peace good friend
Cris Cattano
June 21, 2023
Heaven gained a great man. I will remember Jim for his great love of music and all the joy he brought to people through music. God bless you Jim. .
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