James Francis Girardot, of Dayton, Ohio, 85, passed away on November 12, 2022. He was born in Dayton, Ohio, on March 22, 1937, to the late Francis C. and Pearl E. Girardot.
In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his sons, Jeffrey Girardot and Jon Girardot; sister Shirley Wimberly; and brother Tom Girardot.
James loved cooking and took great pride in feeding his family.
James is survived by his children, Jack (Debbie) Girardot, Jill (Jim) Baver, Jay (Mary) Girardot, and Joe (Ann) Girardot; grandchildren, Niki (Jeremy), Tony (Nicole), Chad (Kalie), Ryan (Gaby), Amanda (Anthony), Wesley (Jackie), Lindsey (Len), Jon (Kristina), Mike, Jeremy (Rachel), Jaclyn (Nate), Jon Michael (Kayla), and Robbie; 19 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; sister Diane Wells; brother Ronnie Girardot; as well as numerous other family members and friends.
Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.