James Truman Parenti, Sr.

James Truman Parenti, Sr., age 74, of Walbridge, OH, passed away unexpectedly at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, August 21, 2022. He was born in Boyers, PA to Alexander and Patricia (Morrow) Parenti on April 5, 1948. James owned his own trucking company in Grove City, PA for several years, and drove for FEDEX at the time of his passing.

James was full of life and loved his family above all else.  He enjoyed working with youth and was a baseball coach for many years.  He loved to work on cars and go to the races to watch his son.  James was committed to helping others in need and providing support to loved ones.  He was a great provider for his family and had a generous and giving heart.  James maintained a strong faith in God throughout his life and is now in the arms of Jesus.  He will be deeply missed.

James leaves behind his wife, Charolette; his children, James Jr., Kathy (Michael), Patty (Mario), Tom (Sally), Scott, and Megan; his grandchildren, Emily (Spencer), Rachel, Tori, Aleena, Skyler, Isaiah, Isabella, Ian, Dominic, Wyatt, Nicholas, Jacob, Nate, and Cole; and his great-grandchildren, Dylan, Charlie, and Finn. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Arrangements entrusted to Freck Funeral Chapel, Oregon, OH.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in James’ honor to the non-profit organization he helped start and continued to support: Helping Hands Ministries, Inc. 107 Glacial Till Road, Grove City, PA  16127.