James Gerard Stabile's Obituary
Mr. James Gerard Stabile, born on April 26, 1961 in San Diego,California to Melva and Joseph Stabile, passed away at age 57 on October 12, 2018. James lived in San Diego his entire life and graduated from Mission Bay High School in 1979. James was a hard-working man, taking on many different roles during his time here. However, more importantly, he was a loving husband and father. James was the beloved husband of Joni Stabile. James was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Melva Stabile; brothers Joseph and John Stabile; and sister, Mary Gentillalli. James is survived by his wife, Joni, his son, Jordan Stabile, his daughters, Grace and Clare; brothers, Michael, Mark and Paul Stabile; and sisters Jeanne Stabile and Julie Hollis; and numerous nieces and nephews. James’s hobbies included hiking, taking road trips, taking selfies, cooking and making adobo, watching movies, taking evening strolls through Walmart, giving gifts to his wife each night, watching the Chargers win, watching the Warriors lose, motivating others and ensuring he would always leave everyone with a smile on their face. James was a prayer warrior and will forever be remembered for his passion for Christ and his Catholic Faith and bringing everyone he met closer to God. James, we love you forever, may you know God, love God and serve God all the days of your life.
James’ family would like to thank everyone for their loving support and prayers during this difficult time.
Friends and family can pay their respects at the Visitation on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. and Rosary Prayer Service recited 7:00 p.m. at the Clairemont Mortuary Chapel located at 4266 Mt. Abernathy Avenue, San Diego, CA 92117. His Celebrate of Life at the funeral Mass on Friday, October 19, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. held at the St. Mary Magdalene located at 1945 Illion Street Drive San Diego, Ca 92110. The burial will follow the funeral mass at the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery.
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