James "Jim" Sphar

James E. “Jim” Sphar

James E. “Jim” Sphar, 61, of Venetia, died Wednesday, August 10, 2022 in his home.

He was born December 4, 1960 in Washington of Marion Wallace Sphar of Venetia and the late Clayton Sphar.

Jim was a graduate of Peters Township High School, member of Wright’s UM Church and was a professional waiter at numerous area restaurants, most recently Atria’s in McMurray where he worked for a number of years.  Jim enjoyed gardening and tending to his many chickens, ducks, turkeys, peacocks and beloved dog Yasper. He was a classic film buff and enjoyed attending musicals.  Jim also operated his own Christmas tree farm in Venetia for many years.

Surviving in addition to his mother are one brother; David (Barbara) Sphar of Eighty-Four, two sisters; Kim Boehme (John Debord) of Venetia and Lorraine (David) Marlett of Upper St. Clair and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 11am to 2pm Sunday in Kegel Funeral Home, Inc. David P. Kegel, Supervisor 3560 Washington Avenue, Finleyville.  Funeral services will be held 2pm Sunday in the Funeral Home with Rev. Richard Roberts officiating.  Private interment will be held in Maple Creek Cemetery, Charleroi.  Memorial donations can be made to the American Diabetes Assoc. P.O. Box 7023 Merrifield, VA 22116-7023

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