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James O'Donnell

James O'Donnell

James M. O'Donnell, 62, of Valencia went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, Jan. 8, 2021, with his beloved wife by his side.

Born in Pittsburgh on Sept. 5, 1958, he was the son to the late John and Virginia O'Donnell.

Jim served his country honorably with the United States Army. He was a systems technician for Verizon for over 30 years where he met his wife. He enjoyed fishing, history, music, especially great guitarists, like Roy Buchanan, Pittsburgh sports, and riding his mower to think and pray. He was known to be very diplomatic and to have an extremely strong faith. He was an excellent husband and father who loved to be with his family.James was the husband of Colleen (Cullen) O'Donnell for 31 years; father of Kristie (Dave) Falk, Gary M. Branscum, Kaitlyn Christie and Kylee O'Donnell; brother of John O'Donnell, Gary (Linda) O'Donnell, Paul (Karen) O'Donnell, Patricia (Ron) Curilla and Maryann (Brian) Hilliard; grandfather of Brianna, Bradley, Bailey, Elizza and Elliot. He is also survived by many loved nieces and nephews.O'Donnell — All services for James M. O'Donnell, who died Friday, Jan. 8, 2021, will be held privately through the SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 New Castle Road, Butler.In lieu of flowers donations may be made to colon cancer research.Please visit www.spencerdgeibel.com.

Thank You for your service.

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