James "Jim" M. Boffo

James M. Boffo, 81, of New Sewickley Twp., passed away Friday, November 29, 2024, in Concordia at Villa St. Joseph, Baden.

Born December 30, 1942, in Rochester, he is the son of the late Leon and Mary (Lewarchik) Boffo.  His mother taught him to be patient, courteous and kind. His father taught him to be curious and hardworking. Meticulous is the standard Jim set for himself.

He and his father started Boffo Motors in New Brighton in the late 1950’s. Jim has run this specialty automotive shop ever since.

A talent for fabrication and performance car building led Jim to build his first SCCA race car when he was in his early 20’s. This blossomed into a successful racing career with his Mini Cooper which led to numerous divisional championships and national accolades.

Jim was always happy when he was in the shop building, repairing and solving mechanical problems on the racing cars and sports cars for his many customers.

Together Jim and Diane enjoyed dancing to the oldies, growing beautiful flowers and petting the many special cats who found a home with them.

Proudly, Jim served 6 years in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve attaining the rank of Sergeant.

Jim is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Diane (Benko) Boffo; a brother, Gary (Cherie) Boffo, Wellsville, OH, sister, Ellen Boffo, Durham, NC, niece Whitney, nephew Maxfield and sister-in-law Wendy Boffo. He was preceded in death by his brother Thomas.

Friends will be received Wednesday, December 4, 2024, from 2 to 6 p.m. in J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Ave, New Brighton.  A celebration of life will follow at 6:30 p.m. in the funeral home with Jim Boyd officiating.

Private interment will be held in Lakewood Memorial Gardens, Cheswick, Pa.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Jim’s name to the PVGP Charities (www.givebutter.com) or to a pancreatic cancer charity of your choice.

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