James William Rotunda, age 81, of Mannington, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2019 at his residence. He was born October 31, 1938, in Shinnston, WV a son of the late Anthony “Tony” Rotunda and Rose Kaska Rotunda.
James is survived by his two sons, James William Rotunda Jr. and wife Robin of Fairmont and John Anthony Rotunda of Mannington; two brothers, Bob Rotunda and Sue Weikel of Philadelphia, PA and John Rotunda and Cathy of Fairmont; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his wife, Twila Lea Rotunda who died Dec. 13, 1996; two brothers, Anthony “BoBo” Rotunda and Gary Rotunda; and a sister, Julie Wells.
James was a United States Navy Veteran. He was a lifetime member of the Moose and Elks Lodges in Mannington. He worked for the UMWA Consolidated Coal Co. having retired from Loveridge #22. He enjoyed watching television and movies. He was big WVU Mountaineer and Pittsburgh Pirate fan.
Family and friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main St., Mannington, on Thursday, November 14, 2019 from 2-8:00pm as well as Friday, November 15 from 9-11:00am. Funeral services will begin at 11:00am in the funeral home. Burial will follow at the Mannington Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com and the funeral home facebook page.
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I am so sorry for your loss. Love and prayers for all the family.
John and family,
So sorry for your loss.
Sending love and prayers.
Jimmy& Robin ,so sorry to hear about your Dad .Our hearts and prayers are with you all.
We love yas ,Joe&Jean Carpenter
So very sorry for your loss.
My love to you and the family, John and Cathy. Your faith sees you through the things your heart and head deem too heavy to bear. And you know you always have the love and support of those of us who've had you in our prayers since our babies were babies. I pray for peace and the joy that comes from remembering your family!
Always,
Diana
Jim and I were classmates at Shinnston High School class of 1956. I always looked forward to seeing him at the class reunions and talking about our time in High School. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
RIP Dear Cousin - The John Kaska kids- Sharon -Joe and Kim. Oh how I remember those wonderful Christmas feasts at Aunt Rose’s abd Uncle Shocky’s home in Shinston on the hill. Condolences to all - Love from “The John Kaska Kids”
I have many memories of our childhood and adult life and will miss my brother. Rest in peace, Jim.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.