June 28 1935 January 24 2020
James J. Lemos, 84, of Benicia passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 24th. James was a born and was a lifelong resident of Benicia. Jim worked for more than 32 for the federal government starting at the Benicia Arsenal, then Mare Island, Presidio and finally Travis Air Force Base. He was a huge fan of the Cal Bears, LA Dodgers, Boston Celtics and Benicia High School. Jim was an avid walker and many people met and got to know Jim walking on First Street in Benicia. James is survived by his children Jim Lemos, Eva Lemos, Debra Shaw, Melodee Blankenship, Kathleen Chaney, Randy Kee and Ginger Gaither and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Jackie Cline in 2001. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30th at Passalacqua Funeral Chapel, 901 West 2nd St. in Benicia. A Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, Jan. 31 at St. Dominic Catholic Church. Burial to follow at St. Dominic Cemetery. Family prefers contributions may be made in his memory to Benicia High School. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of James J. Lemos please visit our Sympathy Store.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of James J Lemos June 28 1935 January 24 2020.
Death notice for the town of: Benicia, state: California