James DeGaetano, Jr., a lifelong resident of the Bronx, died on July 21, 2025. He was 67.
Mr. DeGaetano was born on August 3, 1957 in the Bronx to James and Carmen (Maldando) DeGaetano. For many years before his retirement he worked as a foreman in the construction industry.
He is survived by his wife, Elida (Nikollaj) DeGaetano; his daughter, Nikki DeGaetano; his sons, James DeGaetano III and Bardi Bejko; his grandson, Anthony James DeGaetano; and his sister, Lisa DeGaetano Bauknecht.
Visiting will be Thursday from 4-8pm at John Dormi & Sons Funeral Home, 1121 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday at 10am at St. Francis Xavier Church, 1703 Lurting Avenue, Bronx. Interment will follow at Rose Hills Memorial Park, 101 Mill Street, Putnam Valley.
