James D'Alessandro

JAMES J. D'ALESSANDRO age 67, beloved husband for 45 years of Christine (nee DeJohn); loving father of James M., and twins Thomas (wife Amanda) and Michael (wife Paige); devoted "PAPA" of Leo, Zoey, Matthew and Thomas; cherished son of Jacqueline (nee Fasciano) and the late Michael D'Alessandro; dearest brother of Gary (wife Carol), Lynn Kostura (husband Gary), Robert (wife Annie), Mary Anne Matcham (husband Ronald), Michael (wife Jamie) and John; dear son-in-law of the late Ross, Sr. and Carmella (nee Liuzzo) DeJohn; treasured brother-in-law of Ross and Patricia DeJohn, Michael and the late Cathy DeJohn, Robert and Lori DeJohn and Carla and Michael Prusak; dear nephew, uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend of many.

Jim was born in Cleveland on January 3, 1959 and graduated from Brush High School in 1977. He went on to create D'Alessandro Landscaping, which he proudly owned and operated for over 40 years.

Jim spent his free time grilling and smoking barbeque, cruising the Caribbean with his brothers and family, and spending time with his grandchildren. He loved classic rock, Chevy Corvettes, and Cleveland sports. He was a longtime season ticket holder of the Cleveland Browns. Jim was a strong supporter of cancer research and walking for The Gathering Place and Light the Night.

His greatest joy was spending time with his family, whether hosting parties, attending family gatherings, or showing up to every single special event in his children's and grandchildren's lives. Jim's devotion to his family was unmatched and his grandchildren were everything to him.

Jim leaves behind a legacy of honesty, generosity, humor and patience, and he will be greatly missed by all who loved him.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Jim to Reserve Care (formerly Hospice of the Western Reserve), St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or The Gathering Place. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, May 4, 2026 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church at 10 AM. Burial following at All Souls Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of Jim at THE DeJOHN FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATIONS CENTER OF CHESTERLAND 12811 CHILLICOTHE ROAD (Rt. 306, just south of Mayfield Rd.) SUNDAY, 1-6 PM.