NEWTON FALLS: Ralph James (Jim) Capirano 72 passed away Sunday January 25, 2015 at Vista Center at the Ridge with his loving family by his side. Jim was born on October 6, 1942 in Brownsville, PA the son of the late James Stephen & Josephine Rose (Gallo) Capirano. Jim grew up in Allison, PA and has lived in Newton Falls since 1974. Jim was a veteran of the US Army. He was a supervisor at the General Motors plant in Lordstown and just before he retired in 1998 he started Capirano's Pizza in Newton Falls, which he operated for over 17 years along with his son. Jim was a lifetime member and past Officer of the Newton Falls Amvets Post 112. He also was an avid golfer, enjoyed bowling in the leagues and was a huge Pittsburgh sports fan. His memory will be cherished by his daughter, Andrea L. Capirano. his son, Keith (Chip) Capirano both of Newton Falls. Two sisters, Angela Warchak and her husband Allen of Sebring, Florida, sister Barbara Capirano of Warren, Ohio. 2 granddaughters, Marissa and Morgan DiGirolamo and 2 grandsons, Gavin Lubianetzki and Isaiah Digrino. His ex-wife, Judith Capirano, with whom he remained lifelong friends, and his friend, Carol Nalley. Special thanks to the caring staff at Vista Center at the Ridge and Southern Care Hospice. Calling hours will be Wednesday at the James Funeral Home in Newton Falls from 6 to 8 PM where funeral services will be held Thursday at 10:30 am. Ralph will be laid to rest at Greenhaven Memorial Gardens in Canfield where military services will be provided by the Newton Falls Honor Guard. Contributions can be made in his behalf to the Newton Falls Amvets Post 112. Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home 8 East Broad Street Newton Falls, Ohio 44444. 330-872-5440. Family and friends may view the complete obituary online and or to send condolences, please visit us at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com