James “Jim” M. Boffo, 81, of New Sewickley Township, passed away on November 29th, 2024, in Concordia at Villa St. Joseph, Baden.

He was born on December 30th, 1942, in Rochester, the son of the late Leon and Mary (Lewarchik) Boffo. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Thomas. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Diane (Benko) Boffo, a brother, Gary (Cherie) Boffo of Wellsville, Ohio, sister, Ellen Boffo of Durham, North Carolina, niece Whitney, nephew Maxfield and sister-in-law Wendy Boffo.

His mother taught him to be patient, courteous and kind. His father taught him to be curious and hardworking.

He and his father started Boffo Motors in New Brighton in the late 1950’s. Jim has run this specialty automotive shop ever since.

A talent for fabrication and performance car building led Jim to build his first SCCA race car when he was in his early twenties. This blossomed into a successful racing career with his Mini Cooper which led to numerous divisional championships and national accolades.

Jim was always happy when he was in the shop building, repairing and solving mechanical problems on the racing cars and sports cars for his many customers.

Together Jim and Diane enjoyed dancing to the oldies, growing beautiful flowers and petting the many special cats who found a home with them.

He also proudly served 6 years in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve attaining the rank of Sergeant.

Friends will be received Wednesday, December 4th, from 2 to 6 p.m. in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.  A celebration of life will follow at 6:30 p.m. in the funeral home with Jim Boyd officiating.

Private interment will be held in Lakewood Memorial Gardens, Cheswick, Pa.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Jim’s name to the PVGP Charities or to a pancreatic cancer charity of your choice