James "Jimmy" J Isabel Obituary (1948 - 2024)

James "Jimmy" Isabel, 75, of West Caldwell, NJ passed away on September 6, 2024 after a long illness. Born in Fall River, MA, Mr. Isabel moved to West Caldwell, NJ over 60 years ago, where he attended school and successfully ran his own welding business. Those who knew him will long remember him. A lifelong reader, Jimmy had many interests, including motorcycles, weightlifting, martial arts, philosophy, and his rescued cats. People driving past his property often stopped to admire his unique sculptures, fabricated with pieces of metal and found objects. Jimmy is survived by his wife, Joanne Gravatt and daughter Rachel Isabel. He was pre-deceased by his mother Lauretta (Desbiens) Kurzina, step-father Edward Kurzina and half-brother John "Jack" Isabel. Private arrangements are by Paul Ippolito-Dancy memorial, Caldwell, NJ. Donations in his memory to your local ASPCA would be greatly appreciated.