James Palladini, 94, a lifelong resident of  Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2020 at his home with family at his side. He  was the son of the late Anthony and Mary Palladini.

James graduated from Niagara Falls High School and enlisted into the United States Navy on December 14, 1944. Following his honorable discharge, he returned home and married his beloved wife, Emily V. Palladini on July 4, 1953 at St. Joseph Church. Emily later predeceased him in 2013.

James was employed for 26 years as a bus driver for the NFTA prior to his retirement in 1989. He continued to stay active as a bus driver with Niagara Falls Coach Line part time.

Mr. Palladini enjoyed dance nights out with his wife and their friends and morning coffee with his buddies at Frankie's. His passion for Jazz and Big Band music filled his quiet times. Above all, James centered his life around his wife and daughter.

Mr. Palladini is survived by his daughter, Charmaine Palladini, as well as several nieces and nephews. He  was predeceased by his siblings, Yolanda (late Guy) Bosso and Fausta (late Gene) Flatt.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Mr. Palladini's Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, October 28, at 12:30 P.M. in Holy Family Parish at St. Joseph Church, 1413 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY. Military honors with entombment in St. Joseph Cemetery will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements by M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.