James Jagow
January 2, 1964 - August 24, 2026
"May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back May the sunshine warm your face, the rain fall soft upon your fields.."
Obituary of James “Jim” Jagow
James “Jim” Jagow, 62, of Western New York, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in North Tonawanda, New York, Jim was the son of the late Donald and Patricia (Marlatt) Jagow.
Jim is survived by his beloved son, James “Jimmy” Jagow Jr.; his fiancée, Theresa Equils; his former wife and lifelong friend, Lori (Carpenter) Jagow; his siblings, Deborah (Timothy) Jagow Wynes, Gary Jagow, and Russell Jagow; as well as aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, extended family, and many friends.
Jim was a proud member of UA Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 22 and worked for many years as a steamfitter and HVAC technician. He took great pride in his work and was known for his strong work ethic and mechanical skill. Jim was always ready to lend a hand, generously sharing his time and talents to help family, friends, and neighbors with repairs and projects.
Jim enjoyed riding his motorcycle, playing tennis, and spending time with Theresa and Jimmy. He especially enjoyed weight training and playing guitar with his son.
Throughout life’s changes, Jim and Lori remained lifelong friends, devoted to supporting and caring for their son together.
Jim will be remembered for the many ways he showed up for the people in his life, the memories he created with those he loved, and the place he held in the lives of his family and friends. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.
Graveside side services will be held Friday, September 4, 2026 at 2:00pm at Cold Springs Cemetery, 4849 Cold Springs Rd. Lockport NY 14094. Please enter on Route 31 entrance, and bring a lawn chair for the Service.
Give mom a big hug and be peaceful and joyful. You will be missed and remembered with love and fondness. ❤️
May God bless you big brother. We love you, and you will most certainly be missed. You and I will
have our day some other time! In the meantime, be happy and peaceful. We will all see each other again someday.
Jim was my moms next door neighbor. he will be sadly missed, he always offered a friendly hello or assistance to my elderly mother. may he rest easy.
Strong determined man. AND a proud Dad to a fabulous musician prodigy.” Lil Jimmy.” Great guy.Friends with our boys. Love to all the Jagows.Great family.R.I.P. JIMMY.
Jim was our mom’s neighbor, and I would like to Thank him for always looking out for her, whether it was just a warm welcome or him coming over and checking on her if he hadn’t seen her in a couple days. I know she will miss him dearly.
My thoughts and prayers are sent to your family and friends, sending hugs to you all.
Thank you Jim, our Angel ❤️ of the neighborhood
my best friend forever