James "Jimmy" Michael Mauro

James Michael Mauro, 72, of Houston, TX, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Born on May 28, 1953, in Orange, CA, he was the son of John and Betty Mauro. Since his mother passed away when he was young, he was raised by his father and stepmother, Stella Mauro, in New Jersey, where he spent most of his childhood.  James moved to Texas after graduating from Watchung Hills High School in the early 70's where he met his beautiful bride, Julie A. Tatum.  The two were married on June 29, 1974, and they shared 51 loving years together. James & Julie had 2 children and 4 grandchildren. To all who knew him, James was a family man above all else, and his love for his family was his greatest legacy. He was a die-hard fan of the New York Yankees and New York Giants, and his passion for everything he did was evident in his unwavering loyalty. What he said, he meant.   He is survived by his wife, Julie; his daughter, Jodie Daigle (Jim); his son, James Mauro II; and his grandchildren, Stephanie Pennington (Michael), Chase Hamilton Morris, Ashton Joseph Daigle, and Aidan William Daigle. He is also survived by his siblings, Maryann Daigle, Alan Hildebrant, Linda Aulicky, and Veronica Mauro.   Celebration of life get together will be held on Saturday, September 27th, 2025, 3 PM, Eldridge Showroom, 5907 Spring Cypress Rd, Spring, TX 77379.   Formal Memorial service will be held on Tuesday, September 30th, 2025, 10 AM, Northwest Baptist Church, 1710 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018.