James F. Bumbera Sr., 87, of Whiting passed away Thursday, June 3, 2021. Born in Trenton, he resided in Hamilton and Allentown for most of his life prior to moving to Whiting. A US Army veteran, James had a successful career as a self-employed Insurance Investigator and retired after 35 years in the business. He retired again after being employed with the NJ Department of Corrections for several years. James was also a member of St. John the Baptist RC Church in Allentown.

Predeceased by his son, John Andrew Bumbera and his brother, John Bumbera, James is survived by his wife of 64 years, Helen Bumbera; his son and daughter-in-law, James F. Jr. and Josephine Bumbera; his grandson, James F. Bumbera, III; his brother, William Bumbera as well as several nieces and nephews.

A viewing for James will be held Wednesday, June 9 ^th from 6-8pm at the Peppler Funeral Home, 114 S. Main St. Allentown. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10am on Thursday, June 10 ^th at St. John the Baptist Church, 1282 Yardville-Allentown Rd., Allentown. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.