James Bellotti

James Kevin "Jim" Bellotti, age 71, of Long Beach, passed away on January 7, 2018.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Florence Bellotti; and a brother, Vincent Bellotti.
Survivors include his wife, Diane Bellotti; his children, Michael Rickaby, and Peter Bellotti; 3 granddaughters, Cherie Bellotti, Carly Bellotti, and Gianna Bellotti; 1 grandson, Daniel Rickaby; 1 great-grandchild, Douglas Rickaby; and other relatives and friends.
He graduated school in Linden, NJ  and attended Middlesex Community College.  He then served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Essex during the Vietnam War.  Mr. Bellotti worked in purchasing/contracts in Seattle and after moving to MS, he worked for various companies in sales.  His hobbies included working on cars, painting on canvas, and music and sang in an accapella group in his early 20's and 30's.
The RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 19130 Commission Rd., Long Beach, is serving the family and online condolences may be offered at www.riemannfamily.com