James Pontello, 29, of Syracuse, passed away Sunday in Syracuse. News sources mentioned that he was a victim of a motorcycle accident that happened on Sunday.
Friends and family members pay tribute to James Pontello, who passed away in an accident on July 17, 2022. Those who knew him have expressed their deepest condolences to his family and sent prayers to them.
A lifetime resident of the Syracuse area, he was a 2011 graduate of West Genesee High School. James was a mechanic for West Genesee Central School District for six years.
The crash forced police to close I-81 South between Exit 23, Hiawatha Boulevard and Exit 21 Catawba Street until 6:20 a.m., according to the state Department of Transportation.
Syracuse police are still investigating the crash. Malinowski, the police spokesman, said it is too early to say what might have contributed to the crash.
“The investigation is active and ongoing,” he said.
Pontello grew up in the Syracuse area and graduated in 2011 from West Genesee High School, according to his obituary.
He was president of The Life of Balance Motorcycle Club, a member of American Poolplayers Association, and earned his black belt at Tearney’s Martial Arts. He loved his dog and best friend, Goku. James was predeceased by his paternal grandparents,
Obituary: Was James Pontello From Syracuse In A Motorcycle Accident?
He worked as a mechanic for the West Genesee Central School District for six years. He obtained his black belt at Tearney’s Martial Arts, served as president of The Life of Balance Motorcycle Club, and belonged to the American Poolplayers Association.
Relatives and friends may call Wednesday, July 20 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. A funeral service will be held Thursday, July 21 at 10 a.m. at the funeral home.
As per the notice, he will be buried in Marcellus’ St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. The notice also mentioned that those who wish to express sympathy could make a charitable donation in the name of the deceased’s name.
James will be laid to rest in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Marcellus. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Age – How Old Was James Pontello?
On Sunday, around 2:25 a.m., a passerby called and reported to Syracuse Police about a motor vehicle crash with injuries near Bear Street on 81 South. When they arrived, they discovered victim James, who had been injured in a motorcycle crash involving a single vehicle, according to localsyr.
James will be laid to rest in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Marcellus. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
According to the investigation, he was riding his motorcycle in the neighborhood when he drifted off the road and lost control. He died immediately after being thrown from the motorcycle during the collision. The investigation is currently in progress.
Family Mourns James Pontello Death
The family is devastated by the loss and currently needs privacy. The police are still investigating how he lost control of his vehicle and was thrown off of it.
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