Staunton Star - Times - Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years

James Tiburzi, 70, of Staunton, Ill., died at Community Hospital of Staunton on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021. He was born Dec. 22, 1950, in Litchfield, to Americus "Mac" and Helen (Biscan) Tiburzi. He married Patricia Clark, and she survives.

He was a speech therapist for Community Unit School District 7. James was a member of the Air National Guard. He was an avid golfer who enjoyed playing cards and watching his grandkids play sports.

He is survived by his wife, Patty Tiburzi of Staunton; son, Dr. Craig (Michelle) Tiburzi of Carlinville; daughter, Tara (Chad) Blankenship of Destin, Fla.; b...