James Albert Bellamy

May 12, 1943-October 21, 2022

James Albert Bellamy, 79, of Cicero, passed away on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022 at his home.

He was born on May 12, 1943 to Samuel and Ruby (Russell) Bellamy in Bonnie Blue, Virginia.

Mr. Bellamy was a proud military veteran. He served in the regular Army in Company A, 709th Battalion as an MP with a sharp-shooter in rifle and expert in pistol. He also served in the National Guard Battery C 2nd Battalion 150th and retired from the U.S. Army Reserve. For over 40 years, Mr. Bellamy worked as a tool & die maker at Steel Parts Corporation, retiring in 2005.

He was an avid fisherman and bowler, and loved nice cars and babies. He had a deep love for his family, including a special relationship with his maternal grandfather, Richard Jackson Russell. Mr. Bellamy provided a special, father-like love to all of his nieces and nephews.

Survivors include his wife of 54 years Gail Arlene Bellamy; two daughters Vanessa (Jesse) Junker and Vivian (John) Pirics; and the lights of his life, his two grandsons Trevor and Henry Pirics.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Jo Anne Hamilton; and two brothers William R. Bellamy and Samuel Wells Bellamy II.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. The Bellamy family has entrusted Randall & Roberts Funeral Homes with Mr. Bellamy’s care.

Online condolences may be made at randallroberts.com.