James Robert Matia

March 14, 1959 - January 29, 2024

age 64, passed away on January 29, 2024.

Son of Judy Nyiran and the late Lew Nyiran, dear brother of Joseph & Stephen Matia and Lew Nyiran. Uncle to Marisa, Madeline, Spencer, Dillon, and Madison. Great Uncle to Jerred, Jake, and Justin.

Jim was a longtime resident of the Cleveland area. He was known for his hearty, infectious laugh. Being an avid fisherman, he cherished being so close to Lake Erie and caught enough perch and walleye to feed our families for a lifetime. Jim was an avid bowler with countless trophies. He was a loyal friend to many.

The family will hold a private memorial, at a later date, to honor Jim.

age 64, passed away on January 29, 2024. Son of Judy Nyiran and the late Lew Nyiran, dear brother of Joseph & Stephen Matia and Lew Nyiran. Uncle to Marisa, Madeline, Spencer, Dillon, and Madison. Great Uncle to Jerred, Jake, and Justin. Jim was a longtime resident of the Cleveland area. He was known forContinue Reading

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Jim and I were best friends . We got along together like brothers . We both loved the outdoors and fishing was a top interest both of us. When we weren’t fishing , we were talking about fishing and our next trip to Lake Ontario. He was such a good friend , who was honest and down to earth. It’s not same around here without Jim’s voice and great laugh . We have lots of memories , and miss him a lot . Hope you’re filling up the cooler with all those trophy fish in heaven Jim . God Bless you .

I still can’t understand of your passing Jim . They say the good die young , rings clear. You were a good friend and we shared many laughs together on our fishing trips . Memories of the cookouts and get together s at Ed’s house , just thinking about them . Hoping you are up in Heaven catching Trophy Walleyes !! Miss you a lot , God Bless you !

With our deepest sympathy to the family!🙏 Jim will truly be missed, but not forgotten. He was more then just a good friend to our family, he was family. A good guy with a good heart. We will never forget all the laughs & fun times we had or all of our nicknames...Thanks for the memories! Forever in our hearts ❤️ RIP Jim

This news truly broke my heart.. you will be deeply missed! From your infectious laugh, your smart ass comments, all the amazing memories, and knowing you would do anything for the people you cared about no matter how big or small. Jim was more than just a friend of my family, he was a bonus uncle! Rest easy Jim. We will dance to Grease and hula hoop when we meet again❤️

Jim will forever be in our hearts and remembered as such a great friend and absolute funniest man around. So many great memories.

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Our deepest sympathy to your family. We have many fond memories of our dear old friend. We will miss Jim.. He will always be in our heart. .....Ed and Brenda Black and Thornburg Family

Steve and family, so sorry for the loss of your brother.

Very sad to learn of Jim's passing. I have many great memories from all the years that I bowled with Jim, Doug, Tom and Paul at Brookgate Lanes. One of life's lessons I learned from Jim was that it's OK to get upset but you have to get over it. After a couple of bad breaks while bowling I would let it affect my whole night. When it would happen to Jim he would get angry but 5 minutes later you would hear his trademark laugh and he was back on his game as though nothing ever happened. Although saddened by his loss I am thankful for having had the chance to get to know him and been friends. I know you will finally bowl that perfect 300 game at Heaven's Lanes.

Many great memories of Jim growing up! His laugh was one of a kind! He will be missed.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.