Wilton – James M. Kelleher, age 87, passed away July 24, 2026, with family by his side. James was born on March 16, 1939, in Bangor Maine, the son of Cornelius Kelleher and Evangeline (Harper) Kelleher.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Cornelius and Evangeline; and a daughter, Karen. He leaves behind his wife, Valeria (Zaken) Kelleher; his sons, Michael Kelleher (Krista), Stephan Kelleher (Rebecca); his stepson, Gary Dowell (Ellen); his stepdaughter, Kara Starr (Allen); his daughter, Kathleen; his grandchildren, Ashley Durham, Brandan Kelleher, Stephan Kelleher Jr., Nathan Dion (Kristina), and Adam Dion; his great grandchildren, Bentley Durham, Arielle Durham, and Nora Lily Dion; and his sister, Joan Pelkey (Charles). 

Arrangements are under the care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 488 Farmington Falls Road, Farmington Maine, where memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.dsfuneral.com