James M. Ferraro Jr., Age 86 of Oakdale, passed away on December 28, 2024.

Jim was born on May 7, 1938, in St. Paul, MN.

Proceeded in death by parents, James Sr. and Viola; loving wife of 59 years Margaret D.; and sister Carol. Survived by sister Judy (Tom) Mogren, son Jim (Diane); daughter Gina (Craig) Thompson. 5 Grandchildren; Angela, Jeff (Kirstin) Thompson, Jennifer (Eric) Wuebben, Tony, and Jeremy (Krista) Thompson; and great-grandchildren.

Jim served 3 years in the United States Marine Corps in California, and after returning to St. Paul was a barber for 55 years. Jim’s hobbies were gardening and building birdhouses for family and friends. A private service and a gathering of immediate family will take place.

Thank you to the caring staff at Suite Living in North St. Paul.