James Robert Wald (68) was born on January 23, 1955 in Wadsworth, Ohio to Clem and Grace Wald. He passed away on November 4, 2023 with his family by his side. Jim is survived by his wife of 44 years Debra (Imperial) Wald, his daughter Marci (Wald) Sanocki and husband Jeff, son Kyle Wald and wife Amanda, Grandchildren Peyton, Gunner, Parker Wald, and Carson and Brooke Sanocki. He is also survived by his sister Lyn (Wald) Moser and husband Tom, brothers Scott and wife Jane and Jon and wife Barbara, brothers-in-law Leonard John Imperial and wife Patricia and Michael Imperial and wife Renae, and mother-in-law Mary Imperial.
Jim grew up in Scottsdale, AZ and graduated from Coronado High School Class of 1973. Jim spent his working years in the construction industry and spent the last 28 years with DPR Construction, Phoenix as a Superintendent. Jim enjoyed attending race car events and was an avid fan of Ohio State football and the Cleveland Browns. He also loved rock and roll music. Jim will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He was a very special person with the greatest sense of humor.
Contributions can be made in Jim’s name to American Cancer Society
American Cancer Society
Jim was a wonderful husband, father and friend… he will be missed dearly by his family and all those who knew him. Our prayers are with all of you. Judy and Jerome Wallace
A rare occurrence when a gentle giant becomes a friend. Jim was all the things described above. A wonderful husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, neighbor, and friend even to those who loved him from far away. He was kind, funny, and warm. It has been one of greatest gifts to call him our friend. We will miss his quiet remarks, his smile, and his passion for his family. Our deepest condolences to Debbie, and family. Thank you for sharing him. May God bless him and all of you love Steve and Zaida Belcarz and family
We were lucky enough to have some great times with Jim and he blessed our lives for many years. He was always smiling and went out of his way to make sure you were smiling too. We are very thankful to have been part of his story. Love you Jim. ♥️
YJ! The short time we knew him he made an impression that we will never forget! He will be missed and in our thoughts and prayers forever ❤️🙏
Jim was an amazing friend and partner. It was such a pleasure working with Jim, he always had time to help me learn about our projects from the field perspective, I always loved walking jobs with him! Jim was always ready to jump in and help others, whether it was work related or something personal. While I missed working with him during my time away from AZ, I know he will be missed even more now.
Thoughts and prayers to Debra and the family!
Jim was not only my nieces husband but our nephew as well He was greatly loved.
May he rest in peace.
Dear Debbie and Family,
I am so sorry Jim was taken so soon. I pray you will feel him near and always with you. I knew Jim to be kind and genuine, and above all, I knew he loved Debbie and his family. My prayers are with you always.
Sending healing comfort, love, and light,
Rosemary Powell
Debra and Family
I’m sorry for your loss. Jim was amazing person.
I was blessed to know him. He set a great example to all that knew him. Loving, caring, honest, hardworking. When working with Jim, he made it really easy to do the right thing for the right reason. I will always remember the time we were stuck in the boom lift for 4 hours 60 feet in the air at Banner Baywood on a Sunday evening with a storm brewing. We worked together to screwed 8 wood slates together to lower so the security guard could tape water bottles to it and we raised then back up. We talked about that story many time. I will miss my friend.