James "Espo" Esposito

Mr. James "Espo" Esposito, 71, of LaGrange, passed away Sept. 11, 2021, at his home. Mr. Esposito was born Nov. 18, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. A resident of Georgia most of his life, he was employed by Pezold Management for more than 45 years and was a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed restoring cars and going to car shows to show off his cars and visit friends. Survivors include his wife, Sue Esposito, LaGrange; sons, David (Karen) Esposito, Auburn, AL, Joey (Carla) Esposito, LaGrange; grandchildren, Colton Esposito, Alyssa Esposito, Kate Seale Esposito, Olivia Seale Esposito, Nicole Seale Esposito, Hope Esposito; brothers, Bernie Esposito, Medford, NY, Joe Esposito, Millerton, NY. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Genevieve Giordano Esposito. The funeral service will be 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 15, at Claude A. McKibben and Sons Funeral Home in Hogansville, with Rev. Brandon Brooks officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home following the funeral service on Wednesday until 8:00 p.m. Flowers are appreciated, or memorial contributions may be made to PAWS Humane Society, 4900 Milgen Rd., Columbus, GA 31907, or to the donor's favorite charity. Condolences may be expressed at www.mckibbenfuneralhome.com