James E. Belsan

"Jim"

Age 77, of Lockport passed away peacefully at home on May 3, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Evergreen Park, raised in Worth and a resident of Lockport since 1974. Retired from Tricon Industries in 2008 after 36 years of dedicated service. A United States Vietnam Army Veteran. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, and word searches.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 44 years, Barbara J. (nee Pfau) Belsan; his parents, Edward and Helen (nee Sirak) Belsan.

Survived by three devoted children, Michael (Theresa) Belsan, Jennifer Paredes, and Christina (Joseph) Shroba; eight grandchildren, Anthony (Celeste) Belsan, Ashley (Kyle) Przybylski, Abigail Belsan, Austin (fiancé Natalia Ciesla) Belsan, Tyler Paredes, Noah Paredes, Sydney Shroba, and Kane Shroba; a great grandson, Connor Przybylski; two brothers, Thomas (late Perscilla "Ann") Belsan, and Edward (Sue) Belsan; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Per Jame's wishes cremation rites have been respectfully addressed.

A memorial gathering will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in the O'Neil Funeral Home Chapel 1105 E. 9th St. Lockport, IL 60441 from 9:00am until time of memorial service at 10:30am with Pastor Miroballi of Steeple Hill Christian Church Life Center, Hickory Hills officiating. Inurnment following services at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood.