James “Jim” W. Bargo, 76, of Ruskin, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2026. Born in Detroit, Michigan, on January 31, 1950, Jim was a generous, hardworking man whose meticulous care and quiet devotion touched everyone around him.
To know Jim was to love him. Though a man of few words at first, he had an easy humor and a profound willingness to help anyone in need. He took immense pride in his yard work—spending hours perfecting the lawn, often mowing for his neighbors as well, always quipping, “If their yard looks bad, then so does mine.” Above all, he cherished his family and the legacy he built with them.
Jim was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Virginia Louise Miller and Reed Bargo.
He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley Bargo; his children, Robert Bargo, Tammy Flowers, and Brian Bargo (Shanta); his brother, Don Bargo (Gina); and his sister, Bonnie Napier (Richard). He was a proud grandfather to Josh, Crystal, Greyson, Keaton, Hailey, Nathalie, Marissa, Matthew, and Emily, and a treasured great-grandfather to Blake, Jaylen, and Aiden.
A gathering will take place on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, with a memorial service beginning at 3:00 PM at National Cremation and Burial Society, 308 East College Avenue, Ruskin, FL 33570.
