James Francis Schifalacqua

James Francis Schifalacqua, 62, of Bristow, Virginia, beloved husband and loving father, unexpectedly passed away in his home on October 12, 2023. Jim is survived by his wife of thirty-three years, Wendy Frances (Curran) Schifalacqua, and their children – John Francis, Jenna Elizabeth, and Andrew James – and his many friends and family, including two sisters (Eda Schramm, Jackie Schifalacqua), two brothers (Mariano Schifalacqua and I.E. Schifalacqua), and in-laws Diana Curran (wife of Gunnar), Mary Claire (wife of Derek), and Carol and Maureen Curran. Jim is also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews. Born on June 21, 1961, in Reading, Pennsylvania, Jim was the youngest of five children of Mariano and Joanna Schifalacqua. Following a cherished childhood in his hometown of Reading, Jim graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania. He also obtained a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Delaware. Jim’s passion for computers propelled him to the forefront of the then burgeoning cyber and information security field, in which he held many prominent roles, including as a Branch Chief at the National Security Agency, as an information security expert at numerous defense contractors, and eventually as a respected Chief Information Security Officer for several large companies. Jim was well liked and valued by his colleagues. But far beyond his successful career, Jim treasured his role as an attentive and mentoring father, a dedicated husband, and a man devoted to his faith. Strangers, acquaintances, and family alike remember his kindness and compassion. In his spare time, Jim enjoyed a variety of hobbies speaking to the breadth of his interests. Among many things, he enjoyed tending to his garden, including fig trees for which he held much pride, and voice acting that featured his unique and stately voice. An unabashed animal lover, Jim gravitated toward dogs (not least of which his beloved Bella) and other animals. Jim’s absence echoes loudly. A visitation and prayer service will be held on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center St, Manassas, VA 20110, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. His family will celebrate his life at a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Gainesville, Virginia. Burial follows at Stonewall Memory Gardens Cemetery, 12004 Lee Hwy, Manassas, VA 20109, after the Mass.

James Francis Schifalacqua

June 21, 1961 - October 12, 2023