James Piccione

HUMBLE, Texas — Funeral services were held last month for James “Jim” Piccione, the founder of Aspen Manufacturing, who died in August at age 92.

Piccione’s leadership, unwavering passion, and relentless dedication were the driving forces behind Aspen's growth and the delivery of exceptional customer satisfaction, a press release from the company said. He was a devoted family man, decorated veteran, and visionary entrepreneur, the company said.

Born in Jamaica, New York, he served with distinction in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War, earning both a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star. His passion for life extended beyond business — he was an avid fisherman, tennis player, skier, and golfer, and found joy in sharing those activities with family and friends.

Piccione founded Aspen Manufacturing in 1975, and the company is now one of the largest independent manufacturers of evaporator coils and air handlers for the residential and light commercial HVAC markets in the U.S. and Canada.

Piccione’s spirit will live on in the hearts of his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, fellow parishioners at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in The Woodlands, Texas, and all who knew him. He was a volunteer for many causes that served the less fortunate and had a special connection to Martha’s Kitchen, a community food kitchen at St. Martha Catholic Church in Kingwood, Texas, an online obituary said.

Survivors, according to the obituary, include two sons, James (Glynnis) and David (Laura); three daughters, Christine Walker (John), Linda Piccione, and Carol Biondi (Joe);  and 15 grandchildren. Piccione was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Myrna.

David Piccione is chairman of the board at Aspen, and James Piccione's grandsons Trevor and Coltan are regional sales managers there.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Sisters of Divine Providence.