James F. “Aggie” Agnew, 62, of Warren, PA., died Monday morning, May 19, 2025, at his residence, of natural causes. He was born February 12, 1963, in Warren, PA. He was the son of the late Jan F. and Cindi Ponsoll Agnew. Jim was a 1981 graduate of Warren Area High School, where he excelled in basketball, baseball and football. He earned his Bachelors of Science degree in communications from Slippery Rock University. Jim was employed as an insurance salesman with Burns and Burns Insurance Agency. He was office manager/accountant with R.E. Baker & Sons of Clarendon, PA., for 26 years. Jim was an avid sports enthusiast, was a die-hard Pittsburgh Pirates fan, making it to many of the first home opening game day. He also was a great Pittsburgh Steelers, Notre Dame Football and Buffalo Sabres Fan. He loved attending several rock concerts with his wife, Denise and many friends. Jim was a very active member with the Warren Elks Lodge 223, where he organized several Christmas raffles and fundraisers for their summer picnic. He was also a member of the Struthers Hose and a former member and past president of the Warren Exchange Club, where he was Master of Ceremonies of the annual Turkey Party and was “Frozen on Ice” a fundraiser for the club. He enjoyed hunting with his dad, Jan. He was an avid trout fisherman and loved attending the first day of trout at Farnsworth Lodge. Jim loved playing golf at Jackson Valley Golf Course. Jim is lovingly remembered by his family, as a man of great love for his wife, sister, family and friends. He always had an infectious smile, a laugh that filled the room. He was about making others feel comfortable, his joy was being with people. He is survived by his wife of almost 35 years, Denise Anderson Agnew whom he married June 2, 1990, in Jamestown, N.Y., his sister, Julie Dalton and husband, Greg of Warren, PA., father-in-law, Roger Anderson and his wife, Mary Ann of Ashville, N.Y., his sister’s dog, Finley, whom he dearly loved, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Diane Kulig DeSantis and her husband, James.
Friends and family will be received at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., on Friday, May 23, 2025, from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 P.M. where the Warren Elks Lodge members will conduct their funeral ritual at 8:00 PM. Friends and family are encouraged to wear your favorite sports jersey to the visitation. Additional visitation will be held one hour prior to a funeral service Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 1:30 P.M. at First Presbyterian Church, 300 Market Street, Warren, PA. with Rev. Ralph Culp, Pastor of Covenant United Methodist Church, officiating, assisted by Rev. Tara Eastman. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the Warren Elks Lodge 223, 341 Hickory Street, Warren, PA. 16365 or Paws Along the River, 212 Elm Street, Warren, PA. 16365. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com

My big hearted generous loving fun spirited crazy silly spunky hilarious boisterous life of the party Aggie! I cannot believe you have been taken from us on earth so tragically & quickly without warning. I am thankful to have been blessed to know you in this life dear friend. I will cherish my memories of you forever and thank my cousin for bringing you into my life. Your amazing charisma and true caring are not easy things to find in people and I hope you know how much you meant and how many lives you touched while you were here.
May you have peace and be settled back with your parents and watch over your beloved Denise, tranquility and laughter surrounding you with our Lord above. I miss you loads & loads already and always! Mo/Maureen
Fly high Jimmy you will be fondly thought of and sadly missed.
Geez Aggie … they left out your love of the NY Knicks. The only Knick fan I knew in Warren County.
Thanks for always, and I mean always making me laugh.
Sherm.
Denise, I was shocked to hear the news of your husband’s passing. My condolences to you and your family in this terrible loss. He sounds like such a great and active guy, giving of himself to his community.
Denise and family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I will never forget him and seeing the start of your love affair. I am praying for Y’all.
Julie I did not know him!! But my heart is broken!! I am sincerely sorry for your loss!!! What a great man!! Now a Angel God Bless you and your hubby and beautiful dog!!!!!
To Jimmy’s family my deep-felt sympathies. I remember Jimmy all the way back to Beaty. He was one of the good guys. Rest easy, my old friend.
Denise my Heart and Prayers are with you at this time. There is not much to say but he is in good hands. God Bless you and your beautiful family. Love you ❤️
Denise, we were so heartbroken learning of your loss. Aggie was such a wonderful, happy, and amazing person, loved by everyone who interacted with him. He was one of the few people I grew up with whom I have always considered a true friend. I am glad we got to see each other again a short time ago at Snuffy’s.
Julie, our sympathies to you as well. You had an amazing person as a big brother. Always remember the good and happy times, and you will always smile. He had that “knack” to make everyone laugh and smile.
May you both find peace knowing how loved Aggie was by all. Tracy and I will miss his big smile, wonderful laugh, and loving nature. Gob Bless You
Denise, O am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. I know i didn’t know him, but he sounds like he was a good guy and I could tell how much you loved him. Prayers for comfort and strength at this hard time..
Denise & family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We first met at Hidden Valley. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Praying for God’s peace and comfort now and always.
Randy & Ellie Colburn
Was very active and involved in the community.
Aggie – I remember you. I am heartfelt for your passing. You were a fun guy to be around.