James Paul Wong

James Paul Wong, affectionately known as Paragon, passed away suddenly on February 22, 2026. Jimmy was born on April 30, 1981, and resided the entirety of his life in Tonawanda, NY. Survived by many, Jimmy was a beloved son (the late Ting Fong Wong, Xiu Wong), brother (Loli Cheng (Tony), Elee Lanier, the late Mary Wong Robbins, Sally LaDuca (Arthur), Billy Wong), uncle (M. Cheng, R. Cheng, E. Harrell, S. Lanier, M. Poon, P. A. Lanier, P. J. Lanier, D. Lanier), great uncle (P. A. Lanier, Jr., K. Cheng, A. Poon, I. Lanier, K. Poon, B. Cheng, A. Lanier, N. Lanier, E. Lanier, J. Poon), and friend to all. Jimmy was a Senior Elections Clerk serving the Erie County Board of Elections for 20 years. He implemented a structured training and development program for Board of Elections' employees and served as the lead facilitator for election inspector training. He also was a Town of Tonawanda Democratic committeeman for 20 years. Outside of spending time with family and friends, he was known for his love for travel, the Buffalo Sabres, food, brews, bourbon, and heavy metal music. Jimmy had a bright and energetic personality that will leave an imprint in all of our hearts. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Northtowns Chapel) 885 Niagara Falls Blvd. (near Eggert Rd.) on Friday March 6, 2026 from 4-7 PM. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Connectlife or The American Diabetes Association.