James Arthur Maretz, born on December 25, 1950, in New Haven, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Friday, August 10, 2018, in Coconut Creek, Florida. Pre-deceased by his father, Fred Maretz. Survived by his son, Dustin Maretz; mother, Phyllis Greene; and former spouse, Leslie Velardi. A celebration of his life will be set a future date. Arrangements entrusted to Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, University Drive Chapel.