James C. Cavalero, age 75, of Butler, passed away December 23, 2017 after a long illness.

Born in Butler on July 1, 1942, he was a son of the late James and Naomi Rockenstein Cavalero.

Jim graduated from Slippery Rock University and was a teacher in the Butler Area School District for 32 years.

He is survived by one son, Matt Solla and his wife, La, of Bradenton, FL; one daughter, Jennifer Solla, of Butler; and one granddaughter, Natalie Solla, of Bradenton, FL.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Maurice "Rudy" Cavalero.

There will be no visitation.

Funeral services and burial will be held at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Martin Funeral Home, Inc., 429 Center Avenue, Butler.