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Mack, James F.
Greece: July 23, 2008. Predeceased by his sister, Susan Mack-Boyer. Survived by wife, Bonnie; sons, Shawn Wallace and David Mack; daughters, Colleen (Thomas) McGregor, Kimberly (Jason) Kadrmas and Tech. Sgts. Debbie (Thomas) Funderburke U.S.A.F.; 5 grandchildren; sister, Elizabeth Edwards; nephews, Capt. Gregg Edwards U.S.M.C., Danny Boyer and Pvt. Michael Boyer U.S.A.; niece, Kimberly Edwards.
Friends may attend a Memorial Mass, 9:30 Monday at St. Mark's Church (Kuhn Road) immediately followed by a reception at The Dakota Grill, 913 Roosevelt Hwy., Hilton.

Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home


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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle from Jul. 26 to Jul. 27, 2008.

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Dave Slone

August 23, 2008

OH YAHHHH Jim,
You were a good friend and we had some fun.
Rest In Peace & LOL,
Dave

willard johnston

August 10, 2008

Jimmy, Lord the laughs and happy days we shared. I love you brother and will never forget you. Thanks for being such a good friend and hunting & fishing partner . I think we had a few beers along the way too-Oh Ya! Rest peacefully my friend-Love ,Willard

Michael Boyer

August 1, 2008

Uncle Jim,

What can I say, you were an amazing peron. You constantly kept me and everyone else around you laughing. The stories will be remembered and retold for generations to come. I will never forget the parties at McBrides with you Aunt Betty and my mother and everyone else. When I picked you and Bonnie up at the airport when Mom got sick, you were right by my side and hers, right to the very end. I will never be able to thank you enough for that. I still love you and sure miss you alot. I promise to keep an eye On Aunt Betty for you. I promise to do you and mom proud, like I always promised I would. As I always used to say to you...."Take it easy, Uncle Jim..."

David Farrell

July 31, 2008

The memories flood back to me of all the great times we had...motorcycles, fast cars, raising hell and enjoying every moment. Jim was very special and will be missed by many. My deepest condolences to all the family.

Tom and Rusty Cichon

July 28, 2008

We were so sorry to hear about Jim. He was a wonderful friend to many. We will remember him in our prayers.

Nancy Brescia-Battaglia

July 27, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of our classmate Jimmy Mack. I have some great memories of the years we spent together at St. Johns. You will be dearly missed.
With Love & Prayers
Nancy (Brescia) Battaglia

Edward B. Niebch

July 27, 2008

Mackado,
You may not be with us anymore in body - but...the stories we tell about you will bring you back in our memories till all of us are gone. Patti said she found some of them hard to believe, until, she met you. I think Eric and Anne Marie may even pass on some of these stories to another generation.
Your positive outlook on life inspired us all. Most people never knew you only had one eye and the rest of your body was like a parts lab! To remember how well you rode a motorcycle, all I have to do is close one eye when I'm going fast on some single track.
From the McMinn's, Neil Merrell, or anyone who met you in Payson, AZ...the most asked question was, "when is Jimmy Mack comming back?"
I hope you and Clint have a good laugh while telling stories about Dick, Ted, Ron and I down here.
Your Friend,
Ed

Patti Niebch

July 27, 2008

Strength.
Jimmy, you were amazing. The stories, fun, hard work, your Irish ways. You did them all with all you had. You didn't let the world see the hardships and the pain. You did show us the love you had for those around you. You married your angle, Bonnie, in our house. You both became each others strength. God put you together for the best years of your life. God has given you love and peace.

My love, Patti

Dick Baird

July 26, 2008

Dear Family--esp. Betty. Dick and I are so very sorry for your loss. We knew Jim in our high school days. I even knew him from early days at St. Johns. We did not know Susan had died.When did that happen? We were away for the winter was it then? Please know how badly we feel for you all. We will be at Dr. Appts. ourselves on Monday. We will keep you in our prayers . Mary Lu and Dick Baird

jim krist

July 26, 2008

Jimmie I was so hoping that you would make it till the first of aug and we would have one more laff together.I allways looked forward to seeing you and Conks on my trips back home.I will be on the road monday and thinking of you .your friend Jim Krist

DIANE ANNECHINO-DOLAN

July 26, 2008

Jimmie, You were such a good friend to Mike and me. Hope you and Mike are lifting weights with the angels.

Love you,
Boo

Debbie Funderburke

July 26, 2008

Jimmy Mack was a great father and a great friend. He was always there to help out his friends and family. Even when miles seperated us, he could always find a way to make things better with a story or a joke. I love ya Jimmy and I'm glad you were a part of my life.

Kim Kadrmas

July 26, 2008

To Jim - My Other Dad -
Jim played such an important role in my life as well as my Brother and Sisters. He came into the family and took the role on with total participation. He was never just a "step" father - but a true father. The beginning years of blended family bumps were eventually smoothed over with total fatherly love that I know I grew to just expect. Whenever there was any type of crisis or joy in my life - he was a part of. He was always there for advice and support - in ways I can't even begin to share. As a Grandfather - he was amazing! I know how much he truly loved being a Grandpa to my kids. My Boys just idolized Grandpa and Jessica was just his little Princess. It will be such a loss for my kids because of what a major role he played in their life. We will all feel the loss of his presence in our lives and anxiously await when we are all re-united with him to pick up where we left off. We love You so much Jim/Grandpa!

Bonnie Mack

July 26, 2008

A Tribute to my Husband, Jimmy Mack,
Jim you will always be my knight in shining armor. You brought such joy to my life. It was an honor to be your wife, and to share the years we have had together. I know that you loved me, and I loved you, there was a bond we shared that was so beautiful and sacred. Jim you fought for life itself so many times in the too few years of your life. You were truly an amazing person. Though you were in constant pain, you rarely complained, and when life threw you a curve, you just said fix it. You brought such joy to everyones life, that was truely a gift. You embraced life, and lived it to the fullest. There are soooo many stories, it would take volumes to tell, and most would bring smiles and laughter. Your smile was contagious. Your years of pain and suffering are over for you now, you can finally see all the family and friends that love and miss you. I can only imagine the reunion you are having now with those that have gone on before you, your Mom, Dad, and sister Susan. waiting for the rest of us to join you. We are heart broken, but left with fond and precious memories. Just thinking of you, brings a smile to my face. I called you my bionic man, and even though your health was failing you were still a very stong man. I look forward to the day we are together again so we can walk hand and hand, and play with the rhinos. I love and miss you, Bonnie

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