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James M. "Jimmy The Greek" Karas

James Karas Obituary

Of Everett formerly of East Boston on August 3. Devoted father of Romana Drago, Susan Bocchichio, Adele Sullivan, Michelle, Alexis & Stephen Karas. Dear brother of Phyllis D'Antona of East Boston, Elaine Byrne of Revere, & Lucille Ciampi of East Boston. Special love of Chuen Leonard. Adored nephew of Pat Camerano, Dom & Matilda Memmolo. Also survived by 8 cherished grandchildren and many loving nieces & nephews. Funeral from the Ruggiero-Mazzarella Memorial Home, 971 Saratoga St. (Orient Hts) EAST BOSTON on Thursday, Aug. 7 at 9 Am followed by his Funeral Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Brooks St. East Boston at 10. Relatives & friends are respectfully invited Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8. Late Army Veteran. Funeral home is handicapped accessible Children's lounge available, courtesy valet parking front entrance of funeral Home. For complimentary transportation to and from the Funeral Home, please call 617-569-0990. Ample off-St parking with attendant. Services will comclude with Jimmy being laid to rest in Holy Cross Cemetery. For info or to send an on line condolence www.ruggieromh.com Ruggiero-Mazzarella memorial Home Orient Heights, East Boston

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Published by Boston Globe on Aug. 5, 2008.

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Anthony, Elaine, Marie & Dorothy (Theodore)

August 6, 2008

Jimmy who was born with "the gift of grace".

As you "Karas" sisters know, we recently lost our own brother (in fact, two of them) the same way. They did not feel too good, were diagnosed, and then they were gone. All too sudden and all too soon. Our hearts and our prayers go out to you. Jimmy was a part of our youth and an East Boston "staple". He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed. Please continue to live in "grace" as your name and heritage denote.

Irene Murray

August 5, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Amy Macaluso

August 5, 2008

Please accept my sincere condolences.

marie russo

August 5, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

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