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James Jennings Obituary
AGE: 53 • Mt. Bethel, PA
James T. Jennings, Marketing and advertising executive and commissioner of National Lacrosse League who expanded fan base, also had leadership roles in basketball organizations and NY Cosmos James T. Jennings, 53, of Mt. Bethel, Pa., a former resident of Blairstown, NJ, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014, in Lehigh Valley Care Hospice in Allentown, PA. James was born in Hackensack, NJ on June 23, 1961, to William G. Jennings and the late Eileen (Hagan) Jennings. He was the founder and owner of Waterbucket Media, a marketing and advertising firm. James was the former commissioner of the National Lacrosse League. He served in that capacity for eight seasons. During his tenure, the league expanded into Western markets and significantly increased its fan base and media exposure. Previously, he had ownership and executive roles in the United States Basketball League, The Continental Basketball Association, and the N.Y. Cosmos soccer team. James was involved in many philanthropic endeavors, including the North Warren Regional High School Lacrosse Team and the Boys and Girls Club of Easton, Pa., where he was honored as "Man of the Year."
James is survived by his father, William G. Jennings; three children, Andrew, Jonathan and Caitlin, and their mother, Donna Applegate; three sisters, Mary Bowers, Nancy Nicotra, and Eileen McCabe; a brother, William P. Jennings, and also many nieces, nephews and close friends. He was predeceased by his mother, Eileen Jennings, and a brother, Robert Jennings.
Visitation will be from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11, 2014 at the Newbaker Funeral Home, 200 Route 94, Blairstown, NJ. (For GPS, use Columbia, NJ), followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 3 p.m. at St. Jude Roman Catholic Church, 7 Eisenhower Rd., Blairstown, NJ. Visit www.newbaker.com for more information and to see James' tribute page.
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December 13, 2014
Dear Jennings Family: Jimmy was a big part of our family and we, especially me will miss him in our lives. He was a constant force and encouraged our family in wrestling. He and I had a special contact source. Not facebook but the old e-mail and we were able to communicate well. We miss his opinions about wrestling . Also he had a wonderful outlook for all of us. " Dont worry, I got it" " I will take care of it" He was an Icon. Miss you Jimmy. Kathy and Tony
Deniz
December 11, 2014
Rest in peace, Jim.
December 10, 2014
My sincere condolence to the Jennings family for the loss of your beloved one. May the God of all comfort and peace strengthen you during this difficult time.
Garyl Violi
December 10, 2014
You will be forever missed. rest in peace dear jimmy. Love, garyl
W. Joseph Blank
December 10, 2014
So sorry for the lost of a good guy. Jonathan will reach out to the children in the near future.
Patrick Marshall
December 10, 2014
You have my deepest sympathy.
Evelyn DeMaio
December 10, 2014
I'm sure you are soaring with the angels Jimmy, you will be missed my friend. My deepest sympathy to The Jennings Family, may God grant you all peace.
Ruth Dennison RN
December 10, 2014
As the nurse in James life it was a long hard walk. He shared a wisdom and strength and fought a strong hard battle for his family. This is a loss that my heart will feel for a long time to come. To Jim a thank you for the wisdom and strength you shared and to you his family the love and strength that you shared as you supported Jim...I am thankful to Jim and you his family for allowing me to walk with you on this journey.
Brad Banister
December 10, 2014
Jim was a good friend. His suffering is over. I know he loved his kids. Hope your coping OK.
Craig & Alexis Magyar-Chiniewicz
December 10, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Teri Booth
December 10, 2014
You were truly a gentle man and I'm so proud to have known you.
G. Freeman
December 10, 2014
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Rachel Haddad
December 10, 2014
As a,friend of Jim an Donna and children I would like to make a monetary contribution in lieu of flowers for the children's education fund. Jim would have appreciated this gesture for his children who he adored.
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