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Jimmy D'ERRICO Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Jimmy D'Errico passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010.
Jimmy was born in Niles, Ohio, and was a Newport News resident for 63 years. He retired from the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad as a tug boat captain in 1981. Jimmy was an avid golfer and bowler for much of his life. He was an active member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, was a Fourth Degree member of the Knights of Columbus, and served as the Knights' Financial Secretary for many years. Jimmy was the first president of the Peninsula Italian-American Club and a member of the Ti Amo Club.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Philomena D'Errico.
Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years, Romaine Grice D'Errico; beloved daughters, Catherine Sullivan, Lynne Garrison (Robert), and Sharon Lilley (Dexter); and wonderful grandchildren, Sam Garrison (Shannette) and Jessica Lilley. Jimmy is also survived by his cherished sister, Grace Demetruk; dear brothers, Nick D'Errico and Sam D'Errico Jr.; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family would like to recognize Jimmy's many close friends for their years of support and love.
A viewing at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church will begin at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010, in the chapel, followed by a funeral mass at noon. After the mass, a brief graveside ceremony will be held in Peninsula Memorial Park with family receiving friends afterwards at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Nettles Drive.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 100 Harpersville Road, Newport News, VA 23601.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press from Nov. 2 to Nov. 3, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Jimmy D'ERRICO

15 Entries

Stan & Carol Zduniak

November 4, 2010

We are very soory for your loss. Jimmy was a great person and we enjoyed his company at various K of C functions. He sponsered me into the Knights and I will keep him and your family in my prayers.

Barbara Tucci

November 3, 2010

Lynn and family,
I was very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I always enjoyed seeing your parents at Mass on Saturday evenings. May God wrap his loving arms around your family and bring you peace and comfort during this sad time.

Susie (Nelms) Batten

November 3, 2010

Cathy, you and I were friends in elementary school at Mt. Carmel and I was a guest in your home several times where I had the pleasure of meeting your Dad. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief.

Johnny Keepes

November 3, 2010

We are so very sorry to hear of Jimmy's death. He was a great friend and a wonderful person. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Romaine and the whole family.

Phu Nguyen

November 3, 2010

Sharon, I am very sorry to learn of your Dad’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at these difficult times. May happy memories of the past bring you strength and comfort in the days ahead.

Darcy Pepe Center

November 3, 2010

Lynn and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. I hope many wonderful memories help comfort you through this sad time.

Michael Guida

November 2, 2010

I am saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. He would always take time to remind me of my parents with a story or two. I always left reflecting on the importance of family. Jimmy truly loved people. He will be missed. May the love and peace of our Lord bring your family comfort at this time.

Bill and Valerie Hixon

November 2, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Jimmy D'Errico. Our hearts go out to his family, and we pray that you will take comfort in the wonderful memories you have of this wonderful husband, father, and grandfather.

Elenore Castellano

November 2, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May Jimmy rest in peace with our Lord and your family be comforted in knowing he is in a better place. With sincere sympathy, Enrico and Elenore Castellano

RHONDA BECKNELL

November 2, 2010

Lynne,
I am so sorry to read of your dad's death. I will say a prayer for you and your family tonight.

Paul & Marie Siebeking

November 2, 2010

We will miss Jimmy at all the Peninsula Italian American Lodge meetings and events. He was always smiling. He will be missed by all, God Bless Jimmy and Romaine and the Family. May Jimmy rest in peace with the Lord

Judy McAvoy

November 2, 2010

Romaine and Lynne,

I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy. Even though I have not seen him for a while I will really miss all of the hell he gave me at church. We laughed a lot and I wll miss that and him. Judy McAvoy

Robin Welch

November 2, 2010

Dear Lynne:
So Sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

November 2, 2010

My prayers are with the family. Jim was a very good man and will be missed. I wish I could be there on thursday but my daughter is having my 2nd grandson that day. My thoughts will be with all the family.

David Dowdy

November 2, 2010

Romaine,

I was sorry to hear of Jim's passing.He was a great friend to my family and even a better person. The bowling years in the 60's and 70's were some of my best memories of Jim. Sorry for your loss and sympathy to the rest of his family.

David Dowdy

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