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COLANNINO, James R.
James R. Colannino, 35, of Providence, Rhode Island, formerly of Wethersfield, son of Elizabeth "Betty" (Phelon) Colannino of Wethersfield and the late Robert Colannino, passed away suddenly, Monday (June 4, 2012). He was born January 18, 1977 in Hartford and attended local schools. He will always be remembered as a loving son, father, brother and uncle. Jim enjoyed bowling, cooking, watching movies and was an avid New York Yankee fan. He will be dearly missed. Besides his mother, he is survived by his children, whom he loved dearly, Hannah and Dominic Colannino and their mother, Monica Ayotte; his brother, Robert Colannino and wife, Rica of Navarre, Florida; his sister, Lori Kovanda of Rocky Hill and his brother, Alan R. Colannino and his fiancée, Kristen Marchinski of Wethersfield; uncles and aunts, Richard and Judy Phelon, Nancy Tapley and Janet and Robert Aronne, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Calling hours are Friday from 5-7 p.m. with a prayer service at 6 p.m. at the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Blvd., Wethersfield. Burial will be private at a later date. Donations in Jimmy's memory may be made to the James Colannino Children's Education Fund, c/o Liberty Bank, 171 Silas Deane Hwy., Wethersfield, CT 06109. For on- line expressions of sympathy please visit www.desopo.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James COLANNINO
Juan Guillermety
June 12, 2012
I will miss our conversations we had for a while in Facebook long time ago... Also, I'm glad I spend summer in early 1990's in Summer Camp... Rest in Peace, James..
Kat
June 8, 2012
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Kathy Cestaro
June 8, 2012
Dear Lori, I extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Dawn O'Shea (Skidgell)
June 8, 2012
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
James Colannino
Gerald & Melissa Pickering
June 8, 2012
James, I'm glad that I've known you since the first day of kindergarden. Thank you the great memories. We love you.
For the family and kids, our thoughts and prayers with you all at this difficult time.
Carolyn Cestaro
June 8, 2012
Dear Lori -- I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Brothers and uncles are so special and my heart goes out to you and Emily and Maddy and your Mom and your family. I hope wonderful memories of your brother James will bring you some solace. With deepest sympathy, Carolyn
JoAnn, Michael & Alex Marrero
June 8, 2012
I cannot comprehend how difficult this time must be for you. I am so, so sorry. Know that we are all thinking of you, and wishing you and your family strength.
Emily Kovanda
June 7, 2012
I'll never forget you Uncle Jimmy. You will be in my thoughts and prayers forever. I love you <3
Bernadette Foley & Family
June 7, 2012
Dear Lori, I am so sorry to hear of your brother's death. I know this can't be an easy time for you and your mom especially (I always enjoyed visiting with your mom at the Corpus basketball games). We are keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Gregory Gould
June 7, 2012
Dear James's family and friends,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I'll never forget him when we were together where we played softball team. He will be always my good friend. I will surely miss him. Lord God prays to family and friends to their loss. God bless you and rest to peaceful in heaven, my friend.
Alan Colannino
June 7, 2012
I miss you Jimmy, you will never be forgotten. All the memories of you and i and the silly things we use to do will never be lost. Love you brother.
Jay Adams
June 7, 2012
My prayers and sympathy goes out to the family. I met James years ago and he was a wonderful person.
Geanina Cabreja
June 7, 2012
James, I will never forgotten you. It's was grateful bring to memories moments gather always with Kathy, Nick, Laura, Richie Emma & me. And after when the baby was born met Luke. You did great father to your son Luke. You really missed everyday. We loves you and we shall see you again.
My deepth condolences goes out to Kathy and Luke. You may rest in peace and a better place. Lord with you and you're safe. I know you will be OKAY...
Jeffery K. Gould
June 7, 2012
Dear Jimmy's family and friends,
Sympathy for your loss.. God gives peaceful in heaven. God prays to family and friends to their loss. I'll never forget about James when we were together.. He will be always my good friend. I will surely miss him forever!
Patricia Molinari-Spalding
June 7, 2012
My thoughts and prayer goes to Jimmy's family and his children. He will be sorely missed by us all. We will always remember for who he is and treasure the memories that we all shared together.. RIP Jimmy.
Sebastian, Jennifer, & Evan Abramo
June 7, 2012
Hey my brother and a great friend, I surely miss you and you will forever be remembered in my heart. Always had a great time with you and our old close friends. No matter what has gone through, we stood by each other as always. I love you my brother and friend.
Our prayers goes to his lovely kids and especially his family whom I known for a long time. You will be always a part of my family, we love you.
Luke(son)
June 7, 2012
I miss you Dada
Laurie (Fusco) Sanzaro
June 7, 2012
Lori & Family,
I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your brother, I know how special brothers are...wanted you to know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Victoria Mallach
June 7, 2012
Jimmy, I have known you since cogswell at ASD, we were in same classes few time.. I never forgot about you how fun memories. You will be missed !!!
May you rest in peace, my friend
For the famiy, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
Angela
June 7, 2012
Jimmy have his son luke and he love him and best father visit him everyday great and luke miss dada
Wendy Clemmey
June 7, 2012
Jimmy, I remember I took care of you at cogswell building in morning shifts.. you were adorable boy with lot of sense of humor. You surely know how to make me laugh and that i will always cherish our memory. You are not alone up there, you got family and friends love surrounded with you especially your beauitful children! HUGS
Craig Bryden
June 7, 2012
Jimmy you will be missed. I will never forget all the good times we had together. I am very glad that you were one of my ushers at my wedding. Best times! Thanks Jimmy. Prayers to his lovely family and kids, Hannah and DJ!
Kristen Marchinski
June 7, 2012
To my new family, words can't express how deeply saddened I am for your loss. I will always remember Jimmy's smile which could light up a room. Please remember when someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. I love you all!
Lee Payton
June 7, 2012
Jimmy,
I'm glad to have known you for a long time. All the moments I had with you at Camp Isola Bella, American School for the Deaf and a number of Deaf events will never be forgotten. Your unexpected departure has a huge impact on many of us who knew and loved you. You will be terribly missed. May you rest in peace, my friend.
Betty, Monica, Hannah, Dominic and family... My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Kristen Marchinski
June 7, 2012
To my "New" family, words can't express how deeply saddened I am for the loss of Jimmy. I will always remember Jimmy's smile which could light up a room. Please remember when someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. I love you all!
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