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James Joseph Bakun Jr.

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South Dennis, Massachusetts

James Bakun Obituary

James J. Bakun Jr., age 74, died suddenly on July 27, 2010 at Cape Cod Hospital, Hyannis. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Sandra (Sluyski) Bakun. He was born in Maynard, MA on Nov. 26, 1935. He graduated from Maynard High School and Waltham Technical with a degree in graphic arts. After a stint in the US Navy aboard the U.S.S Yosemite, he worked for the Lowell Sun, Waltham Tribute, The Natick Bulletin, and the Boston Globe newspapers before entering Raytheon in graphic design. He retired from Raytheon and moved to Cape Cod in 1994 where he was a sexton for the church of the Holy Spirit in Orleans and the Unitarian church in Brewster. His last years were spent as a driver for the Community Connections, an organization for the disabled. Jim loved his clients and enjoyed their company, saying it was the best job he ever had. Jim loved to fish and golf and enjoyed the great outdoors. He also cherished the time spent with family and friends and especially his faithful dog Cody. Besides his wife Sandra, he leaves a son Peter and, his wife Helena from Little Compton, RI; three daughters, Jean McDonald from Scituate, MA, Julie Bakun from East Boston, MA and Jill Bakun from Brighton, MA; three grandchildren; Grace Bakun, Andrew McDonald, and Molly McDonald; two sisters, Mary Mitzcavitch and Irene Fanning and predeceased sister Helen Smith all of Maynard, MA; and many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be Monday, August 2, 2010 from 8:30am to 10:30am at Doane Beal & Ames, 729 Route 134, S. Dennis, MA. An 11am Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of the Cape, 468 Stony Brook Rd., Brewster, MA also on Monday August 2, 2010, burial will immediately follow at Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne, MA In lieu of Flowers, please make contributions in Jims name to: Community Connections, 127 Whites Path, South Yarmouth, MA 02664. For online condolences and directions, please visit www.doanebealamesdennis.com.

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Published by MetroWest Daily News on Jul. 31, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for James Bakun

18 Entries

Pat Whalen

August 24, 2010

Dear Sandy and Family,
I just heard of Jimmy's passing and want to add my sincere sympathy. He was a great guy. We go way back to fun times at Maynard High.
Sad and lonely as it may be sometimes, family and friends will help you through the sorrow, and especially the many, many years of wonderful memories. God Bless
Pat Whalen

greg Narowetz

August 23, 2010

Julie: I am sadened by your loss. I hope you are doing well. Greg Narowetz, Castle Rock, Co.

Laura Dunn

August 12, 2010

My thoughts are with all of you;
Jean, Jill, Julie, Peter, Sandy, and your whole extended family as the waves of this great loss travel over time - My early childhood memories always include your family, and welcoming home, and Jim's fun-loving nature. Peace to you all.
Laura Dunn

August 5, 2010

Dear Sandy and family:

I was so shocked to read of Jim's passing in the Beacon today. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Sandy Lawton

Bill & Stephanie Duggan

August 4, 2010

Sandy & Family,
We were so sad to hear of Jim's sudden passing... he was such a sweet man and we know that his cousin Bill is already missing him dearly. Budgie got the news in Afghanistan and wanted me to send his sympathies along as well. He was very moved to hear of Jim's military honors and was disappointed that he could not be there for his memorial service. We hope that loving memories of Jim will now bring you comfort and strength. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers...
Love and peace,

Evelyn McLenna

August 1, 2010

Sandra,

I was so shocked to hear of Jim's passing. Fortunately Von & Betty sent the obituary to me or I probably would never have known. I can't imagine what happened, but it sounds like it was unexpected. I know how hard it is to lose your spouse. I have such fond memories of the times that we spent together when we visited in Massachusetts and whenever we saw you. Please accept my deepest sympathy and my prayers.

Love, Evelyn

Smith-Miller Family

August 1, 2010

Dear Bakun Family,
Words cannot express how saddened we were to learn about the passing of Community Connection's biggest angel with a heart of gold. My brother, Gerald "Jerry" Smith was greeted every Wednesday and Thursday with Jim's warm smile and enthusiastic words of encouragement. He was a treasure to all his special clients and their families. Surely Jim has a giant green light straight through the pearly gates for all he's done for God's special children.
Our thoughts and prayers are sent with fond memories of Jim.
Maryanne, Ronn, Geralyn Miller and Gerald Smith

Madelyn Lee

July 31, 2010

Sandy, Mommy and I are so sad about the passing of Jim. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you & you family at this difficult time. May the Lord give you peace, knowing that Jim is held in the palm of God's hand. Take care.

Madelyn & Linda Lee

Evelyn and Roger Savino

July 31, 2010

Sandra – We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many who know you as we do are surely with you at this time. Find comfort in your family and memories.

Ed & Linda Mullin

July 31, 2010

To Sandy and Family,

Linda and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to all of you!!

We are deeply saddened and shocked at Jim's passing.

Jimmy was a special guy who will always be rememberd fondly!!

Of course, I, Eddie, remember Jim as one of the first football players with whom I could identify while he was playing for M.H.S.

We, also, will never forget his special sauerkraut recipe!!!

You are in our thoughts and prayers;

July 31, 2010

I was deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. We go back many, many years - from being a neighbor, friend and classmate. Jim always had a smile and a big "hello" whenever our paths crossed. Deepest sympathy to Sandy, their family and Irene.

Sylvia Ineson

July 31, 2010

sandy and family,,,,,,,,,,
so very sorry to hear of jimmy's passing.i have so many memories of you, jim, helen, mary and andy. maynard was such a fun place to live where everyone became part of your family......
deepest sympathy to you and the family,
larry and mary mulcahy sullivan

Kathy (Dee) and David O'Sullivan

July 31, 2010

Please accept our deepest sympathy. I have many wonderful memories of times spent with your family growing up in Stow.

The Staff of Doane Beal & Ames Funeral Home Funeral Service Incorporated

July 31, 2010

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.

Lauren Rodriguez

July 30, 2010

Dear Bakun Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. May your memories give you strength.

Ed Cuddy

July 30, 2010

I am both shocked and saddened at the passing of Jim. Jim and I go back to before the first grade, as we did with Oiva Kallio. We had a wonderful youth and remained good friends throughout our lifetime. His sense of humor and personality will be missed. My thoughts are with you Sandy!

Joanne Castaldi

July 30, 2010

We were all so sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Jimmy. He was a kind and wonderful uncle. I have so many great memories of family get togethers that always included him. He will be missed! Joanne, Michael and Peter Castaldi

Jamie Duggan Linde

July 29, 2010

I am very sorry to hear of Uncle Jim's passing and know that he will surely be missed. I have many fond memories of the family gatherings

Love Jamie

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