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James Kane Obituary
He leaves his wife of 42 years, Ila Mae (Richards) Kane; two daughters, Jacqueline Kane and Caroline Willard and her husband Fred Willard Jr., all of Miami; a son, James B Kane Jr. and his wife Andrea of Dudley; six grandchildren, Marcus and Antonio Ravelli, Alisha and Fred Willard III, all of Miami, and Olivia and Benjamin Kane of Dudley.
Jim also leaves two brothers, Edward H. Kane Jr. and his wife June of Rutland, and Jeffrey W. Kane of West Palm Beach, FL., two sisters, Maureen E. Pottle and her husband James of Cape Coral, FL and Lois A. Grosse and her husband Robert of Worcester, and many nephews and nieces. His brother Lee F. Kane died in 1981.
Jim was born in Worcester, son of the late Edward H. and Marion C. (Wood) Kane. He lived in Worcester most of his life before moving recently to FL. He graduated from Worcester Boys Trade High School. He was a sergeant in the Massachusetts Army National Guard, serving from 1965 through 1971.
Jim was a pressman for more than 30 years before retiring. He worked many years for Mercantile Printing Co. and later for Saltus Press Co., both in Worcester.
Calling hours at the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester, are Thursday, Aug. 21 from 5 to 8 p.m. The funeral will be Friday, Aug. 22 from the funeral home with a Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Stephen's Church, 357 Grafton St., Worcester. Entombment will be at St. John's Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to the Jimmy Fund, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445 or The American Heart Assn., 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Kane
Terry Sullivan
September 6, 2008
Dear Caroline and Family
We are sad to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and prays are with all of you.
Love the Sullivan family
Suzanne, Peter, Lauryn and Emma Smith
August 27, 2008
Dear Mae, We just found out about Jim. Our family is shocked and very sad about the loss of Jim, so sudden. Our deepest sympathy goes to you and your family. Its hard to believe that someone so special to so many people has been taken from us so suddenly. I guess there are other plans for Big Jim that has taken him there. If there is anything we can do for you feel free to call or stop over anytime. We are deeply sorry at this time of your darkest hour.
Alisha Willard
August 24, 2008
Grampie my best friend the one person i know would never let me down no matter what i love you so much and i miss you i cant wait to see you when i get up there and we can have some meatballs (: i love you so much i miss youu ): ill keep a good eye on gram even tho i know you will be looking down on all of us watching us making sure we do what is best (: i love you with all my heart and i miss you i cant wait to see you love you big guy (:
Michele,Ken & Abbey-Beth Kielinen
August 21, 2008
Jimmy Kane, I am so very sorry about the loss of your Dad. He was a great guy and I know how much you miss him. I know that your Dad is so proud of the man you have become, And he will always be with you in your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, as well as your Sisters and thier families also. With our most sincere sympathy, The Kielinens
Antonio James Ravelli
August 20, 2008
I can't believe it, of everyone i didn't think i'd see him go so early yes he was a wise old man, But i still thinked he had many years still ahead of him. I've done my best to listen to the stories and notes of advices and they'll stay with me, and always will. I've lived my life without regrets but so far my biggest one was not seeing him
when he was in miami, not picking up the phone to talk crap and get advice. Just know your always in my heart and always on my mind. Your were a strong man, but a greater hero.
Kathy Pottle
August 20, 2008
Mae, Jackie, Caroline and Jimmy: I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a wonderful man and father and I know he meant a great deal to my Jimmy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Kathy Pottle
James Pottle Jr.
August 20, 2008
I will miss your dad very much.He was a great inspiration to me when i worked with him all those years at Mercantile Printing. He always had a smile on his face everyday. God love him and all of you that belonged to him.
BRENDA
August 20, 2008
MAE, I KNOW THE PAIN YOU ARE SUFFERING BUT ALSO TAKE COMFORT THAT JIM IS AT PEACE. HE LOVED YOU AND HIS FAMILY SO MUCH. I AM HERE FOR YOU AND WILL SEE YOU VERY SOON.
Renee` and Family.
August 19, 2008
Mae my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours, at this time of sadness, God toke another angel home, a wonderful friend ,family man and husband may god bless you and keep you safe at this time and always, keep your chin up he,ll always be by your side!
Lori Ravelli
August 19, 2008
Jim,
I am so glad I had the opportunity to spend time with you and Mae while you were living here in Miami. We really enjoyed the time we spent with you playing cards. I know how deeply you touched my husband and treated him like a son. For that I thank you. You will be missed greatly. We know you will be watching over Mae, Caroline, Jimmy, Jackie and the grandkids. Rest in peace.
Daizy Santiago
August 18, 2008
dear,Uncle Jimmy
I miss you so much and i wish you
could have stayed here longer. I love you!!!
Love,
Daizy
DENISE LUZZO
August 18, 2008
Dear Jackie, Mae and family ,
I am so sorry to hear of jim's passing .I have such wonderful memories of him he was always so kind to me and so young at heart. He was always working so hard to be sure his family had everything they needed and wanted . I had alot of respect for him. I hope with each passing day your pain gets a little bit less ..Much love ....DENISE (MORSE) LUZZO
Mark Ravelli
August 18, 2008
Jim, You taught me many things throughout our time together. We had some great times together. Marcus and Antonio loved you very much. I appreciate all that you did for your family. Mae, Jackie, Caroline, and Jimmy; you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace,
Mae Kane
August 17, 2008
To My Husband, My Best Friend.. I cant believe its true, Im lost with out you. We had 42 wonderful years together. I only go on because of the children and grandchildren. I miss you! Have the angels take care of me. I miss your smiling face Howdy Duddie.
Jacqueline Kane
August 17, 2008
My daddy, my friend,my buddy. there are so many times in the day that i am reminded of you. You will never be forgotten. I miss you, and will love you forever.
Lynne Bishop
August 17, 2008
Jackie and Family,
We are so sorry to have read about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.
John and Lynne Bishop
GRAMMIE B
August 17, 2008
ALISHA AND FREDDIE, I AM SORRY FOR YOUR PAIN. KNOW THAT YOUR GRANDPA IS NOW WITH PAPA AND GOD. HE LOVED YOU SO MUCH. BE HAPPY FOR HIS LOVE.
BRENDA MCNICKLES
August 17, 2008
JACKIE AND JIMMY, I AM VERY SORRY FOR THE PAIN YOU HAVE SUFFERED. TRY ALWAYS TO REMEMBER HIS HAPPY SMILE AND HIS LOVE FOR HIS FAMILY. HE WAS A GREAT MAN.
BRENDA MCNICKLES
August 17, 2008
My precious daughter in law Caroline, my heart aches so much for the loss you and Fred and Alisha and Freddie III have suffered.. He raised you as a wonderful daughter and his love for you has shone thru over and over. Jim will remain in my heart forever. I loved him and was so grateful to him for the love he gave my son .
Denise Willard
August 17, 2008
Your dad was a wonderful man. Always laughing, smiling, always making everyone around him smile. He will be missed by many. We are so sorry for your loss & the pain your all going through. You are all in our thoughts & prayers. We love you very much. D, Danny, Sarah & Stefanie
Cheryl Morse
August 17, 2008
Jackie, Caroline & Jimmy,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Libby Long
August 17, 2008
Mae, Jackie, Caroline & Jimmy
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and dad. He was a great guy and was always smiling.
Remember the good times and fond memories. God Bless you all.
Love, Libby
Margie Heavey
August 17, 2008
Maureen & family,
My prayers are with you all.
Margie Heavey
charles landry
August 17, 2008
HI! Deapest sympathy from charlie brown Seems our times are coming sooner than we'd like, some earlier than others I'll be moving back to lake park fl. soon, which is part of west palm beach, beats Rutland Eddie! Sincerely C.B.
Diane Grudoff
August 17, 2008
Mae, so sorry to hear about Jimmy my thoughts are with you and your family.
Caroline Willard
August 17, 2008
You were my Dad, my friend and my hero I truly feel lost now with out. Your death has left an empty space in my heart forever. I thank you for being such a great Dad and for always being there for me, Fred, Alisha & Freddie. You have left us with such great memories you will never be forgotten. All my love Caroline
Sara Kane
August 17, 2008
My thoughts and prayer to Mae, Jackie, Caroline, and Jimmy. I love you all so much. And Im going to miss Uncle Jimmy. XOXOX
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