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James Pedone Obituary
He leaves his wife of 48 years, Ann "Shirley" (Carter) Pedone, of Shrewsbury; a daughter, Lisa Marie Pedone of Cambridge; a son, John Joseph Pedone of Falmouth (formerly of Milton); three grandsons: Christos James Pedone, Loukas John Pedone, Evangelos Nicholas Pedone, all of Milton; two sisters: Clementina "Nellie" (Pedone) White of Worcester, and Ann "Nina" (Pedone) Trotsky of Auburn; a brother, Anthony Pedone of Worcester; several nephews, nieces and cousins. He was predeceased by four older brothers: Bartholomew "Bart" Pedone, Angelo "Spike" Pedone, Joseph "Joe" Pedone and John "Jackie" Pedone.
Mr. Pedone was born in Worcester, on October 4, 1931, the seventh of eight children of the late James and Rosa (Simone) Pedone, immigrants of Italy. Jim attended Gage Street School and graduated from Commerce High School in 1950. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He enlisted in the Navy from 1951 until 1959, during which time he traveled extensively around the world. While in the Navy, Mr. Pedone served as a cook, providing daily meals aboard ship for approximately 500 men. Jim also received several Navy medals, including the Good Conduct Medal, the Navy Occupation Service Medal and the National Defense Service Medal.
After being honorable discharged from the Navy, Mr. Pedone worked for many years as a bricklayer for a construction company that was owned by his late father. Jim then worked as a Worcester Police Officer for more than 30 years.
He was a member of the Biscegliese Men's Club, the Local #6 Bricklayers Union, the Massachusetts Police Association, the Knights of Columbus, and was a parishioner of Saint Mary's Church in Shrewsbury.
Mr. Pedone was an avid gardener and cook, and enjoyed spending time with his large family, especially during the holidays. James was a regular visitor to Cape Cod for many years, where he spent vacations with his family and enjoyed shell fishing. He also was a frequent patron of Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun Casinos.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Mr. Pedone's family on Friday, November 14th from 4-7 P.M. in the Britton-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, 648 Main Street, Shrewsbury. His funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, November 15th at 12:30 P.M. at Saint Mary's Church, 640 Main Street, Shrewsbury. Burial will be in the family lot in Mountain View Cemetery, Shrewsbury. Memorial contributions can be made to Saint Mary's Church Building Fund, 20 Summer Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545. For directions and Jim's personal online guestbook, please visit,
brittonfuneralhomes.com
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Memories and Condolences
for James Pedone
Bill Benedict
November 14, 2008
A good friend and a real good guy
Sharon Ruggiero
November 14, 2008
Shirley,
Our thoughts and payers are with you, John and Lisa. Jimmy was my Godfather and remember the time he gave me a $2 bill. I felt so special to get such a rear item in 1967. He was very special and will be missed by many.
Frank Bovenzi
November 14, 2008
Jim was a very good friend of mine for many years. I am now in Florida and will not be able to attend the funeral. Please accept my sorrow at this time and may god bless you all.
Richard Hall
November 13, 2008
Mrs Pedone, John and Lisa you are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss. Mr Pedone was a great guy and I always enjoyed the little conversations we had while I waited for John to get ready to go out for the evenings. They will always be fond memories for me.
marilyn drapos
November 13, 2008
Dear Shirley and family, Arthur & I were so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing our sincerest sympathy to you and the extended family.
Marilyn(Terlizzi) & Arthur Drapos
FRank Lirange
November 13, 2008
Jim and I went to Commerce High, we played the Bruins football team on Shrewsbury st( I played for the Segals), we both went Navy and went to Korea, then we both became Police Officers in Worcester for 30/32 years. The only thing that was different was I was not a brick layer. Last but not least we both are Italian. I will miss him very muich. Sgt Frank Lirange (ret) (Larange) God Bless him and the family.
LeAnne Tuccio
November 13, 2008
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you Shirley.
LeAnne, Matt & Andrea Tuccio
June Wolf
November 13, 2008
Dearest Shirley,
Fond memories of the past mixed with sadness in the present. I hope we can touch base in the future but in the meantime please know I'm thinking of you and your family with much love and sympathy.
June (Huard) Wolf
Maria, Tom, Meaghan and Jack Whalen
November 13, 2008
Dear Aunt Shirely, John and Lisa,
We will all miss Uncle Jimmy. He was a great man who loved his family very much. It's been a long road for your family and Uncle Jimmy can now rest in peace with his brothers, mother and father.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
AL CALO
November 13, 2008
A GREAT GUY AND FOOTBALL PLAYER FOR THE "CHAMPION" BRUINS OF THE LATE FORTIES...FORMER BRUIN PLAYER, AL PEPPERS CALO
Frank Myska
November 13, 2008
Shirley, I am sorry to hear of Jim's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dr. Timothy C. Hoffman
November 13, 2008
Thank you for serving our country. May you rest in Peace. May your family find comfort in our faith.
Joe & Bridget Simoncini
November 13, 2008
Shirley, So sorry to hear about Jim's passing our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joleen Hallene
November 12, 2008
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My thought have been with you. he will be taken care of. Miss you.
Joleen
( old University Commons Worker)
FREDERICK BORGHESI
November 12, 2008
To the family of Jimmy Pedone, I am very sorry for your loss. He was a down to earth guy who served the City of Worcester's citizens well. He had a great sense of humor and he will be missed by his family and friends.
Raj Manchanda
November 12, 2008
Having studied at Boston University with John I had the chance to meet Jimmy in 1986 or so. I remember Jimmy as a generous and caring father who acted from his heart. During the holidays I was always welcome at the Pedone home in Shrewsbury and have fond memories of Jimmy and his wonderful hospitality.
Jimmy was a great friend, father and husband. We will miss him dearly. His time with us was marked by accomplishments and happiness.
Condolences to Shirley, Lisa and John and the extended Pedone family.
Fondly,
Raj
Tom Belezarian (worc police ret)
November 12, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with the Pedone family on this sad day. Jjmmy, I will not forget the fun we had working the Centrum, especially when we had our picture taken with Dolly Parton. We shared a lot of laughs. You will be missed
vincent- ye -ethan -alexander pedone
November 12, 2008
we will miss uncle junior and keep him close in our heart with good memories...
Jo-Ann & David Ohman
November 12, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Pauline Hunt
November 12, 2008
Jimmy,
A man that went out of his way for the eldery members of the faimly. A good friend and always greeted you with a smile. Our grandchildren knew him well and looked forward to visiting with him. Good Bye Jim we will miss you. Pauline and Peter Hunt
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