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James McNeice Obituary
1934-2012 CHESHIRE James William "Trapper" McNeice, 78, of 4828 30th Place South West, Naples, Fla., and a longtime Cheshire, resident died Friday, September 7th, 2012 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Born in Pittsfield on April 29, 1934 a son of the late Vincent and Katherine Bourne McNeice. He attended schools in Pittsfield and was a graduate of Pittsfield High School. He was a United States Navy Korean War Veteran. Mr. McNeice was a steam fitter for 52 years retiring in 1993, he had worked for many local contractors including, M.W. Heating, Robbins and Gamwell, Cayburry Plumbing, Harrington Plumbing and Ralph Williams Plumbing. He was a member of Plumbers and Pipefitters #151. He was a communicant of Saint Mary of the Assumption Church, a member of Vergennes Vermont American Legion Post 14, a member of the Cheshire Rod & Gun Club, a member of the Pittsfield Sportsman Club and the Cheshire Lions Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and trapping.
He leaves his wife the former Patricia A. Bullett whom he married March 16, 1957 at St. Joseph's Church in Pittsfield. Three daughters, Kathleen M. McNeice of South Carolina, Belinda Ramsdell and her husband Dean of Bryan, Texas and Deborah A. McNeice of Cheshire, Six sons, Bruce M. McNeice of Savoy, Mark D. McNeice and his wife Betty of Pittsfield, Joseph F. McNeice and his wife Jennifer of North Adams, William T. McNeice of Clarksburg, Paul J. McNeice and his wife Jule of Adams, and Sean P. McNeice of Lanesboro, 17 Grandchildren. One brother, Brother Savio S.A. McNeice of Brockton, Mass. and one sister, Ann Costanzo of Pittsfield.
FUNERAL NOTICE: Funeral services will be held Friday at 10:15 a.m. from the DERY-CHESHIRE FUNERAL HOME, 121 North State Rd. Cheshire, Ma. followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at Saint Mary of the Assumption Church, celebrated by the Rev. David Raymond, pastor. Burial will follow in the Cheshire Cemetery. Calling hours at Dery-Cheshire Funeral Home will be Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.
In lieu of flowers memorials in his memory may be made to Soldier On in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 445, Cheshire, Ma. 01225.
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Memories and Condolences
for James McNeice
Susan Massaconi
October 2, 2012
"The Lord is full of compassion and is merciful".....our deepest condolences, Sue Massaconi, Krystina Massaconi, Cheeso & Joan Massaconi
September 21, 2012
On behalf of the Casey family of the greater Brockton area and beyond, please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss. The loss of a parent, while a part of life, is something none of us can ever forget. We are among countless people who have been helped and befriended by Brother Savio McNeice, SA during his many years of service at the beautiful Westgate Chapel in Brockton, and we consider him a part of our family, so although we never had the pleasure of meeting Jim, we certainly feel that we knew him. Be absolutely assured of our prayers for him and your entire family. God bless all of you.
Ed Casey
September 19, 2012
McNiece Family, I was deeply saddened to hear about your dad passing. My thoughts and prays are with all of you.
Judy (Dargie) Spagnuolo
September 18, 2012
our hearts and prayers are with you. We were so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. But our prays are for you now. Do your best to keep your chin up. Sing our Christmas songs out loud.
Gwen & Gordon
brenda perras
September 18, 2012
Bill and Kim I am so sorry for your loss.Remember all the good times,and know your dad is at peace.You both were there for my family when we lost Bill now its our time to be there for you,and know that we are. We love you guys.
Belinda McNeice Ramsdell
September 17, 2012
My dad
As the tears fill my eyes and roll down my face I know my dad is in a better place
My dad worked hard all of his life to provide for us kids and take care of his wife
My dad taught us how to make it on our own, especially the more we had grown
I felt the time come and had feelings that grew my dad had already knew
My dad lived his life with his beautiful wife, his memories will continue to remain, and seep through our veins
There is no doubt my dad will remain in our hearts. As I lay down my head at night I know my dad will be peaking through heavens light
My dad died where the mountains kiss the ocean. Vancouver Canada. I can only imagine the smile on his face
To all the special prayers, donations, help and support throughout this community through family and friends. My family can not thank you enough. We are truly blessed!
Dee Belanger
September 16, 2012
Dear Aunt Pat and all my cousins and their families, please know that I'm keeping Uncle Jim and all of you in my thoughts and prayers. My heart is full of many treasured memories. Such a wonderful man will be sorely missed.
Hugs to all. God bless you.
Dee
Debbie McNeice
September 16, 2012
On behalf of my family I want to thank you all for you kind words. My father was an amazing man and truly had a lot of great friends...Once again Thank you and God Bless
Bobby, Kathie and Jess Olson
September 15, 2012
Dear Pat and Family
We are so sorry to hear about Jimmy. We have had many good memories with you and Jimmy in Champlain and at Park Safari. He could definitely tell a story. He will be greatly missed.
With Deepest Sympathy
Sue & Jeff Deeley
September 14, 2012
To the McNeice Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
September 13, 2012
Aunt Pat and Family our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Alison and John Apple Charlotte NC
butch malloy
September 13, 2012
I'm very sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there for you. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
butch malloy
September 13, 2012
I'm sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
butch malloy
September 13, 2012
I'm sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jose saldana
September 13, 2012
Sorry for your loss
Ron and Lois Lancia
September 13, 2012
Pat and Family,sorry hear about Jimmy passing ,thinking of you and
Pat and Family, we were so sorry to hear of Jimmy passing ,thinking of you all during this hard time.
Bill & Sonni-Jo Bruno
September 13, 2012
To the McNiece Family,
You are in are Thougths and Prayers
R.I.P. Trapper
Joann abair
September 13, 2012
Pat and family - I am sorry for your loss, may your memories help you through this time JoAnn
Michael Bushey
September 13, 2012
McNiece family,
I am very sorry for your loss. May god bless and help you through this difficult time.
Tom & Teresa Parsons
September 12, 2012
To Pat and Family
It was a pleasure and joy to have met Jim and talked on several occasions during our Alaska trip!!! He seemed to thoroughly enjoy himself!!!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family!!!!
Kim Wright (Birmingham)
September 12, 2012
To The McNeice Family,
My heart goes out to you all. It was a shock to me when I saw it in the paper. So sad to lose someone that we love. Remember the good times.
donna dargie guarneri
September 12, 2012
pat and family may jim rest in peace
Billie Bushika
September 12, 2012
Billy & Kim - you were there for me and my family when we lost Dad. Please know that we're here for you too!
Billie Bushika
September 12, 2012
To the entire McNeice Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Nothing can fill the void, but please know that you have many friends that are here for you.
Susan Martel
September 12, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
September 12, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Janice Ward
September 12, 2012
To all of the McNeice family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. May all your fond memories, family and friends carry you through this difficult time! My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you!
Sincerely,
Janice (Tuggey) Ward
Sue and Dave Wellspeak
September 12, 2012
Pat and Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. We pray that all the wonderful memories and many laughs he gave us all will help your thru this difficult time...We enjoyed "Trapper" so very much and always loved listening to him tell the stories about the garden's he planted, his running cucumbers and his special "succatash"...many fond memories for sure. Our hearts are with you all.
Irene Jajko Frazier
September 12, 2012
McNeice family,
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Irene & Isaac Frazier
Kris & Bruce Zieba
September 12, 2012
To the McNeice family, our sincere condolences to you all in the loss of your husband/father/grandfather. May your memories console you and help you threw this difficult time.
Bill & Paula Rhorer
September 12, 2012
To the McNeice family or sincerest sympathy on the loss of Jimmy. He was such a commical guy. Loved him, thinking of all of you and praying for the family.
The Donald Kruszyna Family
September 12, 2012
Dear McNiece Family:
Our Deepest Sympathy for Your Loss.
September 12, 2012
Our sympathies go out to the McNeice Family from the officers and members of Laborers' Local 473. From Mike Filpi Business Manager
Scott & Melissa Fortini
September 12, 2012
Sean and family, We are very sorry for your loss.
debb ostrander
September 12, 2012
Pat - we were shocked to see Jimmy's obit. in today's paper. We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. We have a lot of good memories from the fun times we had at the lake with you guys. Jimmy always always had a funny story to tell. debb and fred ostrander
Linda Levesque
September 12, 2012
Pat and Family - Lots of laughs and memories of a life well lived in the Champlain years. Thinking of you and your family - very sorry for your loss.
Linda (Gaylord) Levesque and Family
kathie mcfadden
September 12, 2012
dad you are truly missed
September 12, 2012
Bruce, we are sorry to hear of your father's passing. Leah, Bobby, and Marty
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