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James Orstrom Obituary
MILLBURY - James S. Orstrom, Jr., 41, completed his journey through life on Friday, Oct. 7th
Jimi leaves his son, Israel Orstrom of Portland, OR; his mother, Linda M. (Renauld) Orstrom; two brothers, Justin W. Orstrom and his partner, Katie Krumsiek and Jason J. Orstrom all of Millbury; a nephew, Tristan and a niece, Teagan; his wife, Jennifer (Murphy) Orstrom; his grandfather, Wallace Landry of Millbury; aunts, uncles and cousins. He is predeceased by his father, James S. Orstrom, Sr. who passed earlier this year and his grandmother, Rita Landry.
Jimi worked for his brother, Jason at On Point Construction. He loved gardening and his animals. Jimi was an avid reader, writer and artist. He was known as quite the conversationalist and loved by all who knew him.
Jimi's calling hours will be held on Friday, October 14th from 9 to 11 a.m. in Mulhane Home for Funerals, 45 N. Main Street in Millbury. His funeral service will follow the calling hours at Noon in St. Brigid Church, 59 N. Main Street in Millbury. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to any Animal Rescue League. To view Jimi's online Tribute and Guestbook please visit:
www.mulhane.com
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Memories and Condolences
for James Orstrom
Mike Ciampa
October 1, 2022
Gone but not forgotten, was just thinking of you the other day.
Joyce Nadeau
October 5, 2019
So sad. Remembering you
Beth Bates
January 17, 2019
I am so sorry Linda i love u
Lisa A
October 18, 2016
I am so sorry for the loss of Jimmy. I know that all who knew him will deeply miss him. May you find comfort from God's word at 1 Thessalonians 4:13,14. Again, I am so sorry for your loss.
Betty Gladden
October 17, 2016
I am deeply saddened for your loss. God rest his soul. He is at peace now.
Kimberly Schwartz
October 17, 2016
Auntie Linda, Jason, Justin,
I'm so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing, I can't imagine what you are all going through. Please know the Love and Laugh and smile he had will carry on in my heart. I Love You all!!
Love,
Kimmie
Matthew Moore
October 14, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers with you family at this time of loss.
Moore Family
Mike Pichierri
October 14, 2016
Auntie Linda, Jason and Justin, Israel, words can't express how sorry I am for your loss. Although we have lost touch over the years, know that I'm thinking of you. I love you all, RIP Jimi
Jenn Flagg
October 13, 2016
Jason /Justin so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers to you and your family
Kelly O'Brien
October 13, 2016
Linda, Jason, Justin, Uncle Wally....No words can ease any of your pain. I am so incredibly sorry that you lost Jimmy so young. May he fly with the angels and give Aunt Rita and big Jim a hug upon arriving in heaven. My heart is with you all during this terrible time.
Kelly O'Brien
Maureen Daigle
October 13, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. May all your happy memories help you through this sad time
Marel Macki
October 12, 2016
Dear Linda, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time God Bless You
Linda and Mike Corby
October 12, 2016
Linda there are no words to ease your pain. My heart is so heavy thinking of you and what you must be going through. Remember your beautiful son in the beauty of the leaves and flowers. Feel his gentle touch when the wind blows gently across your check. May you find peace and comfort from all those who carry you in their heart with thoughts and prayers. My love and prayers are with you.
Norm and Deb Lussier
October 12, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kathy (Bachant) MacIntyre
October 12, 2016
Linda, Justin, Jason, Wally and entire family, My most sincere sympathy.
You are all in my thoughts & prayers. With Love,
Kathy (Bachant) MacIntyre
October 12, 2016
Linda, Justin, Jason, Wally and entire family, I am so so very sorry for your loss. I wish I had the words to comfort you all. My most sincere sympathy, thoughts & prayers.Kathy
Di & Ted Renauld
October 12, 2016
Linda, Jason & Justin, We cannot begin to understand the sorrow and pain you must be feeling at this time. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. A life tragically cut too short. "Sometimes the light is shinning on me,other times I can barely see. Lately it occurs to me what a long strange trip it's been." - Jerry Garcia, The Greatful Dead
Sherry & Mark Beatty
October 12, 2016
Linda, Jason & Justin,
We are so sorry for your loss, we will never forget Jimmy. Are thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Rest easy old friend.
Bethany and Isabella Caruso
October 12, 2016
To Linda, Jason and Justin,
We are so sorry for the loss of Jimi.May the memories give you comfort in your time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Tim Caruso
October 12, 2016
To anyone who knew Jimi there was only one thing he spoke most of all and that was to love everyone. That is the one quality that I am privileged to see first hand. Rest in Peace, I love you brother.
Chondra Provencher
October 12, 2016
Linda, Jason and Justin,
I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words to express my sympathy. Please know I am thinking of you all and sending love and prayers.
Chondra Healy Provencher
Eileen Burtt
October 12, 2016
Linda,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joyce Nadeau
October 12, 2016
Linda, Jason and Justin, I feel very fortunate to have spent time with Jimi and getting to know what a special person he was. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am here for you.
Rosa N
October 12, 2016
Jason, Justin and family, I am sorry for your loss. May you remember the good times you shared and cherish those moments.
Rosa Lugo
October 12, 2016
Jason,Justin,and family and I am so deeply sorry for your loss! Your family will be kept in our prayers!!! We send a lot of hugs and live your way!!
Ed Gilbert
October 12, 2016
My prayers for your poor family. Jim was such a great guy. He always made me laugh and smile
Ike & Mary Garcia
October 12, 2016
Such sad news. Our condolences go out to his family and friends. We knew Jimi as Canary, and he traveled with our daughter, Cathy Lane. Many prayers are sent your way.
Peter Caruso, Jr.
October 12, 2016
Goodbye old friend. I will never forget the times we had growing up. May you rest forever in peace.
October 12, 2016
You WILL always be in our heart's forever and always - Bengtson Family
October 12, 2016
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
October 12, 2016
Our hearts are sadden by the news. May your memories & your love of jimmy help you through the days ahead. Sorry for your loss Gail & Pete Kobel
T F
October 12, 2016
I am deeply saddened for your loss. God rest his soul in peace. ~ A fellow animal lover
Dorothy Couture
October 12, 2016
Linda, So very sorry for the loss of your son. There are no words that I can offer to you and your family that will take away your heartache but know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Kathy Brady
October 12, 2016
Fly high jimi. You will be missed.
Maureen Willette
October 12, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Jimi well we graduated together. Love Justin and Jason I know the pain you feel and it's hurting my heart your going though this..Thinking of you all ❤
Mike Ciampa
October 11, 2016
See you around Canary, I'm sure you'll be making wherever you go a little bit better. Rest in peace amigo.
Wendy Salo
October 11, 2016
Prayers , good memories and love sent to you Linda, Jason and Justin. And the rest of the family.
I will forever remember hanging out at the house and how he always made me, my sister and brother laugh! Good memories!
Chrys Zarazinski
October 11, 2016
My heart and prayers are with Jimmy's family now and I will continue to think about you. May the memories you all shared help you to move forward from this great loss. Sincerely, Chrys Zarazinski
Christopher Wood
October 11, 2016
We will miss you jimmy. May you be in peace and with family and friends.
John and Cindy Moore
October 11, 2016
RIP Jim❤
Janice Brooks
October 11, 2016
Rest easy jimi.. neva met anyone like you!!! Glad i knew u... i am truely saddened.. ♡♡....
shawn mayo
October 11, 2016
My dear friend jimmy. I've been his friend since we were 5. This truly saddens me and has created a hole in my life. Rest in peace brother, I won't forget you ever.; Shawn mayo
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