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James Farrell Obituary
Born in Hartford, he was the son of the late James and Doris (LaMothe) Farrell.
Jim was active in the restaurant business all of his life. For many years, Jim was director of food services at the Mystic Seaport. He also served as vice-president of the Connecticut Restaurant Association and most recently a manager of Michael Jordan's Steakhouse Restaurant at the Mohegan Sun Casino.
Sailing was his passion. Jim captained numerous family summer adventures to nearby islands. He also enjoyed winter ski trips with those whom he was close to.
Besides his wife and children, he leaves two sisters, Kim Mazotas and her husband, Leo, of Marlborough and Lori Spranzo and her husband, Albert, of Colchester; his stepmother, Shirley Farrell of Stonington; a niece, Kristin Mazotas; five nephews, Matthew and David Mazotas and Stephen, Patrick, and Kenneth Spranzo; two stepbrothers, Sean Donahue and Colin Donahue and his wife, Wendy, and their children, Bridget and Olivia; and a stepsister, Erin Martley and her son, Liam, all of Stonington; and his beloved dog, Molly.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010, at the Mystic Funeral Home, Route 1, 51 Williams Ave., Mystic. A Funeral Mass celebrating his life will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 4, at St. Patrick Church, 32 East Main St., Mystic. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Farrell Children Trust at The Washington Trust Co., Dept. 114, PO Box 512, Westerly RI 02891.
The Farrell family invites you to visit www.mysticfuneralhome.com to share an online message and for directions to the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Farrell
Dennis Alemian
January 13, 2010
So sorry for your loss. Jim was a good friend through the Connecticut Restaurant Association, and always helped us when ever he could. Falvey Linen has lost a good friend.
Lee Stafford
January 8, 2010
My dear Julie,
My heart has been so heavy over the loss of your beloved "Jimmie". I know that God has you in his loving hands to help you through this tragedy. At best remember this:
To live in the hearts of those we leave behind.....
is not to die. May he live in your heart and your memory forever. If your need anything, anything at all, you know where to find me.
Affectionately,
Lee
Tina Gerard
January 4, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Farrell family. I had the pleasure of working with Jim on the insurance program for the Connecticut Restaurant Association. Jim was always so kind and helpful and I very much enjoyed working with him. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Julia, and your family at this most difficult time.
January 4, 2010
Julie,
You probably don't remeber me and I did not know your Jimmie. But, I remember you from the DPI and I have continued being friends with Shirley and she told me how helpful your Jimmie had been when his father died. I am so very sorry for your loss, especially at such a young age.
Pam Herget
Joseph Dwyer
January 4, 2010
Julie,Shelby,Jamie, my deepest sympathy on the passing of your Husband and Father.May his light continue to shine on us all thru this darkness. Again,my deepest sympathy.
(Boathouse)
January 4, 2010
Julie, Shirley and Family,
My sincere condolences to you all. He is now with his Dad after such a short time. All I can say is, there must be some great HarborView in the Heavens with Jim, Jim Sr., Jerry and all the others up there together!
Love to you all. May your Family be a loving fortress to you during this sad time of passing.
Eileen McEnerney O'Neill ( Harborview, so many years ago)
Barbara Kealey
January 4, 2010
Jim and I worked together at Flynn Management in Middletown. Jim used to make us all laugh - with his laugh - it was contagious! When we think of him, it will be laughing his head off in the corner office with his bud Bill. It never mattered what they were laughing at - it just made us laugh. May your own memories of Jim always bring you comfort. Barbara Kealey, Weatogue, CT
Rose Farrington
January 3, 2010
Julie,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
Jim & Linda Waldron
January 3, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Timothy Symonds
January 3, 2010
Kim, Leo and the Farrell family --
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we celebrate Jim's time with us. Life is a gift...may God give you peace and comfort as you reflect on Jim's.
Tim, Olga and Chris Symonds
Denise Mahoney
January 2, 2010
Julie,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Denise Mahoney
Jayne Raffo-Oslund
January 2, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
December 30, 2009
Julie - Dexter and I are so shocked by your unexpected tragedy. You have been such a wonderful friend to so many people in our little village of Noank. We were both lucky to have met your "Jimmie" at the bakery and found him every bit as charming as you are.
We will hold you and your children in our hearts and prayers. Anything we can do for you, just ask and it's yours.
With deepest sympathy,
Dexter and Maryanne Holaday
Demetrious Lamanis
December 30, 2009
When I heard about Jim, I thought to myself not again. My condolences to Kim, Leo & the Farrell family. Jim & I worked together at Sheraton Bradley for a season. Jim was kind, funny & I enjoyed working with him. My heart felt heavey until I prayed for you all , and what came in my spirit was the word live. Be thankful for Jim 's life, his smile,his jokes his love. Live, & remember God's awesome love during this difficult time. My prayer & thoughts are with you all.
Chris West
December 30, 2009
To the Farrell Family...
I worked with Jimmie at Harborview and will always remember the good times we shared. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Hold your memories close to heart for they will get you through the upcoming days.
Sincerely,
Nancy Ellis
December 30, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Jimmie was a close friend of ours back when he lived in Wethersfield. We lost touch with him when his family moved away but have always kept him in our thoughts and conversations about our younger years. He was a great guy and a very good friend. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Nancy (Civitillo) Ellis, Cathy (Laurie) Giuliano, Cindy (Laurie) Sullivan and Sue (Gaffey) Hulme.
Cherie
December 30, 2009
My heart goes out to the Jimmie's family. I haven't see him since high school, but he always had a smile on his face and something funny to say. I am sure he continued his life in the same way. Bless all of you!
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