James E. Farrell

1945 - 2016

James E. Farrell obituary, 1945-2016, Rockland, MA

James E. Farrell

1945 - 2016

BORN

1945

DIED

2016

James Farrell Obituary

Published by Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home on Sep. 16, 2016.
James Edward Farrell, 71, of Rockland died at The Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston on September 16, 2016, after a period of failing health. He was born in Boston son of the late Edward, and Grace (Kane) Farrell. James was the Husband of Margaret E. (Palermo) Farrell of Rockland. Father of Anthony Farrell and his Wife Brandie of NV, and the late Victoria M. Champagne, and her Husband David of Scituate. Brother of Edwina "Bonnie" Harris of Braintree, Sally Furlong of Weymouth, Grace Liddell of Plymouth, Barbara Garland of Weymouth, and the late William Farrell, Dennis Farrell, and Marc Farrell. Brother in Law of, Anthony P. Palermo and his Wife Jan of Abington, and Donna M. Palermo of Arizona. Also survived by 6 Grandchildren. The family welcomes friends and loved ones to celebrate his life on Thursday, September 22, 2016 from 5:00-8:00 PM at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street, Rockland, MA. A Funeral Home Service will be held on Friday September 23, 2016 at 11:30 AM. Services will be followed by cremation. Memorial Donations may be made to Norwell VNA and Hospice, 120 Longwater Drive, Norwell MA 02061.

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September 28, 2016

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September 26, 2016

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September 23, 2016

Mac & Betty posted to the memorial.

CW

September 28, 2016

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With heartfelt sympathy.

Kimberly (Baker) Ionta

September 26, 2016

Dear Peggy, Anthony, family and friends, very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and heartfelt condolences to all of you. God bless

Mac & Betty

September 23, 2016

Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.

Frank

September 23, 2016

Will miss you, big guy.
Mac

September 21, 2016

Peggy, Anthony and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a great boss and wonderful friend. He was like family and will be missed.
Dave, Sandra and family

Wayne Buscemi

September 21, 2016

Barbara and family,
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing (Dennis too) Hadn't seen any of
you since 1964. The good old days when we all skated at Dimazzios rink Houghs Neck. My band used to play there too. many years gone by and so many friends lost. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Wayne Buscemi

Cheryl McGann

September 21, 2016

Peggy I'm so sorry for your loss I will remember Jimmy in my heart always

September 21, 2016

I truly wish peace for you and your family as you are going through this difficult time. We pray that God's love be with your family as you face this challenging time. He sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to comfort all who mourn (Isa 61: 1,2).

Bob, Christine, Jenny and Paula Crea

September 21, 2016

Dear Peggy, Anthony and Family, We send our deepest sympathy. We will truly miss Jimmy's quick wit and ever present smile. Bob, Christine, Jenny and Paula

Cathy & Ron Travers

September 21, 2016

Peggy, Anthony and family. We are so sorry for your loss. He was our neighbor and friend for 39 years. God bless you all and my Jim dance with Vic and look over Peggy and Anthony.

Nancy MacDonald

September 20, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss, Peggy. May Jimmy rest in peace & no longer in pain. - Nancy & Marcell

Wally Byrne

September 20, 2016

My sincere condolences to Peggy, Anthony and the rest of Jimmy's family.

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