James John Chronowski

My condolences to Judy, Bernie and their family, relatives and friends on your loss. Jim spent many summers with us playing in my band, the New Brass. On one of our trips, I called Jim to meet us in Florida, and this was the night before departure for our cruise. We arrived at the port and Jim was waiting. He was a very dependable and professional musician. My many, many phone calls and hours speaking with him will be missed. I will miss you my friend. I will remember you in my daily prayers.

I met Jim when I was a member of the original "Larry Trojak's" Dyna-Tones and furthered our friendship when I was with Marion Lush's Musical Stars and he traveled with us to fill in on a few gigs.A truly awe inspiring person-and musician couldn't be found! My condolences to his family and friends as words cannot express how much he will be missed! God Bless you Jim!

Ed Pilarz
Cheektowaga, NY

Rest In Peace Jim. I will sincerly miss our long conversations as our paths crossed from time to time.

My thoughts and prayers are with Jim's family.
I had heard Jim play in various Polka Bands over the years, but I hadn't really talked to him or gotten to know him.
Last year I found myself at a dinner table with Jim and was impressed with his charm and kind manner. The world has lost a good musican and a very nice man. He will be missed.

I’m very sad to hear of Jimmy's passing. I knew him since I was kid and was always impressed with his dedication to music, friendship and religion. He was truly one of the nicest guys in the business. I remember him telling me “Don’t worry about the notes on the sheet…play from your heart…it sounds better”. He was right. Jimmy did everything from the heart and he was a better man for it. I’ll miss you my friend. Rest in peace.

Our deepest sympathy to the family on this sudden passing of Jim, a great musician and friend. I was shocked to hear the sad news. God be with you all during this sad time.

Jimmy was a great man who I always enjoyed talking to. He made you smile when you walked away from the conversation. A good man, a great musician and a friend that I will miss.

Thanks for the memories and the music that will remain in all of our hearts forever. God Bless and rest in peace Jimmy.

John Mikos

We are saddened with the news, Jimmy, we have some good memories. Especially those times you would come to springs and sit in on bands like Ray “J’ . And then jam and, get back to school for Monday morning. We know you are jamming with all our friends who have moved on. I was told many years ago by a good friend. The head stones at the cemetery have two birthdays. Happy “B” day in heaven, Jim!

You will be sorely missed.
Keep makin' music up there.
Your friend,