Photo courtesy of McNally & Watson Funeral & Cremation Service - Clinton
Clinton, Massachusetts
Oct 1, 1935 – May 23, 2018 (Age 82)
CLINTON
James P. DeCesare, 82, died Wednesday, May 23, 2018, in Leominster Hospital, after a long illness.
He leaves his wife of 49 years, Jean M. (Morrison) DeCesare; four sons: Philip J. DeCesare, Robert J. DeCesare, Mark S. DeCesare, and Douglas A. DeCesare; one daughter, Mary Kathryn Flaherty; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his sister, Dorothy Beck.
Born and raised in Clinton, son of the late Angelo and Lillian (Scanlon) DeCesare, he was a graduate of the Clinton School System, and received both his Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from Fitchburg State University.
For 35 years before retirement, he served the Town of Clinton as a Police Officer. In addition, he served as the Inspector of Weights and Measures for many years.
At Jim’s request, funeral services and burial are private. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Clinton High School Athletic Department, 200 West Boylston St., Clinton, MA 01510, or the Clinton Police Relief Association, c/o Clinton Police Department, 176 Chestnut St., Clinton, MA 01510. McNally & Watson Funeral Home, 304 Church St., Clinton, is directing arrangements.
We just recently heard of the passing of Jim and send our sincere condolences to the family.
William & Paula DeCesare
January 19, 2019 | Charlestown, RI
Dear Jean and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family. May the love of your family and friends help you through this most difficult time. Donna
Donna Joyce-Baird
May 29, 2018 | Clinton, MA
My condolences on hearing about the loss of my good friend and Partner for many years on the Clinton Police Dept. he was a very nice man a true friend and above all a man who loved his family. May Jim Rest In Peace. From the Fazios
Mike fazio
May 28, 2018 | Sterling, MA | Friend
Jean and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Jean, you and he were always such good friends to my parents and I. Sending love and prayers to all of you.
Denise Paparazzo
May 28, 2018 | Sturbridge, MA
To the DeCesare Family,
I knew and worked with Jim and extend my deepest sympathy to each of you. May God Bless him and be with each of you during this very difficult time. I will not be able to attend the funeral since I am out of town on assignment.
Most Sincerely,
Dave Bartlett
PD - Lancaster and Bolton
May 26, 2018
So sorry for your loss Doug and family......
Rob & Colleen Moody
May 25, 2018 | Lancaster, MA | Friend
My sincere condolences to Jim's family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss. A fine officer, co-worker, and friend. Chief Howard Buster Spaulding, Chief of Police Retired Berlin.
May 25, 2018
Sorry for your loss, Doug.
deb whitcomb
May 25, 2018 | Lancaster, MA
Jean and family...Thoughts and prayers for your loss.
Amy Mason
May 25, 2018 | Leominster, MA | Coworker
