James J. Kassar

Dear Judy and family.
My prayers are still with you all even though everything has passed and it is a new week. I will always remember Jim as being such a kind a gentle man and friend to all. I have grown up without my grandparents after they all passed away so I have always considered both Judy and Jim like 2nd grandparents. This has been a pretty difficult loss for me and many of my church family that knew Jim. But one thing is for sure he is watching over all of us. And will continue...

Jimmy was my longest and dearest friend. Our friendship began 70 years, when as kids we played stickball, ring-a-leevio and stoopball and sat around endlessly discussing such momentous subjects as whether the Brooklyn Dodgers would ever win a World Series, and what we would become when we grew up. We liked each other and trusted each other and that lasted for a lifetime. As we grew up, geography and circumstance kept us physically apart, but we spoke on the phone several times a year --...

Greg, Marilyn, Dede: Your Dad was such a great mentor/role model/friend to me. Many fond memories of him working around the house, whether building a deck, fixing the car, or working on the Duster, he will always have a special place in my heart. I am so sad to hear this news. You guys are in my prayers. Deepest Sympathies! -Joe Mauro

So often referred to in our house as "my baby brother"! His smile, energy, commitment to his family and neverending zest for life will always be forefront in my mind. Judy, Marilyn, Greg and Dede I'm so sorry for what is a huge loss for all of us and our families, but so happy to have his tough times behind him. I know for certain that Mom was there to meet her baby brother and show him the beautiful place they are in. Love to you all.

Jim was a special and creative individual. I will miss his joyful spirit. My condolences to his entire family.