Springfield, Massachusetts
James M. McDermott 1940-2008 HOLYOKE - James M. McDermott, 68, of Holyoke, died peacefully at his home on Sunday August 31, 2008, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Holyoke, son of the late Kenneth and Rachel (MacKenzie) MacDer-mott and was a 1959 graduate of Holyoke High School. Jim...
Read MoreDear Joan,
I just learned about Jim from my sister who still lives in Holyoke. It seems like yesterday that we were back at H.B. Lawrence and I remember Jim was one of the "good guys" then, and as I read the notes in the guest book, he remained that way. We played a lot of basketball, stick ball,and pitch back then. he was good at all, and he made it fun. I will miss him.
Bob Stevens, HHS Class of 1959
Robert Stevens
September 09, 2008
Please accept my sincere sympathy. I have fond memories of Jim from HHS.
Kathy Monaghan Weibel
September 09, 2008 | Jaffrey, NH
To the McDermott family I understand the pain! It is hard to believe they are gone but the memories of the good times last forever.
Gail Pijar
September 08, 2008 | Holyoke
Dear Joan
We send our sincere sympathy to you and all your family as we just learned of Jim's passing on. He will always be remembered for his kindness and gentle spirit. We pray that God give you and your sons the grace to go on and cherish the memories you all had together.
Our love and sympathy,
Walt & Barbara Baran
September 04, 2008 | Sebastian, FL
To the McDermott family:
He was "Mr. McDermott" to me, of course, when I was a student at S. Hadley High School in the 1960's. He was well-respected and liked. After high school, I saw him once or twice, and he always seemed genuinely interested in what I was doing. My condolescences on your loss.
- Bob Judge
Bob Judge
September 03, 2008 | South Hadley, MA
Joan,Jim, Todd and the whole family, Dan and I will truely miss Jim, he was a great person and friend. Life just won't be the same without his smile to brighten the day. All our love to all of you.
Joanne & Dan Okraska
Daniel & Joanne Okraska
September 03, 2008 | Holyoke, MA
Dear Joan and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Having taught with Jim for 31 years, I learned to appreciate his dedication and sincerity.
Fran Schultz
September 03, 2008 | Orlando, FL
Mrs. McDermott, Jim, Lori and family,
Our prayers are with all of you and we wish we could be there. We are very blessed and fortunate to have spent time on the 4th of July with all of you.
God Bless.
Gretchen, Anthony, Jake, Brittney & Samantha Whiting
Gretchen Whiting
September 02, 2008 | Hudson, NH
Joan,Jimmy,&Todd,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry. I do know that Jimmy's spirit lives on. He touched so may lives with his laughter, his advice, and his caring. I will always hold dear to me all of our cherished moments we spent together. Jimmy will be deeply missed.
Love you,
Laurie
Laurie Gainey
September 02, 2008 | Jacksonville, FL
