Richmond, Virginia
SOMMA, James "Jim" Edward, 68, of Richmond, passed away June 13, 2011. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard A. Somma. Survivors include his mother, Mary Emma Somma; a sister, Tricia Wynne; a nephew, William Wynne and wife, Sarah; two nieces, Regan and Catherine Wynne; and three great-nieces, Taylor, McKenzie and Emma. Jim attended East Carolina College. He was a proud Vietnam veteran, attaining the rank of first lieutenant in the Army. He was a retired machinist with Jewitt Automation. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday (today) at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. A graveside service will be held 1:30 p.m. Friday in Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Disabled Veterans National Foundation, 1634 "Eye" St., Suite 750, Washington, D.C. 20006.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
I am very saddend to hear of the passing of my fellow officer of the 528th QM Company. I had lost contact with Jim and recently made contact with him. We were planning to meet at his OCS Reunion but things did not work out. I was going to provide Jim with copy of DVD with pictures from our Vietnam service. It has pictures of Jim. If anyone would like a copy please advise.
Robert L Tvorik
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July 31, 2011
Jim's Family,
Jim was my closest friend in our OCS class. We went our separate way's but I was always fond of the time we were together. He was truly an Officer & Gentleman. Prayers to your family.
Bob Spieldenner San Diego, Ca
July 13, 2011
Jim,
Although I had not seen you since July 19, 1966, I was looking forward to meeting you again at our OCS Reunion this July 19 at Fort Lee. Rest well, buddy!
Ron Demery
July 12, 2011 | Joplin, MO
Jim, we had such good times together. I will cherish the memories. My heartfelt condolences go to your Mom, sister and nephew, that I had the pleasure to spend time with, I know they are heartbroken. Linda Scott
Linda Scott
June 17, 2011 | Richmond, VA
My condolences to Jim's family. I spent many happy times in Jim's company over the years I lived in Richmond. Jim was a good person and a good friend. I miss him. God bless him.
Don Schultz
June 16, 2011 | Mims, FL
Jim,
You were a dear friend and every time I saw you my day got better. Thank you for your friendship, sharing your stories and jokes and giving me solid advice. Much Love~ Laura May
Laura May
June 16, 2011 | Ft. Worth, TX
James, I enjoyed our brief reunion a few years ago. It was nice to dialogue about our early years at St Bridget's school and our summer adventures! Until we meet again, Phil
Phil Stone
June 16, 2011 | Great Falls, VA
Heartfelt condolences to all of Jim's family from a former classmate at St. Bridget School--and equally heartfelt thanks for his service to our country in Vietnam.
Sharon Clark Chang
June 16, 2011 | Richmond, VA
James, you will be truly missed. To make your acquaintance was to make a friend.
Catherine Gambosh
June 16, 2011 | Richmond, VA
