James-Taricani-Obituary

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James Taricani

North Kingstown, Rhode Island

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James passed away on Friday, June 21, 2019. James was a resident of North Kingstown, Rhode Island at the time of passing. He served four years in the United States Air Force Reserve and received a Presidential Letter of Commendation in 1968 for helping secure the transfer of James Earl Ray, assassin of Martin Luther King Jr. after Ray was captured in England where Jim was stationed. "Responsible journalists bring sunlight to the stories that otherwise may stay hidden in the shadows." In lieu of flowers, those wishing to inspire the next generation of ethical and responsible journalists may make a contribution to the University of Rhode Island Foundation, PO Box 1700, Kingston, Rhode Island 02881 or online at urifoundation.org.

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Dear Taricani family members, Because I live in FL much f the year and travel with my husband often, I somehow missed the news of Jim's passing-- otherwise I would have written to you in a more timely way. But even at this late date I thought it important to say what an outstanding man Jim was and how blessed I often felt to call him a media colleague and friend. He was brilliiant and humble at the same time, serious about his great work in the media and compassionate as a friend. I am sure...

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I would like to offer condolences to Jims wife and family. He was a special person and when I worked with him at WJAR he helped me get through a very hard time in my life. My first husband was put on a liver transplant list due to a rare liver disease. He received a transplant after waiting for 3 years but at that point his body was too sick to recover so he passed. I will never forget Jims friendship at that time and we also shared love of rock music and being on bands. I couldnt make the...

To Jim family especially his wife I'm so sorry for you loss. He was a very good soul. Did lot of good for many many ppl. I was think of his wife tonight and thjnk how she will miss him a lot. God bless you. And comfort you in your sorrow.

TRIPLE SCOOP WOW !!!!! I'LL NEVER FORGET U JIMMY WHEN , I WAS 10 YEARS OLD & I , PLAYED THE TRUMPET ..... FAREWELL BROTHER MARK 1:11 ..... MATTHEW 14:10 ..... JOHN 2:02-2:25 ????? & JOSHUA 5:08 & 6:10 .....

JIM, YOU ARE NOW WITH THE ANGELS! REST WELL!

RIP!

Jim was a great journalist and was well respected by everyone who knew him. I met him when I worked at channel 10, many years ago. My sympathies to his wife, Laurie, and his entire family. May he rest in peace.

Always admired his work. Bumped into him at the airport one morning and he graciously spent time chatting with me. Truly one of the good-guys of his profession. My heart goes out to his family, friends and colleagues.