James-WICKWIRE-Obituary

James Dilling WICKWIRE

Manchester, Connecticut

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WICKWIRE, James Dilling James Dilling "Jim" Wickwire, of Walpole, NH, died at Cheshire Medical Center in Keene on September 12, 2012, surrounded by his loving family, after a brief period of declining health. Jim was born in Winthrop, MA on Dec. 26, 1929, the son of the late Marguerite...

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Dave, I was at a family gathering of my husband's today when the death of you father was mentioned. Apparently my now deceased father-in-law, Armand (Pete) Jalbert was a good friend of your Dad's. The entire Jalbert family spoke highly of your Dad. I used to work with you way back and I recognized the name. sincere condolences to you and your family. Cindy (Kupec/Valentino) Jalbert

To the Wickwire family: My heartfelt sympathies go out to you all. Mr. Wickwire was such a kind, gentle man always with a smile on his face. I cherish the memories of having Andy as my best friend when I lived on Robin Road, right down the street from the Wickwires. Mr. Wickwire always made me feel so welcome. Going to Fenway Park with Andy and his parents, playing Little League baseball, playing basketball down at the Glenns, swimming in the Wickwire pool, and hanging out in Andy's room are...

Sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you and your family strength through this difficult time. Our prayers are with you. Love, Theresa Russell and family.

Jim gave me my first shoreside job at P & W A. He taught me some things about working with people and other career advice which turned out to be very valuable. He gave the wake up call I needed. He was respected by many.