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Peacefully on Tuesday, July 21, 2009, age 78, of Mt. Lebanon. Beloved husband of Joan W. Fanning; father of James T. Fanning of Atlanta, GA, John J. (Beth) Fanning of Mt. Lebanon, Kathleen (Robert) Banks of Wexford, and Patricia M. (Ronald) Iarussi of Tinton Falls, NJ; loving grandfather of James (Kristen), Lindsay, Meredith, Joseph and John Fanning, Rebecca (Allen) Brindle, Rachael, Madalyn Banks and Katelyn Fanning; great grandfather of Noah Banks and Brooke Fanning; loving brother of Jean Costigan and Joseph Fanning. James found the loving arms of Jesus Christ after a lengthy battle with alzheimer's. He served proudly as a Special Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) from 1954 to 1980 and he was the organized crime squad supervisor for the FBI. Upon retirement from the FBI Jim was appointed Special Agent in charge of the Bureau of Criminal Investigations for the Office of the Attorney General, Commonwealth of PA until 1986 when he began working as a contract investigator. Jim had a special devotion to St. Bernard's Parish where he served as an usher and also for the Little Sisters of the Poor in Pittsburgh. NO VIEWING. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, July 24, 2009 at 12:30pm in St. Bernard Church, Mt. Lebanon. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Little Sisters of the Poor, 1028 Benton Ave., Pgh PA 15212-1694, attn: Sr. Mary Vincent or to St. Bernard Parish, 311 Washington Rd., Pgh PA 15216, attn: Fr. Dave. Interment will be private. Arrangements by the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, Blawnox.
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July 30, 2009
Patty, Mrs. Fanning, Kathy, Timmy and John.
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dad. He was a dad to me growing up. Where do I start with the memories. At your house, the lake, the drive to the lake, etc. I am sorry I was away when he passed, I surely would have been there. Patty if there is anyway you can get in touch with me I would love it. My moms phone number is still the same.
God Bless you all.
Love, Babe
Mary Anne & Paul Fitzgerald
July 27, 2009
John,Beth and Katelyn,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father and grandfather. Wonderful memories do live on.
God Bless,
Paul and Mary Anne
Beth Bercik Leonard
July 24, 2009
Dear Patty, Mrs.Fanning and family,
My mother called to tell me about your sweet father passing away. My memories of your Dad are endless and beautiful. He was the father I never had; supporting my swimming when no one else did. He always knew my times and events, and would even give me my splits! Patrice Smith & I still talk about those days with Big Jim!
My biggest memory is ALWAYS going to Sunday 6am before meets. He would also help drive me to every meet and even morning pratices!
His smile and laugh will forever leave a lasting impression. How blessed you were to have him as a father & husband.
-"For God so loved the world that he gave his only son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life." John 3-16
Your friend in Christ-
Beth Bercik Leonard & Family
Mary Jo Slizik
July 23, 2009
John and Beth: Sorry to read of your father's death. My sincerest condolences to your family. Liberty Coin Shop.
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July 22, 2009
Joan and Family: Ihave so many fond memories of Jim. He will be missed by my family and so many others. God Bless all of you. Peg Forsyth (Mrs T.G. !!!)
William McCloskey
July 22, 2009
Joan ... Sincere condolences. Jim was a good man.
Bill McCloskey
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