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James Alden Obituary
James Kenneth Alden
of Kirkwood, N.Y.
James Kenneth Alden passed away November 11, 2008. He was born July 10, 1927, to Kenneth James Alden and Beatrice Alden in Binghamton, N.Y. James is survived by and will be dearly missed by his son, James William Alden; and wife, Anne, Fort Mill, S.C.; two grandchildren, Amy Alden Donnelly, husband John, Edgewater, Md., and Todd James Alden, wife Marlene, Davidson, N.C.; four great-grandchildren, Elle Maria Donnelly, Kelsea Marin Donnelly, Christopher James Alden, and Rocco James Alden; a sister, Pat Harvie, Cheyenne Wells, Colo.; and brother, Alanson Alden, Calif. He was of veteran of WWII, serving in the US Navy. James was a life member of both the American Legion Post 357, Hallstead, Pa., and the VFW Post 6223, Great Bend, Pa. James was manager of building maintenance at Link Aviation, Kirkwood, N.Y. until his retirement in 1993. He enjoyed his family and a good game of pool.
At James' request services will be private. Donation can be made to the American Cancer Society. Dad, I love you and will miss you. Arrangements are by the Thomas J. Shea Funeral Home, Inc., 137 Robinson Street, Binghamton, New York.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Alden
Pat Harvie
November 26, 2008
Dear Brother I know your in a better place Be with God I will alway love you Your Sister Priscilla,
Charles J. Rolston Jr.
November 21, 2008
Little Jim ( not so little), Anne, Amy, and Todd I share great sorrow with you at the loss of "Big Jim" as us kids knew him.I always held a high regaurd and respect for the man I called "Uncle Jim" we all have lost a big piece of life with his passing but are still blessed with the seed of his living in Little Jim to abound into new life. May the love of God and the stregnth of Christ help us all see beyond the loss and remember the many gifts he left us with as he is now walking the streets of gold in waiting for us all.............Chuck Rolston (nephew)
kenny alden
November 19, 2008
Jim we will miss u this is his nephew Kenny and his Borther Lenny Alden H.A.M.C.S.C
Bill Lawrence
November 18, 2008
Uncle Jim you were a tower of strength and Integrity. You always walked with Honor and Pride, I wish I had more of all of your traits, thanks for being a great Uncle.
Ken Lawrence / pat harvie
November 17, 2008
Little Jim,I and sorry for your loss of yours. Your dad was inspirational in my life and My 28 years in the Fire Service. He will be missed by all that he touched and inspired.Withhis easy going and alway had an ear and sound addvice. Thank you for sharing a small part of his time on earth. For he lived a very long and happy life. We even found time to play the Ukolai together. With lots of laughter. Again thank you for sharing him with us. Here in California. With Love Ken Lawrence
Ken Lawrence (pat Harie's son)
Louvimen Lawrences son.
Thank You for sharing him with us in his wonderful life.
Cousin Shana and Dick Hall
November 17, 2008
Jim and Annie,
We are so sorry for your loss. I will always remember the fun times we had together on Peckham Road. I loved both of your parents. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jesus is the great Comforter. Trust in Him. Love you,
Susan (Waitkavicz) Kress
November 17, 2008
Jim and Anne,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of both your mother and father. Please accept my sincere and deepest sympathy at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
DeAnna Alden/Karns
November 17, 2008
Uncle Jim you will be deeply missed, and were loved by all you touched. Till we meet again, DeAnna, Kayleigh, and Whitney.
LuAnn Duran
November 17, 2008
Jim and Anne, I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Jim was a wonderful man and will truly be missed. Your Cousin, LuAnn
Linda Frisbie
November 17, 2008
Jim and Anne, I am so sorry for the loss of both your Mom and Dad in such a short span of each other. My heart goes out to you.
Pat Harvie
November 17, 2008
your sister Pat Harvie Love you .
Gloria Mote
November 16, 2008
I will miss you Uncle Jim. Love Always...Little Jim I sorry for your loss. Your cousin Gloria Spore Mote(Ginger)
Bob Thomas
November 16, 2008
Jim & Anne..Very sorry to hear about your Dad. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lenny Marano
November 16, 2008
Dear Jim and Anne,
I was deeply moved to find out that your father passed away. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with both of you and the rest of your family.
Marcia Lannon
November 16, 2008
Jim,
My thoughts & prayers are with you
& your family. Loosing both parents
in such a short time is very hard to
go thru.
Sincerely,
Marcia Lannon
Chrys Beagell
November 16, 2008
Jim & Anne
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God be with you and help you at your time of need.
Roger & Chrys Beagell
Marie Bowden
November 15, 2008
Jim,
Sorry for the loss of your dad. May your memories comfort you in the day's ahead.
Sincerely,
Marie
Fred Cobb
November 15, 2008
Dear Jim and Anne,
I'm so sorry to hear of your dads passing. Please accept my condolences and prayers. I hope to see you all at the next SV reunion.
God Bless,
your ole friend Fred Cobb
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