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James Torrell Obituary
Beloved husband since October in 1976 of Diana Lynne Snyder; devoted father of Christine Rothenberg (her husband Brad) of Westfield, NJ and James Torrell (his wife Jennifer) of Pittsburgh, PA; loving grandfather of Abby, Rachel, Keri, Julia-Reese, Genevieve and James; brother of Donna Skehan (her husband Michael) of DuBois, PA, the late Shirley Humphrey and Frances Cherban; also survived by many other relatives and friends.
Jim had a 37 year career with New York Life where he retired as a Managing Partner in Fairfax, VA. He attended the American College where he received his CLU and CHFC designations, while also taking classes at the University of Maryland. He enjoyed breakfast food, playing golf, and most of all watching his Pittsburgh Steelers.
Family and friends will gather in Saint Bernard Church, 311 Washington Road, Pittsburgh (Mount Lebanon) on Tuesday morning from 11:30 until the Mass of Christian Burial at 12 Noon. Internment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wounded Warriors Project, 301 Grant Street, Suite 900, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.
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Memories and Condolences
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4 Entries
Ettore
September 12, 2024
I knew Jim all too briefly, but the small amount of time I spent with him is still memorable 25 years late. RIP.
March 30, 2019
Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years.
May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
March 30, 2019
Dear Aunt Diane,Christine&Jimmy. It is said that when someone passes on they take a small piece of the heart of everyone who loved them.If this is true, Uncle Jimmy will never be alone. A wonderful man with an infectious laugh. Our thought's are with you. Glenn
Glenda Stewart
March 26, 2019
Dear Diane, Christine, and Jimmy I am so very sorry to hear about Uncle Jim, he was the kindest, most honest and gentle man I've ever known. I remember many trips to Hackensack with Mom and Nana to visit when he worked in NYC. Our family has had wonderful memorable times together, and those are what I will remember. I will cherish them in my heart always. Love to all of you
Glenda
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