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James Lordan Obituary

LORDAN, James M. Of Malden, formally of Medford James M. Loving son of the Late Frank and Peggy (Williams) Lordan. Loving father of Sharon Lordan of Taunton and Daniel J. and his wife Glory Lordan of Everett. Long time friend of Harvey Hudson of Malden. Devoted brother of Noreen Lordan of Hudson NH, Daniel R. Lordan of Malden, Jack Lordan of Las Vegas, and Linda and her husband Stephen Bottari of Medford. Cherished Grandfather of Amber Carter, Jason Mc-Laughlin, Sahmya Hughes, and Benjamin Lordan. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Jimmy was an accomplished pool player, avid Artist and Draftsmen, a friend of Bill W., a dedicated father, brother, uncle, nephew and friend. Funeral from the Gaffey Funeral Home, 43 High St., MEDFORD SQUARE on Thursday at 9:00 am. Funeral Mass in Saint Francis of Assisi Church, Medford at 10:00 am. Relatives and friends invited, visiting hours Wednesday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm.In lieu of flowers, donation in Jimmy's name may be made to the Kaplan Family Hospice House, 78 Liberty St., Danvers MA 01923. Interment Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford.

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Published by Boston Globe on Nov. 4, 2008.

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sharon lordan

November 21, 2008

To my Dad,
I miss you terribly. Words cannot describe the pain I feel now that you are gone. You were there for my first breath and I was there for your last. I will forever miss you..You are in a better place now..til we meet again..i love you

Love Sharon

November 5, 2008

Harvey,
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. We know you will miss Jimmy and we will too. He was a great neighbor.
Sincerely,
Scott & Bonnie

Linda & Keith Lordan

November 5, 2008

Dear Dan & family, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. May he always be in your heart & thoughts. We will keep you in our prayers.

Lorraine Fenton

November 5, 2008

Dear Noreen & Family, We are saddened by Jim's passing and are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Even though we can't be with you during this difficult time, we are with you in spirit.
With Love and Friendship,
Lorraine, Ken & Family

Donna Lordan

November 5, 2008

to jimmy a very good man and great father,you will be missed love donna

Margaret Bedell

November 4, 2008

Dear Linda,
I am so sorry to learn of your brother,James' passing. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult and sad days. Lorna sends her prayers to you as well. God bless.

Sincerely,
Margaret Bedell formally of Second St.

Michelle Pierni

November 4, 2008

Dear Dan:

I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your Brother. My heart is with you and you will be in my prayers. I'm always here if you need me. May he rest in peace.

Love,

Michelle

Helen Breda Dines

November 4, 2008

Dear Linda,
Sorry to hear of your loss. May the love of your friends and family carry you through your grief.

Diane Thistle

November 4, 2008

To the Lordan Family,
We send our sincerest sympathy and prayers at this difficult time.
With much love,
The Thistle Family
Diane, Bea, John, Scott and Anne

The Staff of Gaffey Funeral Home

November 4, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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