JAMES J. "JIMMY" SHIMANSKY

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JAMES SHIMANSKY Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for JAMES J. "JIMMY" SHIMANSKY
Start: 2018-04-07T14:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Brigid Church

SHIMANSKY, James J., "Jimmy" Of Lexington on Monday, April 2, 2018. Beloved husband of Annmarie (Scioly) Shimansky for 52 years. Devoted father of James J., Jr. and his wife Kelley of Gorham, Maine, Diane Stowe and her husband Robert of West Roxbury, Michael and his wife Tori of Reading, Robert and his wife Orietta of Reading. Proud and loving grandfather of Kayla, Jillian, Sophia, James, Calvin, Connor, Grace, Courtney, Drew, Colin, Chloe, Jocelyn and Jacklyn. Brother of Elizabeth DeAngelo of Bedford, Barbara Mahoney of Cambridge, the late Henry "Butch" Shimansky of Peabody, and Jay Shimansky and Paul Shimansky of California. For the past 38 years, Jim was the owner/operator of Accurate Brake and Alignment, formerly Lexington Automotive, in Lexington. He owned service stations in Lexington and Arlington for over 50 years and co-founded the Arlington Service Station Dealer's Association. Jim was a past President of Lexington Youth Soccer and past President of the Lexington Lion's Club where he was an active member for 43 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life on Saturday, April 7th at 10:00 am at St. Brigid Church in Lexington. Collation immediately to follow in the Parish Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim's memory to support Eye Research c/o the Lexington Lions Club at PO Box 71, Lexington, MA 02420. Private interment at a later date. Arrangements under the care of DeVito Funeral Home. Please visit devitofuneralhome.com to send an online condolence.

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 3 to Apr. 6, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for JAMES SHIMANSKY

17 Entries

Matthew Thenen

March 28, 2020

Its good to remember Jim a year later, still smile when I think of him.
Great to see Rob filling his fathers shoes in his own special way. The torch has been passed, and to a fine young man,
I sure Jim is pleased

Matthew Thenen

May 8, 2018

Jim was part of the fabric of Lexington, and Lexington's history, a true Townie and a precious one! His stories were so colorful and represented a lost part of Lexington, that fewer and fewer of us cherish. But as one of those who does cherish those days, Jim will be sorely missed...God speed Jim

Matthew

Howard Rossman

April 17, 2018

Jim was a great guy. I've known him since 1984. He was honest, reliable and dependable. Through his business he provided important service to the community. He was a great family man and was a pillar ofb the community. He will be sorely missed.

April 14, 2018

To the Shimansky Family,
Our most sincere sorrow and deepest condolences in your tremendous loss.
Jim was a wonderful person and outstanding roll model. He has left so many wonderful memories for so many people.
May he rest in peace

Dale & Kelly

Your neighbor..

April 14, 2018

Our sincere condolences to the Shimanskyf family in the loss of your dear love one. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day.
- Psalms 145:18,19

Brad

April 10, 2018

My heartfelt sympathies go out to family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise found in 1 Thessalonians 4 : 14 can bring some comfort. Knowing that there is a future for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

Kim Lucente

April 7, 2018

Dear Shimansky Family,

So sorry to hear the news, and of your ultimate loss! May he rest in peace in the great beyond. The years certainly carry on, but I will forever remember that of the young, vivacious couple, working hard, and raising a beautiful family! Peace to you!

Jay Shimansky

April 7, 2018

Annmarie, James, Diane, Robert, Michael, I am so very sorry for your loss, my brother Jimmy was a good man and a fine human being. I have been praying for him and all of you. I wish I could have been there in person today. Love Jay

April 7, 2018

Annmarie, James, Diane, Robert, Michael, I am so very sorry for your loss, my brother Jimmy was a good man and a fine human being. I have been praying for him and all of you. I wish I was there with you today in person. Love Jay

April 6, 2018

My deepest sympathies for your loss pleaseknow that God is aware ofyour pain and wants to bringyou comfort phillipeans 4:6,7.

Mike Cummings

April 5, 2018

Rob, Sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a Good Guy,Friend,and a Great Mechanic. Warmest thoughts for you and your Family.Mike Cummings