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James DeGennaro Obituary

DEGENNARO James A. DeGennaro, age 41 of Trumbull, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 18, 2007 in Trumbull. Born in Bridgeport on April 29, 1966, he was a Stratford and Trumbull resident most of his life. James was the owner of DeGennaro Painting Co. Survivors include his beloved family, his children, Scott and Stephanie DeGennaro of Stratford; his father, John A. DeGennaro Sr. and wife, Jean, of Trumbull; his mother, Sharon DeGennaro of St. Petersburg, Fla.; two brothers, John A. DeGennaro Jr. of St. Petersburg Fla. and Robert DeGennaro of Milford; two sisters, Allison DeGennaro of Milford and Renee Jennings of Shelton; and several nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to attend the funeral on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 9 a.m. DIRECTLY in St. James Church 2110 Main Street, Stratford with a Mass of the Christian Burial. Interment will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. Friends may call on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Parente-Lauro Funeral Home, 559 Washington Avenue, Bridgeport.

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Published by Connecticut Post from Oct. 20 to Oct. 22, 2007.

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November 5, 2007

Degennaro family, I am so sorry to hear about Jimbo's Passing he was always so kind to everyone he will be missed. even though it would be years between when i would see him it was like no time had passed at all. that is how he was just a great person.

Roberta Fabrizio Cemprola

October 31, 2007

Sue,Stephanie & Scott
I'm so very sorry to hear of the loss of Jimmy. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

James (Guido) Shaham

October 23, 2007

To the Degennaro Family,
Words cannot describe the sadness I feel for your loss of such a great man. Our memories of Jimmy will always be that of joy and smiles as he brought to so many. If you need anything please let me know even if its just to talk.
The Shaham Family

FRED & BARBARA PAOLETTI

October 23, 2007

TO: JOHN DEGENNARO & FAMILY WE WERE SADENED TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF JIMMY.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY. LOVE FRED& BARBARA PAOLETTI

PATTY MCCALLUM

October 23, 2007

SUE, SCOTT, STEPHANIE AND FAMILY, ALL MY LOVE, THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. I AM DEEPLY SADDENED BY THE PASSING "JIMBO". HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED BY ALL OF US WHO LOVED HIM. AND WE ALL LOVED HIM. EVEN WHEN WE WERE MAD AT HIM, YOU JUST COULDN'T HELP BUT LOVE HIM. HE WAS A KINDRED SPIRIT. HE MADE US LAUGH AND CRY. HE WAS SO LOVABLE AND HE HAD THE BIGGEST HEART ANYONE COULD HAVE. SO MANY MEMORIES OF GOOD TIMES MAKE ME SMILE. I KNOW JIMBO IS AT PEACE NOW AND IS WATCHING OVER ALL OF US. I LOVE YOU SUE, STEPHANIE AND SCOTT AND I LOVE JIMBO. IF THERE IS ANYTHING YOU NEED, A WALK, A TALK, A CRY LET ME KNOW I'LL BE THERE. I MISS THAT. LOTS OF LOVE AND PEACE TO YOU. PATTY

Andrea Favereau

October 22, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

kevin kantorowski

October 22, 2007

To James DeGennaro family I havent seen or talk to him in a while, I moved, but he was a good man hard worker he will be missed god bless
you all

Bill Johnston

October 22, 2007

To the DeGennaro family

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this difficult time.

Johnston's

Lisa Besescheck

October 22, 2007

Dear Allison and DeGennaro Family:

Words cannot express how sad I feel for all of you for Jimbo's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Friends, Darrin, Lisa, DJ & Alexa

barb shaham

October 22, 2007

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Ruthann Ogden

October 22, 2007

May all your fond memories, along with prayer and friends help you through the days ahead. I am so sorry for your loss.

Sue Singleton McClarty

October 22, 2007

Dear Degennaro Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Stay strong for each other.

Leslie Collins

October 22, 2007

Have faith and believe that your dad, Jimmy, is now sitting with the Lord...The pain in missing Him is as strong as the the joy he is sharing in being by the Lord's side..and truly being at peace.

God will see you all through this. Let Him.

Love,
Leslie

Sharon Singleton-Lawlor

October 22, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Chris Scheck Jaime Turiano

October 22, 2007

Jimbo you will be greatly missed.

Dave and Cheryl Arminio

October 22, 2007

To the DeGennaro Family,

We are saddened and shocked to learn of Jimbo's passing. He was a wonderful friend and he always kept us laughing. He will be truly and deeply missed.

Faith Maciver

October 22, 2007

To all...
Words cannot express the sadness I feel on the loss of "Jimbo". He was a sweet kindhearted soul that will be sadly missed. My love and prayers are with you all.

Nancy Dufault

October 22, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. I trust you will find support from your family and friends.

Annette Bouchard

October 21, 2007

To the Degennaro Family: In Loving Memory Of A Special Person "Jimbo". Someone who made our world brighter. Moments sweet and sad, smiles and sometimes tears, friendships and good times we shared, laughing through the years. A life short lived but of joy, pride and pleasure, lasting memories our hearts will treasure...May the Lord strengthen and guide you. Love From A Friend,

Dawn Mastronardi

October 21, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Barbara & Jim Rickard

October 21, 2007

Our deepest and most sincere sympathy on the loss of your son and brother Jimmy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Steve and Lori Chisarik

October 21, 2007

Bobby and family:
We are so sorry for the loss of your brother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Trapanese Family

October 20, 2007

Please know that as a family who knew Jimmy for more than twenty years any one of us knew him to have one of the biggest hearts it's possible for a human to posses.
Know that he is now home in Heaven, and he is at peace.

Cheryl (Hrynewsky) Andresen

October 20, 2007

My heart was so saddened to hear of Jimmy's unexpected passing. He was always such a genuine, sweet person and good hearted soul. May you all find peace in this difficult time. My thoughts are with you.
All my love, Cheryl

Pamela Ahearn

October 20, 2007

Sue,Stephanie,Scott & Family,
I'm so very sorry to hear of the loss of Jimmy/Dad. I know he is at PEACE!!and don't forget Mike is there to be with him.He will not be alone.Your Dad will always live on in your Hearts and Memories.

amanda iannucci

October 20, 2007

im sorry for ur lost scot and stephanie

Auntie

October 20, 2007

Steph & Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I know your Dad is at peace and he loved you so very much. I'll be praying for you to have the same.

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