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James Fazzone Obituary
James Marson Fazzone (Jim), 63, passed away on December 23, 2019 at his home in Minnesota surrounded by his closest family. Born to Patrick & Barbara Fazzone (deceased) in Waterbury, CT. Survived by his wife Melissa, daughters Stephanie Checkley and Alex Fazzone, granddaughter Alexandra Checkley, older brother Patrick Fazzone & family, & son-in-law Luke Checkley.
After earning his MBA from the University of St Thomas, he went on to found and run several companies along with his best friend John Theiss (deceased). An avid traveler, he travelled the world but spent much of his time in NYC when he wasn't home in Lake Elmo, MN or Sarasota, FL where he had a network of friends & colleagues. He was an accomplished golfer, had a deep appreciation for nature and hiking, played the banjo in his youth, and enjoyed many other hobbies too numerous to list. He was a passionate, generous person who touched many lives.
Memorial service in June in Lake Elmo, MN, date and location to be announced.
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Sheila
December 30, 2019
I was blessed to be Jim and Melissa's friend and work with him/for him. He worked hard and played hard. And was a very generous giving person. He will be very missed. God bless and rest in peace. God bless his lovely family and his amazing wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lou Walton
December 29, 2019
It is with sadness that I learned of Jim's passing. As a neighbor to Melissa and him in Sarasota I always enjoyed our conversations. He always had a warm smile, quick mind and sense of humor. He was knowledgeable about so many different subjects. Speaking about his family and wife always brought a smile to his face. He will be missed by all.
One of the best days !
Seferr ramadani
December 28, 2019
Michelle Jimenez-Baserva
December 28, 2019
I will be forever grateful for having met Jim. His kind and gentle demeanor, together with his deep love for his beautiful wife are just some of the things that I will remember fondly. Jim had a fighting spirit and without a doubt, spending time with Melissa was one of the things that fueled that spirit. I am saddened by his loss, but having watched my daddy fight a similar battle, I am happy he is no longer in pain and Melissa and his family no longer have to endure that feeling of helplessness that one feels at the inability to spare our loved ones pain. May the Lord bless Jim's soul and the hearts of his loved ones and many friends left behind to mourn the loss of such a kind man. His smile lit up a room...but his smile when he was with Melissa, together, BRIGHTENED ANYONES DAY. It did mine. Thank you Jim for your kindness. You will be missed. RIP.
Jeanne Osborn Di Muzio
December 28, 2019
Sending love and strength from a Fairfield University friend of many moons ago.
December 27, 2019
Condolences for the loss of your loved one James. May you be comforted by your fondest memories of him. With each passing day may you receive the needed comfort and strength from God, family and friends, during this difficult time.
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