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James Fry Obituary
James Harry Fry, age 71, of Monroe, devoted husband of Elaine Capozzi Fry, died peacefully on Friday, February 14, 2014 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey on June 26, 1942, he was a son of the late George and Eleanor Christy Fry. Jim was a retired supervisor for Bridgeport Fittings with over 15 years of dedicated service. Always supporting his children while they were growing up, Jim was very involved in Monroe Pop Warner Football and Monroe Little League. A member of the Pequonnock Yacht Club and M.O.V.E. Yacht club, he had a passion and love for spending time on his boat and loved to be out on the water. But above all, he was at his best when spending time with his family, especially his two granddaughters, who were the loves of his life. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be deeply missed. In addition to his devoted wife of 48 years, Elaine, survivors include three loving children, two sons, Anthony Fry and Laura D'Angelo and her daughter Brittany Fracassini , Jeffrey Fry and a daughter, Melissa Fry Yerrington all of Monroe, two cherished and adored granddaughters, Emily and Lily; a sister, Louise Cosgrove of Stratford and her children, Ellie, Laura, Eric, Marc and Colleen; a brother, Raymond Fry of Stratford and his children, Aaron, Dana, Patti and Amy; sisters-in-law, Deborah Mancini and her husband John and their daughter Morgan and Donna Capozzi all of Bridgeport. He was predeceased by his father and mother-in-law, who loved Jim and considered him a son, Anthony and Theresa Capozzi, sister-in-law, Joanna Fry and an infant niece, Jessica Mancini. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. in St. Jude Church, 707 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe, on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. Interment will follow in St. John's Cemetery, Monroe. Relatives and friends may greet the family on Tuesday, from 4-8 p.m. at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull. To light a virtual candle, visit us at www.abriola.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Fry
Barbara Russo
February 10, 2021
RIP + Cousin Jimmy +
Rod and Joanne Copida
February 23, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Jimmy Fry. Jimmy was a good friend of ours. We will always remember all the good times we had growing up on the east side. He will always be in our hearts and prayers. Rest in peace my friend. God bless you all.
Laurieanne Voccola
February 21, 2014
Fry Family, I am so blessed to have had Jimmy in my life.I learned many life lessons from him! Always live life to the fullest! Love you Jimmy Fry! God bless! Love Laurieanne xo
DeeDee Standish
February 20, 2014
Dear Fry Family.. I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Jimmy.. He was at my brothers wake this past August (John Mirto) and he looked so good.. please know that he and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers...
Carol Bixby
February 20, 2014
Elaine, so sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to you and your family. It's been a long time since St. Mary's School and Harding and unfortunate we have to communicate under these circumstances. Thinking of you fondly, Carol (Fava) Bixby
Rit & Donna Walling
February 19, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Liz Cotton
February 19, 2014
Melissa, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dear Dad "Jimmy". I have many great memories of Your Dad's kindness, hospitality and wonderful sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family.
JOE RYAN
February 19, 2014
ANTHONY AND FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.I WILL MISS JIM AND HOPE HE SEES A LOT OF BOAT TIME IN HEAVEN.
February 18, 2014
sorry for your loss Jim was a great person and avoid friend he will be missed by all are condolences Jon and Deborah redmond
June Vendetti
February 18, 2014
Dear Donna,
My sincerest and deepest condolences for your brother-in-law. Elaine and the entire family are in my prayers. Jim is at peace in the arms of Jesus.
God bless,
June
michele navarrete
February 18, 2014
Dear Melissa & family , so sorry for your loss. hold on to the wonderful memories you have of your dad Melissa and know with every step you take he is right there with you. may he rest in peace Michele & Rich Navarrete
MIKE AND KELLY IURATOR
February 18, 2014
DEAR ANTHONY AND LAURA. SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OUR WISHES AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALWAYS
Valerie and Tom Calvanezi
February 18, 2014
Elaine, Melissa and Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts. I will pray that God will comfort you and that your heart will find healing through your precious memories.
TINA MOCCIO
February 18, 2014
MELISSA AND FAMILY. SO VERY SORYY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU ALL IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW,AND MAY YOUR LOVED ONE ALWAYS REST IN PEACE.SINCERELY, TINA MOCCIO AND FAMILY.
February 18, 2014
Elaine,so sorry to hear of Jim's passing.We go back a very long time.We were together at you and Kootch's prom picnic and than we spent years living in Monroe and coaching together for Monroe Pop Warner.Our prayers are with you and your family.Jim was a great guy and a great friend. Bob Ventresca. Elaine, we have been friends since high school, our kids grew up together, here we are grandmas together. You will always have a special place in my heart.Love you,Kootch
Melissa Fry-Yerrington
February 17, 2014
I was blessed having you as my father. You know how much you meant to me, I am so grateful for all u have done for me, you were ALWAYS there no matter what! I pray that Lily and her father can have even 1/2 of what we shared! You were my best friend. Thank you for believing in me and loving me unconditionaly! Its simple you were the BEST! I can't wait for you to visit me in my dreams! I will miss you so very much but I will carry you in my heart always! I love you Daddy xoxo
Colleen Gallagher
February 17, 2014
Our deepest sympathy. We are so sorry for your great loss.
~
Gallagher family
February 17, 2014
Sorry to hear of your loss. I went toFranklin School with Jim. He was always a sweet and wonderful person. Jim will be missed by all who knew him. Love, Dorothy Peffers Frode 585 Tanzanite Dr Dubuque, Ia 52001
February 17, 2014
I am so very sorry for your loss. Please be comforted in knowing God cares for you and will help you in your time of need. 1 Pet. 5:7
February 17, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Please be comforted in knowing God cares for you and knows exactly what you may be going through at this time and he will help you in your time of need. 1 Pet. 5:7
Mike Russo
February 17, 2014
Dear Melissa, Jeff and the Fry family, I am so sorry for this terrible loss. Your dad was a good man who was always involved in your lives. You are all in my prayers during this difficult time. May he Rest in Peace.
February 17, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. We are blessed to have met Jim. He was a wonderful man. You now have an angel watching over you! Love, Gail and Ken Klein
February 17, 2014
Elaine and family, Although we moved away from Monroe we never forgot the wonderful friends we were blessed to be with. Pop Warner with our boys and the girls as cheerleaders. What a time filled with wonderful families. Joe and I are in FL for the winter and please know we would be at services to pay respects to your wonderful husband and to you, his rock. God Bless and hold on to all that matters, his memories and your children. In loving friendship, Rose & Joe Dwyer
Jay "The Crow" Sullivan
February 17, 2014
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my old friend, Jimmy "Fry Boy" Fry. I'm sure I write on behalf of not only myself, but my two brothers - Jim & Joe, and all of Jimmy's old friends from Bridgeport's East Side where he grew up on Steuben Street, his Bullard Havens Tech classmates, as well as his old buddies in the Bridgeport East Enders' Alumni Association (www.east-enders.itgo.com) when I write that "Fry Boy" will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him "back-in-the-day." Thankfully we got to see Jimmy at last June's East Enders' Summer Smash at the Captain's Cove. Many, many fond memories of memorable times spent with a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with Elaine and the family during this time of sorrow. I will have Jimmy's name placed in the East Enders' web site REMEMBRANCE section.
Caltabiano family
February 17, 2014
So sorry for your loss sending prayers to you and the family
Barbara Garofalo
February 17, 2014
Anthony:
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your father. Cherish the beautiful memories. They will sustain you.
Warmly,
Barbra Garofalo
Tino & Marie Modaffari
February 17, 2014
Our heartfelt sympathy to the Fry family for their loss. We knew the Fry family for many years through Little League. Know that you are in our prayers.
Jim bittar
February 16, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
jim bittar
February 16, 2014
I used to walk with Jim every day at the park for last seven years. He was a great guy. My sympathy to his family.
Joanne Quaranta
February 16, 2014
Dear Elaine and family,
Our sincere condolences and prayers for peace.
Love,
Frank & Joanne Quaranta and family
bob & laverne dillon
February 16, 2014
sorry for your loss
Nicole Simpson
February 16, 2014
Elaine, Anthony, and my dear Emily- our sincerest condolences to your entire family. Jim was a very special man who was part of Jim and Gabbys life for the past 13 years- he will always be remembered with such great memories for them.
Rudy & Pam DAmbrosio
February 16, 2014
Dear Elaine and family, we are so sad to hear of your loss. Jim will always be in our harts and his love will be with us forever.
Sue Ianniello
February 16, 2014
Dear Elaine, Jeff, Melissa and Anthony; my deepest sympathy. I'm sure Jimmy will be deeply missed. I hope his good memories live on forever.
Karyn Wade
February 16, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to you all at this time. He was a wonderful wonderful man and I am blessed to have known him. Godspeed big Jim.... With much love and friendship...
The Wade Family
Elaine Bissenden
February 16, 2014
Dear Elaine and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Know that you are in Bill and my thoughts and prayers. Jim is in heaven. God bless you keep you all.
Tricia Haisley Torreso
February 16, 2014
Melissa I'm so sorry for your loss. I know you loved your dad and he knows how much you loved him. You were there when he needed you most. Know that he is resting comfortably now, pain free. I'm here for you sweetie.
Gail Woods
February 16, 2014
Elaine and Family:
The years have passed, but our memories remain. I have this favorite poem which will let you know how I feel.
A BRIDGE CALLED LOVE
It takes us back to brighter years,
to happier sunlight days
and to precious moments
that will be with us always.
And these fond recollections
are treasured in the heart
to bring us always close to those
from whom we had to part.
There is a bridge of memories
from earth to HEAVEN above...
It keeps our dear ones near us.
It's the bridge we call LOVE.
With all my love to all GOD Bless
Gail Hamilton Woods
Barbara Russo
February 15, 2014
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
John Osterberg
February 15, 2014
All of our thoughts and prayers go out to the Fry family. We will keep you in all our prayers. God bless.
-The John Osterberg Family
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