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James Joseph Obituary
Jim was raised in Eliot and attended Marshwood High School, where he excelled as an athlete in Basketball.
He was an offshore fisherman for many years and his love and passion was being on the ocean. Jim was also an excellent diesel mechanic.
A generous person, Jim was always there to help friends in need. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, Jim was predeceased by his son, James P. Joseph.
Survivors include his siblings, Jon "J" Joseph and his wife, Dawn of Rochester and Joni Joseph-Chagnon and her husband, John, and their two children all of Eliot; and nephew, Neil Devanna. Jim is also survived by his devoted canine companion, Ksea.
SERVICES: A time of visitation and sharing will be held from 5-7 p.m., on Thursday, April 13, 2017, at the J. S. Pelkey Funeral Home, 125 Old Post Road, Kittery, Maine.
Visit: www.jspelkeyfuneralhome.com to sign the online guest book, send a condolence card or to share a memory. Care for the Joseph family has been entrusted to the J. S. Pelkey Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Joseph
Bob and Jan Graham
April 1, 2023
Jan and I have warm memories for Jim and he is on our minds often. Jim, always missed.
Bob and Jan Graham
Bob & Jan Graham
April 1, 2022
Jim Will always be in our hearts, never forgotten
Alan Libbey
January 9, 2022
Im so sorry to learn about Jim's passing it brings tears to my just writing this... I have known Jim since elementary school. I fact have fond old memories of Jim and I in elementary school he would make me laugh so hard he was so funny always getting me in trouble! He was such a kind hearted person and always there to help out! Also he was a outstanding basketball player I remember watching him in high school....Jim was incredible human being I'm so glad our paths have crossed!! RIP Jim. See you on the other side!
April 1, 2021
Jim, Four years since you passed. We miss you.
Love, Bob and Jan
Tim Boston
April 1, 2021
Rip Brother
Tim Boston
April 1, 2020
Gonna always have a special part in my heart Brother,,
Mary Durham
April 24, 2017
Our prayers are with your family. Jimmy was loved by myself, my sister Patty Z, my brother, Stan Z. and our close friend Pam N...Jimmy often played with the gang on State Road in Eliot. Each of us have lovely memories of such a beautiful friend...peace
Johna Delano
April 15, 2017
I lost track of you Jim. You always cheered me up when you saw me hurting. You made a difference in my life and kept me looking ahead. I'll see you again someday.
Paul Carlberg
April 13, 2017
Prayer to the family, sorry for your loss
Stephen Holt
April 13, 2017
Our Prayers are with Joni and John's Family. May the peace of God be with toy all
April 13, 2017
Praying you are at peace now. No more suffering!! Thinking back on good times thru High School. It was the three of us. Thinking of your family.
Holly Sponsler Neally, York Me.
Julie Ryder Gross, York Me.
Lisa (Bolduc) Lefebvre
April 12, 2017
For Jimmy's family and all those who loved him,
My heart is heavy to learn of Jimmy's passing. As a fellow classmate at MHS, I remember most that BIG infectious smile that always brightened any room he walked in! And he was always kind...a friend to any and all! My deepest condolences. Rest in peace Jimmy.
April 12, 2017
So saddened about Jimmy's passing. We have fond memories of him and all of you especially in Sebago. May you be in peace, Jim.
Joni and your family our thoughts and prayers, Love, Jan and Bob
Andrea Smith
April 12, 2017
So sorry for your family's loss. I remember the days waiting at the bus stop with Jimmy like it was yesterday. He was always a very nice person and it is hard to believe a fellow classmate is gone. RIP Jimmy.
Sarah Miller
April 12, 2017
Jim AKA Pops.. my heart is so heavy, I miss and love you. I hope you and Jimmy are raising hell together up there.
Love, Sarah
April 12, 2017
WE are very saddened by Jim's passing ,he was a good friend and close neighbor and had a huge heart . We will all miss his presence .
Peter and Paulette Paisley. ELiot
Gail Ford
April 11, 2017
Heart breaking news, my condolences.
Cynthia Teeter (Briney)
April 11, 2017
Jon, Joni and all of your family,
I am so sincerely sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. I was most fortunate to have met him in the 4th grade and just fell for his sense of fun and his beautiful smile. My heart breaks for your loss, but may you be able to cherish the memories you have of him through the years, until you see him again. Please give Ksea a hug from me. With love and Sympathy,
Lisa Cole
April 10, 2017
Joni,so sad to hear of Jimmys passing,I wish you and your family time the best at this difficult time,no he was loved by many and will sadly be missed..Rest in peace Jimmy much love my friend..xoxo
Joni Joseph-Chagnon
April 10, 2017
Thank you all for your condolences. It's especially meaningful from those of you who remember Jim from back in the day. His basketball days from MHS were some of his best memories, as well as his days fishing on the open ocean.
Like a friend said to us, Jim is his perfect self now, full of light and love, and free from the struggles and pain that were a part of his life. Thank you for keeping him in your thoughts and memories.
April Walker
April 10, 2017
To Jimmy's family, my sincerest condolences. We were classmates at MHS. RIP Jim.
Stacey Legasse
April 10, 2017
To Jimmy's family,
My condolences to you all during this time. Jimmy was full of life. May he truly rest in peace
Deb King
April 10, 2017
Joni I am so sorry to hear of your brothers passing - thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as this sad time.
Deb & Geordie
Tom Place
April 10, 2017
So sad to hear about jimmy seems like yesterday we were in school together rest in peace my friend see you on the other side
Mary Leach Emerson
April 10, 2017
Joni, sorry to hear of the passing of your bother ,
Lori Scelza
April 10, 2017
So sorry to hear of your brother's passing Joni! Losing a sibling is so very hard! Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Jim Farr
April 10, 2017
My sincere condolences to your family on Jim's passing. The Marshwood community will miss him and his warm smile.
Kent Rosberg
April 10, 2017
Hello- I'm so sorry to learn of Jim's premature death. I recall Jim from his high school days and remember his love for the ocean. May he rest in peace.
Cathy Wiseman
April 9, 2017
So sorry to hear of Jimmys passing. Have such fond memories of your Dad and Mom and you kids. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Cathy and Paul Wiseman
Vicki and Dale Foster
April 8, 2017
J . We are sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. We are thinking of You, Peen, Neil and your family.
Joni Joseph-Chagnon
April 8, 2017
Jim, We hope there's an big blue ocean where you are, with a brilliant sun, salty sea breezes, and a full catch. And everyone that you loved so much is waiting for you; your son and namesake, Jim; Mom and Dad; your dog Zeus; and Grampa. You were such a hard worker, strong, sensitive, and handsome. You played basketball like you had springs on your feet. And you had strong passionate beliefs in what you perceived as injustice. We miss you so much. We pray that you have found peace, which was so elusive for you here, and release from all your sufferings. We wished we could have done better for you. Peace and Love, John, Joni, Simone, and Christian
Tim Boston
April 8, 2017
Jimmy , my friend / brother you will be truest missed...
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