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James ERCOLANI Obituary

ERCOLANI, James P., Jr. James P. Ercolani, Jr., 46, of Wheeler Hill Dr., Durham, beloved husband of Amy (Stannard) Ercolani, died August 28, 2010 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born in Meriden, the son of Linda (Wruck) Ercolani of Middlefield and the late James P. Ercolani, Sr. He was a graduate of Vinal Technical School, class of 1982. Jim was currently a master mechanic with Marino Crane Co. Middletown and member of the Operating Engineers Union, Local 478. He was an avid outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman, past president of Durham Rod and Gun Club, and member of Middlefield Rod and Gun Club. He will be remembered for his love of working on and resorting cars and as an avid NASCAR fan. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who will be greatly missed. Besides his wife and mother, he is survived by his children, Katie O'Brien, Garrett Ercolani, and Erica Ercolani; his granddaughter, Kayden Manzara; his brother, Peter Ercolani and his wife Maryjean and their son, Tomas of Middletown; also many aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family and friends. Friends may call at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown, Thursday from 5-8 p.m. Funeral and graveside services in Mica Hill Cemetery, Durham, are private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Kayden Manzara Educational Fund, c/o Liberty Bank, 357 Main St., Durham, CT 06422. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Sep. 1, 2010.

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Darlene Bailey

October 12, 2010

Dear Amy,
I was Bob Bailey's ex wife. You may remember he passed away in Jaunaury last year. I just heard about Jimmy yesterday and wanted to express my deepest sympathy. If you need anything please call as I know how hard this is for you and your children. I am in the book under Darlene Bailey.

God Bless.

jason balisciano

September 13, 2010

Amy,Pete,Erica,Garrett, Jimmy and I had some of the best times in my life. I am very upset. I am sorry for your loss. I will never forget the fun we had. If y need anything please let me know.

Anne Marie (Blue Cross) McGuire

September 6, 2010

Amy, Katie, Erica and Garrett, I am so very sorry for your loss. I was up in Massachusetts last week, and heard about Jimmy just today. I know that he was the love of your life Amy, and you were his. It seems like yesterday that we sat outside of Stan's office together, when you were just getting to know Jimmy. Please know that you and your children are in my prayers.

David Schafrick

September 4, 2010

Linda, Peter and Jimmy's family-
My thoughts are with all of you at this very sad moment in time. Growing up,as a kid,with Jimbo, I will always remember his zest for life. I'm sure all that knew him will take solace in their memories of him.

Shelli Crook

September 3, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Jackie (Burkhardt) Arsenault

September 3, 2010

Dearest Linda, Amy and the entire Ercolani family,

We are so very sorry for your loss. I just heard the news from Dad (John)and was so saddened. Take comfort in the memories and love you all shared and know that so many are holding you up in prayer during this difficult time. May God Bless and Keep You All. Much Love and Sympathy, Jackie (Burkhardt), Louis, Jacey & Anna Arsenault

Christine Augeri

September 3, 2010

I have not seen Jim since high school but my daughter is friends with Katie. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sorry for your loss!

Tino & Kim Roberti

September 2, 2010

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

Christine Harris

September 2, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

September 2, 2010

Peter and family, We are deeply sorry for your loss.
sincerely, Donna and Al Timbro

Marie Dobratz Heck

September 2, 2010

My heart breaks for you all - so very sorry for your loss. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Sis and Family

Lisa Foley

September 2, 2010

We hope the memories of the good times bring you comfort and peace.

Thinking of you. Love,

Mike Atkinson

September 2, 2010

To the Ercolanis, We are extremely sorry for your loss.May it comfort you in knowing that jim was like an older brother to me.Too many good times and hunting trips I Haven't nor will ever forget.His eagerness to help and knowledge of many things has helped me in many ways.I will forever cherish these memories.

Donna Goettler

September 2, 2010

Amy, It's been years since I have seen you all - then ironically I saw you at the hospital when I went to see my sister...I was so happy to bump into you. Made me think of the old days at BCBS, and Kate, Jimmy, the baby (who is not a baby any more)...I am SO sad to read this in the paper. I am VERY sorry for your loss - my thoughts and prayers are with you. Donna Goettler

Lenny LaRose

September 2, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

September 2, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all....Jeanne and Bob Monthei

September 2, 2010

Our most sincere condolences to your family. One of the best workers we have ever had & a great brother - Local 478

September 2, 2010

To the Ercolani family,we are extremly sorry for your loss,may it comfort you in knowing that I always looked up to jim.I haven't forgotten all those hunting trips as far back as 28years surrounded by him and many good friends.I'm thankful of these memmories with Jim, I won't forget and will always cherish. Mike&Chris Atkinson,Middlefield

Jackie Weed Wimbish

September 2, 2010

Amy,

I am so sorry. May you find comfort in your memories of love.

Missy and Christina Bailey (lady lightning)

September 1, 2010

Amy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cheryl Mather

September 1, 2010

Amy and kids,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Bill & Paula Fowler

September 1, 2010

Dear Linda & Family Members, I wish I knew the magic
words to say to take away the pain and hardship the
loss of your loved one has brought into your lives.
Thoughts and prayers are with you.

September 1, 2010

Amy. So very sorry . He will be missed by so many . If you need anything please let me . Deni. Hunter. And Wyatt

Melissa & Chris Talevi

September 1, 2010

Amy and the kids and Peter
We are so sorry to hear. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. If you need anything, anytime at all just call. We are there for you.

September 1, 2010

Amy,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Randall and Brendan

Sean Doherty

September 1, 2010

Dear Amy and family,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Sincerely

Rea Family

September 1, 2010

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

Ron & Michelle Footit

September 1, 2010

Amy,Pete,Linda and Family
Words can not say how deeply sorry I am for this enormous loss, Jim was such a awsome guy. I as all will miss him greatly. I only hope that all of you can be there for each other to get through this difficult time. Jim and all of you will be in our prayers. I wish you all the best, Ron and the Footit family.

Erin McGuire

September 1, 2010

Good times, great friends and too many laughs to count! Thank you for the memories my friend, they will never be forgotten. Love you Jimmy!

September 1, 2010

Dear Linda and the Ecolani Family,
We are deeply saddened and so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your faith in God help you through this most difficult time.

The Rochette Family
Bill, Wendy and Nathan

September 1, 2010

Dear Amy and family,
We were so very sorry to hear of the tragic accident. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Rick, Sue, Garrick & Heather Aubrey

Rick and Liz Saks

September 1, 2010

To the Ercolani Families, Our most profound sympathy to you at your most difficult time of sorrow. Jimbo will always be in our hearts and prayers. Our love and support to you all.

Mary and Charly Veranis

September 1, 2010

Amy, Erica and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We'll remember him always coming to our softball games and cheering us on....

Mark Nowakowski

September 1, 2010

Linda, Pete, Amy and family,

Though many years have passed since I actually ran around with Jim, I think about him often. Unfortunately time gets away from us with our own families, jobs and everything else life throws our way. But even time can't take away the great memories we have of our times spent with Jimbo. And there are an abundance of those memories.

Please know you all are in our thoughts,

Mark & Denise Nowakowski

Lori Timbro-Fortenbach

September 1, 2010

Pete and the whole Ercolani family, we are so terribly sorry for your loss.

Todd and Tonna Ercolani

September 1, 2010

We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.

September 1, 2010

Amy and family,
We're wishing you strength during this tough time. Keeping you in our prayers.
Wendy and Glen Manemeit

Matthew and Robert Cos

September 1, 2010

To Linda and the Ercolani Family,

My family and I were deeply saddened when we heard the news about the passing of Jimmy. Jimmy was an amazing person and a true professional. And although we first came to know Jimmy in a business setting, my father and I personally considered him a friend. We will truly miss him. Please know that the entire Ercolani family are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Rob Grana

September 1, 2010

Amy, words cannot offer the the condolences I wish to offer. Know that my thoughts & prayers are with you and the family.

Eric Buckley

September 1, 2010

Thinking of you at this difficult time...
Eric Buckley and Family

Bev Piscitelli

September 1, 2010

Amy and family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Dianna Dills

September 1, 2010

Amy, We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. Jimmy will be solely missed.

Dianna Dills

September 1, 2010

Our deepest sympathy, The Dr's and Staff of Durham Dental

September 1, 2010

Linda, Amy and family,
I am sorry to hear of Jim's passing. May your friends and family give you the strength to make it through.
Holly Augeri

Dana, Alyssa, and Madison Marone

September 1, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Ralph & Lynn Catalano

September 1, 2010

Linda, Amy, Pete & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Deepest condolences.
Ralph & Lynn Catalano

Mary Ellen Tarrant

September 1, 2010

Dear Amy,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your children at this difficult time.

Mary Ellen Tarrant

Alexandra Audra

August 31, 2010

Linda and the Ercolani Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this truly difficult time. May you find comfort with God as he gives you strength. God Bless

Paula Dobratz

August 31, 2010

We are all so sorry for your loss.
Love
Paula Dobratz and family

Jeanne Anastasio

August 31, 2010

Linda and the rest of the Ercolani family--
We are very sorry for you loss. You are all in our prayers. May God bless you at this very difficult time.
Love,the Sarrazin, Wheeler, and Anastasio families

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