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James F. "Jim" McQueeney

1950 - 2020

James F. "Jim" McQueeney obituary, 1950-2020, Windsor, CT

BORN

1950

DIED

2020

James McQueeney Obituary

James F. "Jim" McQueeney, 69, of Windsor, beloved husband of Lynn Samarotto, passed away after a courageous battle with Lewy-Body Dementia. He was born on December 8, 1950, in Fort Worth, TX; son of the late Francis and Ruth (McDowell) McQueeney. Jim was an avid motorcycle enthusiast who enjoyed riding cross country and camping. Jim was a kind and generous man who fully appreciated life all it had to offer. In addition to his wife Lynn, he is survived by a son, Devin McQueeney, of CO; a daughter, Rachel Smith and her husband Kaleb of WY; three grandchildren, Stetson, Paislee, and Fiona; his siblings, Thomas McQueeney, Kathleen McQueeney and her partner Steven Penny, and Mary Beth Riley; a nephew, Alexander Riley; many cousins and relatives here and in Ireland; and a very large extended family all who loved and will cherish his memory. Per Jim's wishes there will be no calling hours. All services are being held privately. Carmon Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers donations in Jim's memory may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association at www.LBDA.org. Please visit, www.carmonfuneralhome.com for online expressions of sympathy.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jul. 12, 2020.

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Marie Spring

July 19, 2020

I am grateful to have had Jim in my life. He was a gentle man , soft spoken,generous, a true gentleman . He made an impact in my life . He will be missed by so many.

Margit Rosenberger

July 13, 2020

sorry for your loss

Norma McShane

July 13, 2020

So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He would collect me from the airport when I visited I appreciated this very much. Condolences from myself and also from MoreenMcDowell and his other relatives in Ireland. Rest in peace Jim from Norma (McDowell) McShane.

Jane grimshaw

July 13, 2020

Great guy, gentle soul !

Lori Longfritz

July 12, 2020

My sympathies to Lynn, Rachel, Devin, Jim's siblings and other family and friends. He was indeed a good man with a kind soul, gone much too soon. May your memories help in your healing.

Jon Ridolfo

July 12, 2020

Jim was one of my oldest friends. We shared many adventures and misadventures. I am sad at his untimely passing, Jim was a dear friend, I will miss him.

Kimberly McDowell Post

July 11, 2020

My deepest sympathy to the entire family.

I saw Jimmy in Aunt Ruths kitchen on St. Patricks Day 2019 with Kathy, MaryBeth, Tommy and my brother David. We had such nice conversations. A time I will always remember.

Sending hugs to you all.

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