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James Sorvillo Obituary
He was born on August 7th, 1951 to Gilda and Joe Sorvillo in Torrington, CT (center of the universe). After graduating from Torrington High School in 1969, he went on to start a successful construction career. In 1992, he started his own business Underground Builders Inc., becoming a prominent contractor through out the State of Connecticut.
He was an extremely hard-working, loyal, and honest family man who was loved and respected professionally and personally by many.
In 2018 he "hung up his hard hat" and pursued pleasures that included; cooking, gardening, golfing, skiing, drumming and enjoying season tickets to Uconn's Mens Basketball. Jim had a wicked sense of humor, adored an eclectic taste in music and loved to travel.
James was predeceased by his parents Joe and Gilda, brother, John. He is survived by his wife Pam, daughters Andrea and Deanna, granddaughter Lila, brother Robbie, sister in laws Marlene and Denise and many nieces,nephews and cousins.
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests you pay it forward with a kind gesture in Jim's name.
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Rob Stephen
July 1, 2023
My deepest sympathies to His family and friends. What a great guy. He´ll be missed
Annette DiLullo
June 29, 2023
Sending my deepest sympathy to you Pam and your family on the adding of Jimmy. Jimmy was a great person fun and kind. The times were were together years ago I enjoyed both of you. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tony and Liz Milo
June 29, 2023
To early days when Jim showed up at our door singing Christmas carol´s to the days of working on many projects with Jim, our love and respect for him is never ending. Pam may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Tony and Liz Milo
Cousin Dave
June 28, 2023
Going to miss you cousin Jimmy. Quick sense of humor and just fun to be with. As you would say to us all the time...." You´re my favorite cousin". Prayers for you Pam, Andrea & Deanna and hope you find strength and understanding during this time.
Cousin Dave
RICHARD SHULTIS
June 28, 2023
I didn't know James and never met him. But based upon what I just read about him, he was a great guy. My condolences to hie family and friends. So sorry for your loss. R.S. Phoenix. AZ.
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