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James Ciccone Obituary

Sgt. James Ciccone HICKORY Sgt. James Micheal Ciccone, U.S. Army, 24, passed away Monday, Nov. 26, 2012. He was born in Hickory March 26, 1988. Silent tears fall gently, which others never see, for our kind and loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, uncle and friend, who meant the world to us. A loved one is a special gift, one you hope will stay, we never thought the day would come, when you would go away. And when the moment came, you hadn't said goodbye, the pain just overwhelmed us, and all we did was cry. We only wish you knew, just how much it hurts to lose you, And the pain it puts us through. Falling tears and aching hearts, are things we have to bear, but losing you the way we did, will always seem unfair. All we have are photographs, and memories to share, we'd give our lives to turn around, and see you standing there. You showed us many things in life, but James you never showed us how to cope with losing you. Nothing is more treasured, than the thought we have of you, you were so very special, we thought the world of you. You left us with a broken heart, and happy memories too, but we never wanted memories, we only wanted you. You left a place no one can fill, we love you James and always will. We will talk about you often, we will think about you. You won't be forgotten by us. You never will. We will think about you night and day, we love you more than words can say, simple words but very true, we will always love and remember you. by Jason Ciccone James is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Cynthia Hefner Orren. James leaves behind his parents, William and Tonia Ciccone; sister, Ashley Schmidt; maternal grandpa, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Ritchie; pops, Danny Orren; paternal grandparents, Marilyn Romano and Mr. and Mrs. John Ciccone; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, friends; and his puppy, Mimi, whom he adored. A celebration of James' Life will be held at 3 p.m. today (Wednesday, Dec. 5), at Smith & William Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel, Virginia Beach, Va. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7, at the Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery, 580 Antioch Church Rd, Taylorsville, NC 28681. A special thanks to The Patriot Guard Riders and to all the help from friends and family. You may pay condolences to the family at smithandwilliamskemp sville.com.

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Published by Hickory Daily Record on Dec. 5, 2012.

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William Ciccone

September 13, 2013

I still miss you everyday Son....I LOVE YOU...

Dad

Manda rie G

December 10, 2012

James u was an awesome friend and I won't ever forget u I catch myself looking back to ur profile often and thinking of the food days we had ;) fly high James

December 7, 2012

My thought and prayers go out to the family of Sgt. Ciccone. I am so sorry for your loss. Danny Ferguson

Enjoying the night concert on the beach

Camille Hefner

December 6, 2012

Concert on the Beach

Camille Hefner

December 6, 2012

I still can't believe you are gone. It seems like just the other day we were talking on the phone and voxing about life and that you were almost out of the military. I'm so glad you came and visited me at school a few years ago. We had to make a special trip to the grocery store just so you could have eggnog. I will never forget you were about to leave and then you told me you had accidentally locked your keys in your car. You always knew how to make me laugh and I will truly miss you. I wish I could be at your funeral tomorrow but know that I will be there in spirit. I love and miss you James.

William Ciccone

December 6, 2012

My Dear Dear Son.........I miss you so much. I keep waiting for my phone to ring as it did everyday and its not happening. Thank you for for being my best friend and my HERO. I am proud of all you did and the accomplishment you made in your short 24 yrs. I will miss the fishing and the talks we had all the time.I don't know where life will take me in your absence and I dont understand alot but with the support of our family and friends myself and your Mom and sister will somehow someway move forward. I Love you James so so very much and this kills me inside. Your my boy and though I was the one that was suppose to teach you in this life you yourself taught me so much. You are in the hands of God now and I know you will be watching this family as the years go by......I will see you on the other side son.....I LOVE YOU...

Whitney Harrington

December 5, 2012

God bless you all may god give you comfort and peace in your time of need love you all

Whitney Harrington

December 5, 2012

God bless you all praying for peace and comfort in your time of need love you all

Stephanie Pazur

December 5, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Jennifer Andrews

December 5, 2012

I pray God brings the Ciccone family and all extended family members peace and comfort during this time. I never had the pleasure of meeting James, but it is obvious how much he was loved and respected. It takes a special kind of person to serve in our military, especially in the world we live in today, so thank you all for sharing James and allowing him to protect our freedoms. God Bless!

SGT Serena Jones

December 5, 2012

James we will always cherish you as our little Brother in Arms. I thank God for Blessing Me with the Privilege and Honor of serving beside you in defense of our nations freedom. LOVE ALWAYS YOUR 1st Maint Co FAMILY

James Riggs

December 5, 2012

May this candle always burn bright for the Ciccone Family.

Cliff Shady

December 5, 2012

So Sorry for your Loss Thank You for your Service to our Country Sir May U Rest in Peace ,,,May the Holy Sprit Comfort you all in ur Loss and Send Angels to be at your side during this Sad time .

James Riggs

December 5, 2012

God bless you in this time of sorrow. I will always remember James CHICO Ciccone as a wonderful soldier and out standing person. To the Ciccone family God bless and God speed to you all.

Suzanne Maynard

December 5, 2012

Thank you Sergeant Ciccone for all your sacrifices that you have made to protect this nation. Not everyone can do all the stuff that you did each and every day. I wish i would of had the privilege of meeting you, but i went to church with your sister. Just from knowing her I can guarantee that she got her wisdom, strength, and determination from you.My thoughts and prayers go out to the Ciccone and Schmidt family during this time of sadness. May you rest in piece and soar high with the Angels above. You will never be forgotten.From a marine spouse I thank you Ciccone family for giving your greatest gift to ensure we are free

Amy Calhoun

December 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are out there to you and your family..God bless you all

Returning from OIF VII September 2010

Danny Waldrip SFC (R)

December 4, 2012

Justin Shull

December 4, 2012

Love and prayers to SPC Ciccone's family. I am so sorry for your loss. Triple C as we called him was in my battalion at Fort Benning. He was a great guy and will always be missed. God bless you during this time.

Lora Murphy

December 4, 2012

I don't know your son or his family, however I am touched by the beautiful obituary and by the love that his family has for him. I sincerely want to thank James for serving his country and to also thank his family for sharing him with our beautiful country. May God bless you all and may he give you comfort in the memories of your beloved James.

Laura Sutton

December 4, 2012

My heart breaks for all of you..my thoughts and prayers are with you all..

Jason and Wendi Ambrose

December 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Lisa Little-Hefner

December 4, 2012

I was very sorry to learn of James' passing. I did not know him as well as I would have liked too; but his beautiful smile in the pictures sure brightened my day. I hope that you will keep your faith strong and not be despaired. Your son would want us all to use our faith to keep his memory alive.

In thought and prayer,
Lisa Little-Hefner

December 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Matthew and Kathy Hillman

December 4, 2012

Bill, Tonya and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in your memories and may God give you the strength to find peace.

With love,
Stephanie Pazur
CWA Local 2202
Union Office

Vanessa Sarluca

December 4, 2012

You were a dear friend and battle buddy. Our memories of you will never be forgotten. You are loved and missed by us all. Love you forever, Sarluca Family & 1st Maintenance Company.

December 4, 2012

Sorry for your loss, but thank you for your most precious gift you have given for my freedom. May God bless you all.

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