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Marti Pachuta
March 22, 2019
Jim was a amazing person, professor and mentor. I could depend on him for anything.❤
Ron Benincasa
September 8, 2017
I knew Jim from when we both started Hopkins as fellow math Grad students in 1969. Even though we were both from Philly, I went to Dougherty, I relished his friendship. Later I had a sabbatical at USNA (1991-1992) while he was Chairman. He was a good man, and those who knew him professionally will always appreciate his humor.
Zachary Jordan
March 18, 2017
I just read about Dr. D'Archangelo's passing when I tried to send him an e-mail after I found a course syllabus from an evening class that I took from him in Fall 2010. I wish I had tried to reach out to him sooner.
Dr. D was a great teacher and a really nice guy. He was always prepared and able to explain abstract and elegant concepts in advanced mathematics in an easy to understand way. And then during intermission he was always congenial and great to chat with.
My condolences to his friends, family, colleagues, and students. He will be greatly missed.
Adam Berg
February 21, 2017
I just heard this news. Very sad. Mr. D'Archangelo coached me in soccer 30 years ago and I still remember it fondly. Of all the dozens and dozens of coaches I have had over the years, he was the kindest and most patient of all. I would get upset and he would calm ME down. Very sorry to hear of this. I'm sure he will be missed a great deal by a very large number of people whose lives he has touched.
Dave Spoerl
February 10, 2017
Jim was one of my first professors when I started as a Math Major back in 1978. When I returned in 1997 as a Military Professor, Jim was a mentor and one of the people I trusted for guidance. He will be missed by so many people he touched.
Tammie Sutton
February 8, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of this loss..I worked with Jim for many years at the Academy..may he rest in peace and I send my sympathy to the family.
Ted McClanahan
February 8, 2017
I was a friend and colleague of Jim for over 40 years at the U.S. Naval Academy. As a Naval Academy graduate and retired Naval Officer, I developed a great admiration for Jim's skill and dedication in the training and leadership development of thousands of future Naval Officers. He was a gifted athlete demonstrated as we shared tennis matches and played softball together over the years. Two weeks before his untimely death he contacted me about renewing our tennis matches, He will be missed by many in the Naval Academy and Navy.family,
Iona Moreland
February 8, 2017
I was so sorry to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to you Mike and your family.
Barbara Van Belle
February 6, 2017
In reading all these beautiful thoughts and memories of Jimmy it is obvious how much he touched so many people. Rest in peace Jimmy and sincere condolences to your family and loved ones
February 6, 2017
I couldn't agree more with Carl Perretta's words...in the Monsignor Bonner Class of '65, some 769 boys, Jimmy D was the best. Smart as a whip, kind, humble, never drawing attention to himself...his strength was in his deeds. I had the good fortune to serve at the Naval Academy shortly after Jimmy started teaching there. He went on to become the Chairman of the Mathematics Department at USNA, a big deal. Google Jimmy's name on the web and read his student's evaluations...all outstanding. A great guy in every way, a credit to his parents, to Darby, Pa, to BVM and Bonner and to the Academy. They don't make many people like this.
Kevin Kennedy
Col USMC (Ret)
Amman,Jordan
James Laudadio
February 6, 2017
My cousin Jim was 5 years younger than me, but whenever we got together, there was always a magical connection, a kind of melding of our memories and feelings.
He was very caring and unassuming. He always asked how all we siblings we're doing with a genuine interest.
He was an only child but what a joy he was for his parents, He was sharp and excelled He was a big deal at the Academy but you would never know it. I can only imagine what an influence he was on all those Cadets over all those years. They certainly must treasure his memory.
He made sure that we all recognized that we needed to be involved in caring for Uncle John, after Uncle Jim passed and Aunt Dee went to live in Annapolis. He will earn wing points there.
He was a positive force in the world.
The world needs more like him.
He was very appreciative of both the Laudadio Family and the DeArchangelos , and expressed his awe of what both sets of grandparents went thru to get their heirs into a better world.
He was a true gentleman, not many like him and I'll miss him a lot
My sister Cathy added this:
I know it's hard to imagine he passed away so young. I have fond memories of seeing him every Sunday growing up. We all had dinner at grandmom's house where we would eat wonderful food and run around and play with all our cousins and visit with our aunts and uncles. A big family.
Mark Kidwell
February 6, 2017
Jim knew his differential equations. I respected him as a mathematician and as a leader.
John Van Belle
February 6, 2017
I ran out of space in sharing my memories of Jimmy, but I believe they are important for his kids to know so I'm continuing my anecdotes in a second message. After many years of not seeing Jimmy, I went to his office and got there while he was teaching. So I read my book while I waited. When Jimmy got there and saw me he started laughing out loud. He said he had just finished reading the same book on civil war history. He was a mathematician, I an economist but after not seeing each other for about twenty years we were both reading the same civil war history book for fun, and then we just start talking as if we had seen each other the day before.
We were similar but Jimmy was better -- when we double dated my girl friend's father told her to dump me try to date Jimmy.
Jimmy was kinder and gentler. As freshmen, we were in D1 in current terminology the geek class but some of us were decent athletes. We were playing the senior champs for the school softball championship. We were leading late into the game when our home room teacher asked Jimmy as captain to sub in our "less" athletic teammates. I objected but Jimmy said it was the right thing to do. Then with the game slipping away from us do to errors by the subs came " the play" a ball hit to right field MAN on first --he was the full back from the football team -- Jimmy goes out from short stop to make a perfect cut off throw to me at third. I'm blocking the base waiting for the throw when I see a bull charging at me I panic and get out of the way and make an OLE' tag as he slides in safely under my glove. If I made the tag we would have won the championship but we go on to lose. Jimmy graciously took the blame away from me saying his throw was a little off.
Just to show that even someone as smart as Jimmy could do dumb things, one summer Jimmy and I went to his uncle Anthony's house way up Springfield road in a cul de sac just past the trolley stop. We cut down tons of shrubs and bushes and then tried to burn
Jerry Delaney
February 5, 2017
Dear D'ARCHANGELO family, please know that there are so many of us that are greatly saddened by the passing of Jim. Those of us that went thru BVM and Bonner were fortunate to know Jim. Everyone who met Jim over the years loved him. My thoughts and prayers, along with many others, will be for your family. Jerry Delaney
Jerry Delaney
February 5, 2017
Dear D'ARCHANGELO family, please know that there are so many of us that are greatly saddened by the passing of Jim. Those of us that went thru BVM and Bonner were fortunate to know Jim. Everyone who met Jim over the years loved him. My thoughts and prayers, along with many others, will be for your family. Jerry Delaney
Carl Perretta
February 5, 2017
The best the class of Bonner '65 had to offer. Truly someone about whom could be said: The world is poorer today. I'm sure I'm joined by my classmates when I say that I am very happy he attended our last reunion, and that we got to be in his company one more time before he left us.
Cathy Laudadio-Defreitas Family
February 5, 2017
I was deeply saddened by the sudden loss of my dear cousin Jim. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. I have fond memories of seeing Jim every Sunday at our grandmothers house when we were growing up. Our family would eat wonderful dinners that our grandmother and aunts would cook while all the cousins would run around playing and having so much fun. Jim loved his entire family and always stayed in touch. He was a role model in our family and we're very proud of his accomplishments. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with his family and loved ones.
Gerry Lockwood
February 5, 2017
I have been blessed to be welcomed by the D'Archangelo family through my friend Lydia. We first met when I was invited to dinner at the family home following the Blue Angels practice over Annapolis many years ago. Jim made feel very much a part of the evening, especially making one of his famous strawberry ice-cream sundaes. Every time we were at the same family gatherings he was sure to speak to me, no matter how busy he may have been.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Lisa and Karen Walters-Zucco
February 5, 2017
So very sorry for the loss of your patriarch. Please take comfort in all of the wonderful memories that you have together.
Steve Pagnoni
February 5, 2017
Jimmy i'm so glad we were able to reconnect after so many yrs last yr.and took us on a personal tour of the Navel Academy.God bless this gifted man...Rest in peace.
Tom Laudadio
February 5, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to all. My cousin Jim was always and will always be someone we looked up to and admired. Jim was a gentleman in every regard and we will miss him sorely. Love and prayers
Ann Schu
February 4, 2017
Franny, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts.
Shelly Coffren
February 4, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the family !!
Julie O'Dell
February 4, 2017
My deepest sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. I knew Jim for over 30 years at USNA. His exceptional service and love of the Midshipmen will be his legacy for years to come.
Deborah Hudson
February 4, 2017
I did not know James for very long , but from our first introduction he made me feel as though I was Family . I am very sad to hear of his sudden passing . Bill & I always felt honored to be with the Family at Jim's annual Rehobeth Vacation for the birthday celebrations . On our first meeting Lisa's 40 birthday celebration he invited me to join the Family at the beach .when ever we were together he was always concerned about others joy . We will miss this very kind and caring Man . I know he is in heaven with Mom Mom . Our thoughts & prayers to the Family . We were so blessed to have known Jim we will miss you .
Anthony Laudadio
February 4, 2017
Prayers for all of the D'Archangelo family. much love from the Laudadios. Anthony, Amanda and kids.
Terry Baxter
February 4, 2017
Words cannot express how saddened I am at the loss of Jim. I've known him for over 50 years and have very fond memories of him. He was always a kind and generous man who loved his family. His love for Fran was always evident . His face lit up when he was with her or spoke of her. Sincere condolences to his children for your loss. You father loved you all and was very proud of you. And he loved his grandchildren beyond measure as well as Fran's grandchildren who called him pop-pop. I am so sorry for the loss of this good man.
Terry Baxter
Nicholas D"Archangelo
February 4, 2017
I followed you through High School by 2 years and you paved the way for me. We both served our country in different ways and I was very proud that I had a cousin teaching at the Naval Academy. Georganna and I going to miss you, you will always be in our hearts. Rest in peace Jim
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