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James Brisbois Obituary
He was born September 30, 1923 in Springfield to James and Isabelle (Hoye) Brisbois. James was a World War II Marine veteran serving in the Central Pacific Area. He worked as refrigeration supervisor for Carando Inc. for many years, retiring in 1989. James moved to Enfield in the 1980s and enjoyed golfing at Grassmere Country Club. He was also a communicant of St. Mary's Church in Longmeadow.
James leaves his wife of 59 years, Gena (Pio) Brisbois; his son, Michael Brisbois, and his wife, Shirley, of Chicopee; his daughter, Michele Isham of Springfield; his grandchildren, Gina Marie Samara and Nicholas Brisbois; five sisters, Isabelle Rosser, Lillian Demers, Claire Patterson, Joan Scovill and Barbara Diel, all of Colorado; his brother-in-law, Pasquale Pio of Somers; his sister-in-law, Henrietta Foisy of Enfield; and many nieces and nephews.
The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 9:30 from Tazzini Funeral Home, corner of Locust and Main St., Springfield, with a Mass in St. Mary's Church in Longmeadow at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Longmeadow Cemetery.
Calling hours will be held today from 5 to 7 p. m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Brisbois
Chris Kapopoulos
January 11, 2008
Michael & Michelle
Just got word of the passing of your dad. My prayers are with all of the family.
John Alifano
January 11, 2008
My deepest sorrow on the passing of Jim. He was a wonderful gentleman who showed his kindness to all.
John Alifano
John Manfredi
January 11, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forgot how you made me
feel like part of the family in my
younger years. My dad also sends
his condolences.
BARBARA RIVERS
January 7, 2008
I AM SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR DAD'S PASSING.. A FRIEND FROM THE PAST.. BARBARA (BRENNAN) RIVERS...
Gerry Alifano
January 7, 2008
"To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die" With deepest regrets and sympathy.
Gerry Alifano
Ginni Soja
January 7, 2008
I worked with Jim for many years at Carando really enjoyed the friendship we formed. He had such great stories about his work experiences! Jim seemed ageless...it's hard to believe he's gone - he will be missed.
Phil Bronner
January 7, 2008
Michael & Michelle,
I was sorry to hear of your dad's passing...you may not remember me, we went to Van Sickle together a long, long time ago.
My deepest condolences.
Phil Bronner
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