James J. KALINOWSKI

Dear Elizabeth,Lori Jessica and Amy,
I am saddened to learn of the passing of your husband (Father) Jim. My heart goes out to you all during this difficult time. Life-so fragile, Loss-so sudden, Heart-so broken, in the wake of such a loss we may be haunted by things we don't and may never understand. Yet the solace we seek may not come from answers. So we look for comfort in the belief of love's everlasting connection. May the love of Jim lift you and hold you close, and give you peace. Those we hold closest to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindest they have shared and the love they have brought into our lives. May you be comforted by the memories of Jim(Dad) you will carry forever in your hearts. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
In friendship and hearfelt sympathy-Ruth Shine

We are so sad to hear of Jim's passing. What a great person, neighbor, father and husband. We will always remember stopping and talking with him on our walks.

My condolences to Jim's family. I have a great number of fond memories of hanging out with Jim at Pulaski Sr High. He was a great and fun individual at that time and I am sure he carried those traits on thru his life and touched many people.

Liz and family, We are saddened deeply by your loss. Jim was a great fellow worker and a devoted family man.
Our deepest sympathies.

Ray and Linda

Jess,
We were deeply saddened at the news of your father's passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
George & Maria Birmbas

I went to school with Jim from Holy Cross School to Hartford State Tech. and am both shocked and saddened in hearing of his passing. He was a great guy, lots of fun, and a good friend. I wish to express my deepest sympathies to his wife, daughters, sister and other family and friends.

" Sometimes our paths go in different directions, but our memories never part"

worked with Jim for many years at Fenn I know he was a good and decent man, a fine man to work with. He will be misssed by many in this world. I'm very sorry for your loss.

My deepest sympathies to the Kalinowski family. I had the honor of working with Jim for the last 6 years at Fenn/SPX. His knowledge, enthusiasm, and kind spirit will be missed.

Liz, Lori, Jess, Amy, and Ellen - There was never a better husband, dad, or brother. Jimmy always put family first. And he made us all feel like family. There are not enough words to express the depth of the sadness we feel. May God carry you all through this difficult time. We have been blessed to have known him for so many years. He will be missed every day of the rest of our lives.
Love, Joan and Becky

If all you ever knew about Jim was his beautiful wife and amazing kids you would know exactly the kind of man he was. My heart grieves for the family and he will be missed. All my love, Michele Joerg

I'm so sad that I will never have the opportunity to meet the man who raised such a wonderful daughter in Jessica. He, along with his wife, must have taught her the compassion, professionalism, and calmness that she brings to her work every day. My prayers are for your comfort during this awful time of loss.

Daniel Veno MD

Paul and Ellen
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of great sorrow.May the wonderful memories of your brother Jim, get you through these difficult days to follow.
Don & Pat Tomaszewski

My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Kalinowski family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Ellen & Paul -- Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fred & Laura Czarnaty

elizabeth and family,i was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your loved one.my thougts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.jimmy is in gods hands and at peace.please let me know if i can be of help in anyway.you were there for me in my time of need in the loss of my mom and most recently my sister.god be with you and your family. susan terni

We met & knew Jim from working the Ride for Justin every year where he always seemed so full of life and energy. Our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. God Bless!

iz, Lori, Jessica, and Amy: my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. In the short time I knew him, Jim's kindness and sense of humor made him one of my favorite people. He will be missed! Love and wishes of comfort,

I was a classmate of James in the 1960s at Holy Cross School. He was quiet, gentle and studious, a lovely young gentleman. May god bless your family.

Ellen, Paul, Jarrett and Kristen,
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Rachel, Aaron and Vincent

"The greatest tribute to the dead is not grief but gratitude."
-Thornton Wilder

If every person had just a small amount of Jim's amazing qualities, the world would truly be a better place. He will be missed dearly.

I remember Mr. Kalinowski from the many years he spent helping Southington High School Marching Band and recall his joking, upbeat personality. I'm hurt to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Kalinowski, Lori, Jessica and the rest of his family. He is missed but will not be forgotten.

Eric Krajewski
(formerly of Southington, CT)

We were so sorry to learn of Jim's passing. Our prayers are with you and all your family. May God grace you with comfort that only He can give you. Dave and Judy Ruhm

Liz and girls, We are shocked and deeply saddened by the loss of Jimmy. He was such a wonderful, generous man. He was a true family man. God Bless your family in the difficult days ahead. Donna and Dave

I would like to express my sincere condolences to the Kalinowski Family. I worked with Jim at SPX. This sudden and unexpected loss saddens us all. Jim was a very kind and generous man and I’m happy to have known him for the last four years that we worked together. I wish your family peace and love during this trying time. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Ellen, Paul, Kristen and Jarrett,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Peace be with you and we love you guys!

Liz, Ellen and families,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your husband and brother. I never met Jim, though knowing the family he came from he must of been a wonderful man.
Sending love and my condolences.

June 7, 2011
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family, to all who will miss Jim.
Sincerely, Wayne & Patty Gleason

I grew up with Jim for the first 15 years of my life. He was 2 years older than me and not only was he a role model but a true friend. Growing up in New Britain with the Kalinowskis helped me to understand the meaning of "Greatest generation".

My deepest sympathies to the Kalinowski family. You are all in my thoughts.

Liz & girls, you have our deepest sympathy and our prayers for you and for Jimmy. I never met a happier man.

Elizabeth and family,

While we are all sadened that Jim has been taken from us, please take joy in knowing that he will now be spreading happiness in a place where we can only hope to someday be.

Jeff Hughes

Dear Liz, Lori, Jessica, and Amy: Our prayers and deepest sympathies to you and all your family and friends. Jimmy was a wonderful Man, Husband, Father, Brother, Cousin, and Friend. May all your wonderful memories bring you comfort and may God help you through this time of sorrow. Much Love.

Mr. Kalinowski was an upstanding individual, who was always willing to lend an helping hand. He was a dedicated father, who gave up countless hours supporting his daughters' participation in SHS color guard and marching band. What a sad and unexpected loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

So very sorry for your loss - Jim was such a delight to be around. He will surely be missed by all.

Ellen and Paul,
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed and Marilyn Bissoni
(Pat Bagioni's Sister)

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

June 7, 2011

I wish to add my condolences for the loss of Jim. I only knew and worked with Jim for four years at SPX, yet I came to respect and admire his knowledge and personal demeanor in our dealings. He left an indelible mark on myself and others he associated with. I will truly miss him as a friend and business associate. May God bless and keep you during this trying time.

Arthur A. Morin Middletown, CT

Jim, Liz and Kalinowski family, words cannot express how special you all are to our family.Love and Blessings, Dave and Christine Patterson and family

Our deepest sympathies to Auntie Liz, Lori, Jess, Amy, Ellen, family and friends. We love you all very much and we have you in our hearts and prayers. Uncle Jimmy was a man of tremendous character. He was a fun spirited, knowledgeable and extremely talented. He was loving, compassionate, understanding and a model father and man. He will truly be missed. We could always count on Uncle Jimmy for the right advise, his thoughts on the Red Sox and most of all a laugh. We feel blessed to have known him.

Love, Jaimie, Pat, Alexa and Buttons.