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James Trunzo Obituary
James S. "Jim" Trunzo, 70, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on July 2, 2011. He was born in Punxsutawney, Pa on July 22, 1940. He was preceded in death by his parents Francis J. Trunzo, MD and Catherine Kernan Trunzo of Punxsutawney, Pa and two brothers Francis J. Trunzo, Jr. of Green Valley, Az and William K. Trunzo of Punxsutawney, Pa. Survivors include Jerry Frances Carter Trunzo, his wife of 21 years, his daughters Jessica Johnston (Kirby) of Morristown, NJ and Monica Olsen (Tom) of Tallahassee, Fl. Grandchildren Chase, Tina, Maria and Michael.
Jim was a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War. He served his country with the Seabees, the U.S.N. Mobile Construction Battalion, MCB-7, from 1962 to 1967. After leaving the service, Jim received his B.A. degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania then moved to Tallahassee, Fl where he attended Florida State University and received his Masters Degree in Criminology in 1973. He was an adjunct professor at TCC. Jim was also employed by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement as an Executive Director of the Police Standards and Training Commission. He retired from the Florida Legislature after 15 years with the House of Representatives in various positions.
Jim was an avid FSU football fan becoming a booster in 1972. He remained a loyal fan and season ticket holder over the years and continued to enjoy the FSU football games most recently with his grandson, Michael. He was a generous and caring person full of love laughter and ever proud of his family. He had a special place in his heart and life for the Thursday night Men's Faith Group.
Jerry Frances and their daughters are looking forward to members of the Thursday night Men's Faith Group joining them in the family seating Friday at the memorial service.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 7 at Culley's Meadowwood on Riggins Road between 4:00 and 6:00. A Catholic Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 8 at 2:00 at St. Louis Catholic Church, 3640 Fred George Road.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Punxsutawney Area Hospital, 81 Hillcrest Drive, Punxsutawney, PA 15767-2616, Attention: Laurie Klingensmith, (814) 938-1827.
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Jessica Trunzo Johnston
July 18, 2011
To my father,
Thank you for all the love you have shown. You were my biggest cheerleader and I will always be your biggest fan. I love you. Jess
Steve Kujawa
July 14, 2011
Dear Trunzo Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies and condolences on Jim's passing. I knew him through Fr. Hugon Council # 3521, Knights of Columbus, where he was a Past Grand Knight. I was happy to be one of his officers. God's peace and consolation to you.....I will remember Jim and all of you at Mass and in my daily prayers.
Yours in Christ,
July 9, 2011
Dear Jerry and Family;
Our prayers and sympathy are with you. Jim was a life long friend and I will miss him. I always appreciated his sense of humor and his loving and caring ways. We were so looking forward to the Trunzo Golf outing and our annual visit together. He will be sadly missed by those of us who knew and loved him.
With sympathy;
Leo and Mary Claire Johnston Punxsutawney PA
H.L.Larry Hellman
July 7, 2011
My love an prayers go out to you Jerry Francis and all your family.Jim was a good friend and will be missed by all who new him.please call me if i can help in anyway.850-766-7398.
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Daniel & Christina Morris
July 7, 2011
Dan and I are praying for ya'll - for peace and comfort. We are so thankful for his influence in our lives and will miss him very, very much.
Virginia Carter-Hellman
July 7, 2011
Jim was a wonderful person who could always bring a smile to your face. He will be greatly missed.
Julie Smith
July 6, 2011
Monica, Tom, Maria and Michael,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Call me if you need anything.
Julie & Shelby
July 6, 2011
My Love goes out too Jim & Familey and friends,Gene McLean At Mom & Dad's Restaurant/Talahassee,Fla
Anna J
July 5, 2011
Dear Jim, I love you so much. You have meant so much to the our family and we will never forget you or your pasta
Anna J
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