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James Parra Obituary
AGE: 55 • Chesterfield Twp.
James M. Parra, age 55, of Chesterfield Twp., NJ died Friday, August 17 at home with his loving family. Born in Paterson, NJ, he was a resident of Hamilton Twp. before moving to Chesterfield five years ago. Jim was a graduate of East Brunswick High School Class of 1974. He currently owned a chemical manufacturing company, Sky Rex in Roselle, NJ, and formerly owned Parramar Enterprises in Old Bridge. Jim loved the beach, flying helicopters, golf and recently learned to play the guitar. He enjoyed art, visiting museums and he liked to sculpt. Jim was a belonged to the NY City Emergent Group and was a member of "Kenny's Backyard Tiki Bar".
Jim was predeceased by his parents, William and Marian (Lynch) Parra and by a brother, Joseph Parra. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Diane (nee Scipioni) Parra; a son, James Parra of Chesterfield Twp.; a daughter, Erica Parra of Bethesda, MD; a sister, MaryLou Parra of Solebury Twp., PA and many loving nieces, nephews and other loving family and friends.
A Memorial Mass for Jim will be held on Friday, August 24 at 11:00 AM at St. Bartholomew Church, 470 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick, NJ 08816. Private cremation services were held by the family under the direction of the Tilghman Funeral Home in New Egypt (www.tilghmanfh.com). In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jim's memory may be made to Share International, P. O. Box 5668, Santa Monica, CA 90409.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Parra
Wendy and Jesse
August 16, 2020
Jim,
As we think of you on the anniversary of your home going, What a wonderful legacy you have left for all your family and friends to cherish. Rest in peace my friend as we remember you with love.
Stephanie Kroon
August 15, 2020
What I remember is Jim's fabulous smile--he smiled and laughed a lot.
Deborah Gildersleeve
August 29, 2012
I knew Jim for over 25 years as a business friend. He was a genuinely nice person, always willing to help wherever he could. Deborah Gildersleeve
Mary Nell (Burgeson) Stapleton
August 28, 2012
Jimmy you were certainly one of the good ones. I am certainly glad I had an opportunity to meet you again a few years back and happy to know your are still one of the good ones.
I wish you and your family peace.
Tim Maicher
August 23, 2012
It is always a joy to see and think about you. You're on of a kind we will never be forgotten. Aces always my friemd!
August 23, 2012
We will miss Jim. Jim had a contagious smile filled with lots of love. He truly was a great man. We prayed for Jim each night and will continue our prayers for Jim in Heaven and Diana, Erica, James and family.
Kathleen, David, Olivia and Michael D'Aulerio
Wendy and Jesse
August 23, 2012
Diana and Family:
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Jim's smile and positive spirit will stay with us forever. We love you and stand with you, James and Erica during this difficult time and always!!
BILL & CAROL SCHNEIDER
August 23, 2012
TO THE PARA FAMILY: WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. WE ARE GLAD FOR THE MEMORIES THAT OUR GRANDCHILDREN HAVE OF SPENDING TIME WITH JIM. HE WAS A GREAT GUY AND WILL BE MISSED.
Todd Wilkinson
August 22, 2012
Best "acquaintance" a guy ever had!
Jon and Judey Allen
August 22, 2012
We still can't believe we have lost our Dear Friend Jim!! We remember you being "The Most Interesting Man" at our last Halloween Party!! That fit you perfectly Jim!! You truly are and always will be "The Most Interesting Man!! We always knew our time with you would always be interesting and we would always have a good laugh! It was our true honor to have known you and to call you our Very True and Dear Friend!! We love you Jim!! Always Have and Always Will!!
ANDREA SWANGLER
August 22, 2012
We will miss Jim dearly!!!!! Mike will especially miss his porch time and my boys will miss jamming with him. He was a DEAR friend and we will never forget him. He will ALWAYS hold a place in our hearts. We love you Jim and will never forget you!!!!!!
Tom McGlynn
August 22, 2012
Condolences to Jimmy's family and friends during this very difficult time from the McGlynn family.
Chris McKnight
August 21, 2012
I will always remember the great times we had...but I'm really gonna miss ya Jimmy!
Stephanie Kroon
August 21, 2012
I will always remember Jim. He had an easy laugh, an infectious smile and a true zest for life. Even though I had not seem him since our 10th HS reunion, when I thought of him, I remembered that big grin. RIP Jimmy; you'll be missed. Wishing his family blessings and prayers with his passing.
Maureen Mershon
August 21, 2012
Rest in Peace Jimmy. I am glad to have known you.
Laurie Meshowski-Lang
August 21, 2012
Jimmy, I will always remember your kindness and "unconditional" friendship to everyone no matter who they were or what they did. Heaven just got even better.
Love and miss ya,
Susan Rhoades
August 21, 2012
Jim, I didn't know you well first hand, but the love for you that others from our class shared made me "know" you in a spiritual way. May you rest in peace and know that the class of '74 will all have a reunion and it will be a blast. May your family have some relief that your suffering is over.
Dave Pandl
August 21, 2012
Jimmy,
They certainly broke the mold after you were made--truly one-of-a-kind! Although I only met you a few years ago, I feel privileged to have become your friend. I am a better man because you have touched my life. This world would be a much better place if there were more people like you. I shall miss you Jimmy, but I will smile often when remembering times spent together...always a pleasure being in your presence. Until our roads meet again...rest in peace my good friend.
P.S. Now who's gonna take care of B.K.?
mark koppel
August 21, 2012
The memories I have of you are going to sustain me thru the loss of a good freind. You were truly a good friend but more than that a GREAT person. God bless you and your family
Lynn Blessing
August 20, 2012
Jimmy Boy, a good good man. It was an honor to have been his friend. To those of you who knew him much longer, how very lucky you are. Much love to Diana, James and Erica.
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