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JAMES VERNILLO, JR.
AGE: 40 PORT READING
James Vernillo Jr., 40, of Port Reading passed away Monday, Nov. 8, 2010 at the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick. Born in Edison, Jim was a lifelong resident of Port Reading. He was employed by Rutgers University in New Brunswick as a computer engineer for the past twenty years. He was a member of St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, Port Reading. He was a member of the Port Reading Volunteer Fire Department, ex-chief in 1999, and current assistant chief.
He is predeceased by his parents, James and Helen Vernillo. He is survived by his wife of five years, Heather Vernillo; his two daughters, Gabrielle Paige Vernillo, Gianna Marie Vernillo; a sister, Lisa Carnes and her husband, James of Georgia.
Funeral services will be held Friday, 9:30 am at the Chubenko Funeral Home, 625 Port Reading Ave. Port Reading followed by a 10:00am Mass of Christian Burial from St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, Port Reading followed by private cremation. Visitation will be Thursday, 2pm to 4pm & 7pm to 9pm at the funeral home. For directions or to send online condolences, please visit www.chubenkofh.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Donors Services, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202.
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for James Vernillo
Carol behan
November 4, 2024
Continue watching over your family from heaven
Carol Behan
November 4, 2023
May you enjoy the peace of heaven
Carol Behan
November 4, 2022
You would be so proud of Heather and your girls.
Rest peacefully.
Carol Behan
November 4, 2021
Rest in heavenly peace.
Barbara G Behan
November 23, 2010
Heather: We were very shocked to hear that Jim had passed away. He is with the angels now. If you ever need a baby sitter while you are down here, we will assist you any way we can.
Love,
Mom, Rich, and your brother Sean
Matthew Kozak
November 17, 2010
My deepest sympathies for the loss of a great man. Jim was always a very knowledgeable, helpful and a reliable coworker. As a fellow OIT staffer down at the Camden Campus, I only knew him through email, but he'll be sorely missed.
Christie Ciaccio
November 14, 2010
We are soo sorry for your loss. Heather, know that we are here for you and your girls...and of course you will all be in our prayers. Love, The Ciaccio Family
Brian & Kathleen Covino
November 11, 2010
Our hearts go out to Heather and the girls...Jimmy you will be missed...God bless you
Stephen Hicks
November 11, 2010
Jim was a great guy, I worked with him at Port Reading Fire Co #1. I was saddened to learn of his passing. The community will not be the same without him. My thoughts and prayers go out to Heather and the children.
Carol Behan
November 10, 2010
Time and memories will lessen the burden of your emptiness and sorrow, we pray you draw some measure of comfort, knowing others care and share your loss.
Uncle Tom and Aunt Carol, Renee, Michael and Jen
November 10, 2010
I send my condolences to the family. We are going to miss Jim here at the Registrar's office.
Laura Rusznak
November 10, 2010
God Bless you Jimmy and my heart and prayers go out to Heather and the girls.
November 10, 2010
I didnt know him personally but heard he was a fighter. My condolences to his wife and children. may h rest in peace.
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