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James Campagna Obituary
Born in Pittsfield on June 28, 1928, he was the son of the late Vincenzo and Josephine Mauro Campagna.
He was a 1947 graduate of Pittsfield High School and attended Suffield Academy and Norwich University.
Mr. Campagna married Jane E. Andrew on September 4, 1950 at Sacred Heart Church. She predeceased him on April 1, 2014.
He was an inspector at General Electric in Ordnance for 23 years. Prior to that, he owned Jimmy's Market on Tyler Street for 18 years.
James was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church, where he served as Usher. He was a Berkshire County Deputy Sheriff and enjoyed hunting in his younger years. He loved travelling to Italy and Europe with his friends and family.
Mr. Campagna is survived by his sons, James A. Campagna and wife Pat of Pittsfield, and Jerry C. Campagna and wife Christine of Pittsfield. Six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; a sister, Helen Alberti and husband Charles of Salt Lake City, UT, and two brothers, Alfred Campagna and wife Eileen of Atlanta, GA and Robert Campagna of Pittsfield.
He also leaves a dear friend Blanca Durant, who helped him adjust to the loss of his wife 11 years ago.
He was predeceased by his siblings, Ernest Campagna, Concetta Kellar, Agnes Bilia, Mary Slater, Laura Slater and Santina Valenti.
FUNERAL NOTICE: Graveside services will be held, Monday, October 27, 2025 at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Cemetery in Section 15, officiated by Rev. Steven Montesanti. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; The Salvation Army; or to Boy's Town in care of Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford St, Pittsfield, MA 01201.
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Thomas Massetti
October 26, 2025
The passing of Mr. James Campagna, "Jimmy" as my family called him and his dear wife Jane ended a great relationship my father and mother (Pasquale & Clara Massetti) enjoyed with them for many, many years! Trips to Florida, Vegas and Italy were just a few of their adventures and I'll always remember how when we needed help, they were always there and made my parents lives much more pleasant until they passed. I kept in contact with Jimmy with phone calls and when I returned to Pittsfield on trips.
I always considered them as my parents' closest friends, and I very much appreciated all they did for my folks and myself and family. May he be reunited with his beloved wife and hopefully some nice memories!
RIP . . . Jimmy.
Debra S Galvagni
October 26, 2025
Jessica & Sarah, I am sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. With Sympathy, Debbie Galvagni
frank kellar
October 24, 2025
so sorry to hear of Jim´s passing our thoughts go out to the Campagna family. Frank and Trish Kellar
Bill Ryan
October 24, 2025
So sorry to hear of
Grampa Jim´s passing. Always enjoyed spending time with him and he was such a great husband, father, farther in law and grandfather to all his grandchildren. Keep all the good times and moments in your minds and close to your hearts.
Bill Ryan
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John A. Bernardo Esq
October 24, 2025
My condolences to the family. May the fond and loving memories be a comfort and always be with you.
Nancy Ireland
October 24, 2025
So sorry for the loss of Grampa Jim. There are lots of memories too many to share. He sure made great pizza! But we sure do laugh when we think of them. He lived a long and interesting life. His family and friends will miss him. They are all in my thoughts. Love Keith & Nancy Ireland
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