James L. "Jim" DiMarino

James L. "Jim" DiMarino obituary, Rowley, MA

James L. "Jim" DiMarino

James DiMarino Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by F. S. Roberts & Son Funeral Home on Oct. 1, 2025.

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James 'Jim' DiMarino Obituary James "Jim" L. DiMarino, Rowley, MA, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, surrounded by family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Bonnie (Belmonte) DiMarino. Born 74 years ago in Lynn, he was the son of John and Helen DiMarino. He is survived by his brother John and sister Helen. He was predeceased by his sister Katy and brothers Paul and Joe. Jim is also survived by his precious German Shepherd, Valory who misses him dearly.
Jim was proud of his service in the US Army in the Vietnam Era. He earned his college degree with the GI Bill. He was employed in the electronic industry and then with the Massachusetts State Sex Offender Registry. Jim enjoyed photography and fishing. He was an avid Ham Radio operator and enjoyed talking to his many friends worldwide. Jim was a Mason since 1977.
Jim and Bonnie were history buffs, participating in the Bicentennial celebration as the defeated British. Their favorite vacation was touring Gettysburg. Jim loved the ocean, spending summer weeks on the Maine coast.
Family was important and he was the anchor of the family. He especially loved his nieces and nephews. Being a prankster and jokester, he made friends easily. Jim never outgrew his fascination with Halloween, and he passed that passion on with years of costume parties for his family and friends.
This spring, Jim had a wonderful time planning a surprise birthday party for Bonnie. Jim and Bonnie had also just celebrated their wedding anniversary by renewing their marriage vows. To all that knew Jim, he always ended the conversation with "God Bless".
Calling hours will be on Sunday, June 9, 2024, from 4-7 pm at F.S. Roberts & Son Funeral Home, 14 Independent Street, Rowley. Relatives and friends are invited to the Funeral Service on Monday, June 10th at 11 a.m., at Linebrook Church, Linebrook Road, Ipswich, MA. To light a memorial candle or leave condolences, please visit fsrobertsandson.com.
-Arrangements entrusted to F. S. Roberts & Son Funeral Home -
Services
Visitation
Sunday
June 9, 2024
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
F. S. Roberts & Son Funeral Home
14 Independent Street
Rowley, MA 01969
Funeral Service
Monday
June 10, 2024
11:00 AM
Linebrook Parish Church
391 Linebrook Road
Ipswich, MA 01938
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