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James Kalamajka Obituary

James "Jim" V. Kalamajka, 81, of Southington, CT, passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at HOCC at New Britain. He was the loving husband of Cheryl (Wilson) Kalamajka for 51 years. Jim was born on June 29, 1942 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Stanley and Margaret (Hunter) Kalamajka and had been a longtime Southington resident. Jim proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. He graduated from Northern Michigann University. Jim retired from Eversource after 24 years of service. After a very short retirement, he founded Connecticut Energy Resources, LLC. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and rooting for the Detroit Tigers. In addition to his wife Cheryl, Jim is survived by 3 children: Jason Kalamajka, Scott Kalamajka and wife Kelly and Kristin Kalamajka and Michael, and 4 grandchildren: Kayla, Pierce, Carter and Ronin. He is also survived by 4 siblings: Helen, Carol, Larry and Joseph, his sister-in-law, Lori White and her husband Keith and many nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by his grandson, Jack and 2 sisters, Mary and Kathy. Memorial donations may be made to Southington Community Services, 91 Norton St., Plantsville, CT 06479 or to CT Children's IBD Improvement Fund, P.O. Box 412901. Boston, MA 02241-2901 (https://www.connecticutchildrensfoundation.org/) Funeral services will be celebrated privately. Plantsville Funeral Home has been entrusted with handling the arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.plantsvillefuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Oct. 24, 2023.

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Douglas Cobb

October 24, 2023

Had the good fortune of crossing paths with Jim several times over the years, first via conversations and/or lunches at the Hartford Club many moons ago, during his days with Servus Management, then more recently reconnecting via LinkedIn during his tenure with Eversource.

Short list of professionals over the years who stand out more for simply being good human beings, first - and second for being good professionals.

Jim remains at the top of this list, as he certainly had his priorities in proper order. Speaks for itself when folks are saddened to learn of his passing, and smile whenever thinking of Jim.

While pardoning the pun, thank you for your service, Jim.

May you now rest in peace, throughout the sands of time.

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I love me.k and just try to remember the good memories he will always have a place in our hearts Pierce Knowlton

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