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James is survived by his wife Helen Ryan of Framingham, his children Jaclyn Guarino of Dedham and James Ryan of Andover, his son-in-law Giuseppe Guarino Jr of Dedham and his grandchildren Giuseppe Guarino III and Chloe Guarino. Brother of Frances, Mary, Robert, and the late John. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and lots of friends he considered family.
James was a veteran of the US Army and a retired mechanic of the USPS. He loved life, music, camping, New Orleans, riding his motorcycle with friends driving to Laconia, camping in New Hampshire, traveling to watch the Tedeschi Trucks Band in his blue suede shoes, and walking his dog Benny. James was a friend to all and gave the best hugs. He was loved by so many friends and family members because of his positive energy, patience, and love for life.
His passing has left a large void in our hearts and those that were touched by him. We ask you to remember him for the way he lived his life and the impact he had on those who knew him.
Family and friends are kindly invited to celebrate James' life at the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St. West Roxbury on Saturday, August 16th from 3-7pm. For guestbook, gormleyfuneral.com.
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