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James Fallon Obituary
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Rev. James J. Fallon, 70, passed away at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Monday, May 28, 2007. He was predeceased by his parents, James T. and Katherine R. (White) Fallon; and his brothers, William A. and Richard Fallon; also his brother-in-law, Richard Manning. He is survived by his sister, Mary Ellen Manning, Canandaigua; two brothers and three sisters-in-law, Donald F. and Mary Fallon, Jerome K. and Marie Fallon, Patricia Fallon, all of Binghamton; 14 nieces and nephews, four great-nieces and nephews. Father Fallon was a graduate of St. Patrick's Academy, St. Andrew's and St. Bernard's Seminary. He was ordained a priest on February 2, 1962. He was an Associate Pastor at Assumption Parish, Binghamton, St. Paul's in Rome, N.Y., St. Peter in Rome, N.Y., and Our Lady of Sorrows in Vestal. He served as Chaplain of the Rome School for the Deaf, and on the faculty at Rome Catholic High and Seton Catholic High in Endicott, and was Director of Emmaus House of Prayer in Endicott. Father Fallon served as Pastor of St. Mary of the Assumption, Binghamton, Our Lady of Rosary Church in New Hartford, St. Patrick's in Binghamton and Christ the King in Endwell, and has been in residence at St. James Church in Johnson City since July of 1994.
The family will receive friends at St. James Church, 147 Main St., Johnson City, on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. where Father Fallon will lie in state. A Vigil Mass will be held at 7:00 p.m., Thursday. A Con-Celebrated Funeral Mass will be offered at St. James Church on Friday at 10:00 a.m. by his fellow priests and the Most Reverend James M. Moynihan, D.D. Bishop of the Diocese of Syracuse, as principal celebrant. Private burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Johnson City. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to St. James Church Food Pantry, 147 Main St., Johnson City, N.Y. 13790; or The Danielle House, 160 Riverside Drive, Binghamton, N.Y. 13905. Arrangements are by McDevitt Bros. Funeral Home, 88-90 Front St., Binghamton, N.Y.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Fallon
Ann Fallon
March 12, 2008
I agree with my cousin, thanks for all of your thoughts and prayers. Our uncle was a great man and an integral part of our family and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Kathleen Fallon-Fox
March 8, 2008
To all of you who have written,
Thank you for your kind words and sympathy. The loss of our uncle has left a void in our lives. He will be forever missed by those of us who loved him as a second DAD. We looked to him for advice, guidance and a good laugh. RIP Father Jim.
Fr. Jim --Cape Cod mass at dawn. The sun appeared from behind the clouds just as Fr. Jim raised the Body of Christ above his head (1970)
December 20, 2007
Terry and John, priest in disguise, Dave Cavanaugh 1970
Therese Fenner Boucher
December 20, 2007
Today my Christmas card to Father Jim came back with the word "deceased" on it and I will be brokenhearted for a while. When I was in college, Fr. Jim was the first person to encourage me to teach about Jesus on an Antioch weekend, despite a migraine headache. He would also pray for me with his arms outstretched while I was speaking on the many Antioch retreats we did together after that. He inspired me to go into full time lay ministry when there was no such thing.
That same year Fr. Jim also appeared at my door on his way to the beach saying, "YOU'LL never guess why I'm here!" To which I replied, "No. YOU'LL never guess why you are here!" You see, I had been praying for help with an extremely important decision. Fr. Jim gave me just the right counsel. I could go on and on with more stories, since he provided guidance on so many other occasions as well. He was like an older brother, a mentor, a friend and a spiritual companion all rolled into one. Fr. Jim officiated (alongside Bishop Harrington) at my wedding to John. He bought us a last supper print even before we knew we loved each other. The print has hung in our dining area for 37 years since. He was at our first daughter's baptism...
I think I will stop with one of my favorite Jim Fallon sayings that rolled out of his mouth every time we went down to the beach together. First he would take off his shoes and then he would run down to the water exclaiming, "My father owns this place!" So I have been doing the same thing myself for many years, minus the running part, as I get older.
Thank you so much for keeping this guest book open for a straggler like me. I will also post a couple of my favorite photos of Fr. Jim. I am sorry that I did not know sooner so that I could say some of this in person. Please allow me to borrow a prayer for you and for Fr. Jim, "For I am certain that nothing can separate us from (God's) love: neither death nor life... neither the present or the future, neither the world above or the world below... there is nothing in all creation that will ever be able to separate us from the love of God which is ours through Christ Jesus.. [and, I dare say, through James Fallon]. Amen
Betty Sullivan Weidberg
October 19, 2007
To the family of Rev. James J. Fallon, My father died 0n October 15,l996. Rev. Fallon came to give him the last rights and pray
with my 2 brothers and 2 sisters.
Every year on this date we remember how Rev. Fallon brought peace to us and our family. I learned of his death when I tried to contact him to thank him once again. God Bless.
Dan and Bonnie Meyers
September 13, 2007
Fr. Fallon was a very special and awesome priest. He blessed my marriage and I feel very lucky to have met him. I know he has a very special place in heaven. He will be truly missed on Earth but I know we'll see him again.
Marsha Bennett McKenna
June 13, 2007
I feel very blessed to have known such an awesome person as Father Jim Fallon. He had a very unique way of making everyone feel special. My mother (Joan Fallon Bennett) used to share her childhood memories of Father Jim's Irish wit, love of music and zest for life. Father Jim will be greatly missed.
Ann Marie (Kane) Frink
June 12, 2007
To Father Fallon's Family, thank you for sharing him with so many of us. I have read the previous entries and ... ditto. He influenced many to be open to the Lord. He guided and lead by example. Father, now that you are home, Peace be with you.
Ann Kane
Donna Rotella-Bryan
June 7, 2007
My heartfelf condolences to Fr. Fallon's family. Father was the quintessential friend to my entire family. He was there for us in our days of sorrow and our days of joy. I am forever grateful for his steadfast loyalty and spiritual guidance throughout the years.
Jim Belford
June 6, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the family of Fr Fallon.......I have many many memories of Fr Fallon, all those wonderful times at Seton. For sure, you always knew where Fr Fallon stood on any issue. He was the quintessential priest for a difficult times (the '60's), always willing to listen and dialog......you will be missed......very sad day for all.
Fred Allen
June 3, 2007
To the Fallon family,
Were sorry for your lost.Father Jim was a wonderful priestand a wonderful person.His Irish wit will not be forgotten.Father Jim married our daughter jennifer in Key West five years ago.We had a great time reliving our days growing up on Florence ave.We will keep the Fallon family in our prayers.
God Bless,
Marie&Fred Allen
Tampa Fl.
Mary Ann & Neil Conboy
June 3, 2007
Dear Freckleface,Redheaded Friend, We will miss your laughter, Irish Stories, all the fun growing up with you and lifelong Friendship from Ice skating in JC, Getting Sunburned at Quaker Lake, Eating Green Beans after partys on Olive Street at our house, your visits coming and going to Florida but we will most of all miss your Friendship with God!
Mike Heslin
June 2, 2007
Fr James Fallon, a man of God, a man for God and a man with God. many faceted, multi-talented, giver of good sense and great mirth. Our prayers are with all the Fallons as they mourn the passing of their brother, uncle, cousin, friend, companion and most of all, the image of God.
Robert Taugher
June 1, 2007
My condolences go out to the Fallon family.
Edward Carmine
May 31, 2007
Father Fallon, A name that resonates SETON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL and that all that is holy with those hallowed halls. I, now in my mid fifties understand so much more and respect his contributions to my structure and education. God bless Father Fallon.
Jennifer Gurn
May 31, 2007
Father Fallon had such a great spiritual impact on so many lives, particularly the students at St. Anthony Catholic School in Florence, SC. My husband Terry and I always looked forward to him making a visit to our home in Florence, SC when he was on his way to Key West, FL. Our children were blessed to know him, but there were many other children that he blessed during those visits. He said Mass at our Friday morning mass at St. Anthony Catholic School in Florence a couple years ago. Father Fallon taught the children a special song that day that they have never forgotten and neither did the teachers. He delivered a homily that day that had everybody talking and feeling the spirit. Everyone felt so blessed to have him share a special mass with us that day. Even though we are all saddened by his death, we are comforted knowing that he is living an eternal life with Christ. Father Fallon, our children will miss your awesome stories and Terry and I will always remember your impactful spiritual advice. We will miss you!
Fr. Jim Corl
May 31, 2007
Fr. Fallon was a man filled with the grace of God. I give thanks for his life and ministry.
Sister Catherine Joseph McDonough
May 31, 2007
Father Fallon was a wonderful person-- He had a great sense of humor---I am praying for the family and friends.
Frank & Marian Spellane
May 31, 2007
To the Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Father Jim brought us into a close relationship with Jesus 37 years ago and through his guidance and friendship we have continued to grow in Jesus. We thank God for Father Jim every day of our lives. He will surely be missed.
The Lord has a special place in Heaven for him.
We pray a blessing from the Lord on the entire family.
Love in Christ Jesus,
Frank & Marian Spellane
Ron Ruffo
May 31, 2007
I will never forget how you made the Gospel come alive or your invitation to, "please pray with me"
Colleen Gurn
May 31, 2007
My memory goes back to childhood with Father Fallon. I remember loving to recieve communion from him bcause he always smiled and would sometimes give you a pat on the head. And when he laughed everyone near him lit up too. He often said that the "Gurn Girls" were his best audience. I guess because we were in constent laughter with him (even when we tried to be serious)! I love and miss you Father Fallon, Godspeed.
Debra Morello
May 31, 2007
Father Jim Fallon had the gift of making everyone feel special. As a teacher, his classes were fun and exciting. As a priest, his masses were an experience to be treasured. And as a friend, he was always 100% "there". What I loved most about Fr. Jim was his spontaneous and contagious laugh. I can only imagine his joy of being reunited with his Savior and loved ones in heaven!
Love, Debbie Murphy Morello
Debra Morello
May 31, 2007
Father Jim Fallon had the gift of making everyone feel special. As a teacher, his classes were fun and exciting. As a priest, his masses were an experience to be treasured. And as a friend, he was always 100% "there". What I loved most about Fr. Jim was his spontaneous and contagious laugh. I can only imagine his joy of being reunited with his Savior and loved ones in heaven!
Love, Debbie Murphy Morello
Philip WALKER
May 31, 2007
condolences to the family. May father
rest in peace.
Robert Allen
May 30, 2007
RIP Dear teacher, preacher and guide. The angels rejoice with your arrival @ the heavenly gates. Pray for us; as we for you! Bob & Maureen
e o'connor
May 30, 2007
Godspeed. Thank you for your devotion to the spiritual care of other living beings,
Terry Gurn
May 30, 2007
Father Fallon was more than a priest. He was a spiritual leader, a guiding light and a loyal friend who always brought perspective and clarity to every situation good or bad. His amazing personality and incredible sense of humor gave him an uncanny ability to truely connect with everyone he met. He married me and my wife Jennifer in 1990 and to this day people who were there always ask about "that awesome priest". He made everyone feel so warm and welcomed that day...just as I'm sure Jesus is making him feel today in Heaven.
Father Fallon you will be sorely missed.
Shirley Bender
May 30, 2007
Father Fallon,
Your profound love of the Blessed Mother was not learned in a book it was felt in your soul. God speed!
Jason Lakomec
May 30, 2007
Thank you for the masses you said for us kids at St. Patrick's Middle School. Fond memories.
Sister Joan Cadden
May 30, 2007
To The Fallon Family,
Please accept my prayers and sympathy on the loss of Father Jim. The fact that he has not been well for so long does not make the loss any easier. I do remember Jim as always being cheerful and ready to party!
My love and prayers. Sister Joan Cadden
Julene Andrews
May 30, 2007
A great loss to our community. He was a wonderful influence through his guidance and friendship during my years at Seton.
My prayers and sympathy to his family.
Annie Quilter Niland
May 30, 2007
Father Jim was a delight to know. His humor and wisdom were priceless. He was a Priest's , Priest.
He will be missed by all who had the privilige to know him.
Julie & John Picciano
May 30, 2007
Father Fallon, whom we remember with his flaming red hair, was a great Irish-American, a great priest, a great teacher and a great person. We're sure he's been welcomed in heaven, but we're just as sure that he'll be missed by the great numbers of people whom he touched here on earth with his special wit, wisdom and holiness.
Mary Ellen and David Mottola
May 30, 2007
Father Fallon was a special man whom we shall always remember. We enjoyed his company on the St. James cruise and will always cherish those memories.
Nicole Leonard
May 30, 2007
Father Fallon,
Thank you for your love and guidance. You made the world a better place simply by being in it. You made our Key West wedding one we will never forget. And most recently you were someone I turned to for advice and comfort when my father passed away, four months ago. You will be sadly missed here, but surely reunited with your parents and the Lord.
Alan Greene
May 30, 2007
Father Fallon was a big influence on me as I completed RCIA at St. James in 1997. He was a self professed "bible thumper" and I respected him greatly for that. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.
Shannon and Kevin Rakas
May 30, 2007
Father Fallon, On earth, you gave us a humorous and devoted servant of the Lord; we will forever remember your loving sacrifice and service. In heaven, may you know the grace of his kingdom; may your family know that you are at peace. Our prayers will be with them always. Know that you are loved and that you will be missed. Until we meet again, love always,
Richard Alter
May 30, 2007
To the family - my sincerest symphonies.
Fr. Fallon was a person with great emotion. His spirit for life and the passion for the lord will be truly missed
William Kane
May 30, 2007
Father Fallon was a good friend and a great man. I served mass for him hundreds of time as a young man at St. Patricks in Binghamton. He would spend the night in my home in Harrisburg each spring and fall on his way to and from Florida. My wife and I will miss him.
CAROLEE RIGO
May 30, 2007
I CELEBRATE HIS LIFE FOR ALL THE SPIRITUAL GROWTH GIFTED TO ME THROUGH HIS EFFORTS OVER MANY YEARS. I PRAY HE CONTINUES TO PRAY FOR ME AND MY FAMILY.
Reverend Fred Parke
May 30, 2007
Jim will be remembered as a good man and a good priest. He now celebrates with his Lord the enteral liturgy....
Sue (Rounds) Nugent
May 30, 2007
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerelly
Sue Barroso
May 30, 2007
We will miss your wonderful wit and wisdom, your inspirational homilies and the love you shared with our family. The Barroso Family, Key West Florida
Diane Burns Mays
May 30, 2007
Mary Ellen, Don and Spike,
I am so sorry for the lose of your beloved brother. I will truly miss his humor and the twinkle in his eyes! I know my parents (Gene and Patty Burns) will truly miss him, especially the shopping trips. He certainly loved a bargain! I know he is in a better place and is smiling down on all of us that he has left behind.
Ann Santacroce (Temple)
May 30, 2007
To Fr. Jim... You are a great priest and a great friend who cared enough to never pull punches on the truth. Though we hadn't kept in touch much since my move to CT, I've thought of you often. You will be missed. May you rest in peace with the Lord you loved so dearly and served so well.
To family... My prayers and thoughts are with you. Remember to rejoice in his victory as you mourn your loss.
Joan Flynn
May 30, 2007
Jim is finally home. He was a good and faithful servent.
Doreen &Ken Armitage
May 30, 2007
Now that you are in heaven you can rest in peace. May the lord be with you now and forever amen.
Frank & Helen Gennarelli
May 30, 2007
Fr Jim: On behalf of Class "54"(St.Pats) we will miss you dearly.
May you rest in peace.
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