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for James Rison
John Stubbs
March 11, 2013
My heartfelt condolences to the Rison's family and friends. I have pleasant memories of him from Armory Drive where I grew up. He was a courteous and friendly guy whom I will never forget. In peace Jimmy!
Eileen Szymkowicz
March 9, 2013
I am so sorry for this great loss. May you find strength in each other and in your memories. He will always be with you. I know how difficult it is to lose your dad at such a young age, as did I and my siblings. Take care of each other, and Jett, your "family" here at Pilgrim HS is here for you too.
Eileen Szymkowicz
PHS Teacher
Stephanie Lopez
March 8, 2013
"To the Rison family ...We are truly sorry for your lost. All of our prayers are with you.
Newport Commissary
Kevin Bouressa
March 8, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I, like many others, had the pleasure of playing for Rison's Raiders. We all know it was much more peaceful to play on his team than against him!! As others have posted before me, he was one of a kind, and Warwick softball will never be quite like it was with him on the field. It will miss his passion, big heart and presence on the field and in the parking lots and restaurants after the games. As funny as it may sound, if Warwick softball ever starts a Hall of Fame, he would be the first inductee with a unanimous vote! RIP Jimmy..
Lori and Anthony Caruso
March 7, 2013
Debbie and James,
Very saddened to hear of Jimmy' s passing. So sorry for your loss.
March 7, 2013
Dear Jim, Kim and Deb.... My heartfelt sympathy at this very sad time to the Rison family. I know in my heart that right now his Mom has her arms tightly wrapped around Jimmy. May you all find comfort in knowing how much I care and send my condolences at this difficult time . May peace be with you all.With deep sorrow,
Rita Generali ...
Jeff Bliss
March 7, 2013
to Jim's family sorry for your loss. r.i.p. jim
Joe Ping
March 6, 2013
To The Rison family
I am very sorry for your loss Jimmy was a true competetor when came to softball and Jimmy has left us with many memories.R.I.P. Jimmy
Edward Neves
March 6, 2013
So sorry to hear of this news. As a long time friend and coach of Rison Raiders I have alot of memories of Jimmy. If you need anything please reach out. Your friends are here. Take care JETT
March 6, 2013
My deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Rison family and friends, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lou and Rosa Rossi
Brian Warnock
March 6, 2013
Dear Rison family, Sorry for your loss. I knew Jimmy back in St. Kevin's. RIP!
The Stewart Family
March 6, 2013
To the Rison Family
Our deepest condolences on your loss. Sue we will keep your family in our prayers. I can't think of a softball field that will feel the same without you Jimmy. RIP my friend.
Dick Manchester
March 6, 2013
To the Rison family sorry for your lost .Jim and i go way back to the days of little league ,he will be missed.
Ron Goodinson
March 6, 2013
On behalf of the Atwood Umpires Assoc., we send our warmest condolences to Jim's Family and friends. He was a good guy on and off the field. God Bless you all.
Patricia Crenca
March 6, 2013
To the Rison Family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was one of a kind and I will never forget the Backstop softball days when I first met him. He loved life and was usually our entertainment when we went to games and tournaments. I have a feeling that heaven won't be the same now that Jimmy has arrived. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Charlie & Charlotte Cummiskey
March 5, 2013
Our prayer and thoughts are with family and friends at this difficult time. All that knew Jim will remember him by his larger than life personality! Always had a smile and joke or two to share. Block Island will not be the same without you. May your light shine down on us and bring peace to all those close to your heart.
March 5, 2013
Dear Jim
We are so sad to hear of your passing. We love you.
Deb and Kim remember Jim is now with his heavenly father and at peace.
Love Dot and Pete
Noti Family
March 5, 2013
To Sue & Jett, our thoughts are with you through this difficult time.
Dean Amoroso
March 5, 2013
After years of playing softball against Jimmy's teams, I had the opportunity to play 35 and over with him last season and I'm glad I did. He was truly a one of a kind. Sunday mornings won't be the same without Jimmy. My thoughts are with his family in this difficult time.
Ed Generali
March 5, 2013
To Jim's Friend's and Family, so sorry for your loss. I first met Jim when we were just teenagers hanging out on Amory Drive. Then later in life our paths crossed again in the RI softball community. Softball will never be the same. Sure he would argue or get thrown out of a game or two, but his passion and love for the game will always be remembered. No matter the out come of the game he would always go out of his way to invite you to his after game tail gate parties for a burger and a beer. Remembering all of the glory days of softball. I hope there is softball in heaven, because I can't imagine it without the leader of Rison's Raider's.
March 5, 2013
To Jim's Family and Friends. So sorry for your loss. Our friendship goes way back to Amory Drive as teenagers just hanging out. I also played softball many many years with Jim. Softball will never be the same,you will never see another Player or a Coach with the passion and determination of Jimmy. He always gave it his all, yes he would argue or make me throw him out of a game or two but he always respected his opponents,umpires and team mates. He would shake your hand after the game and always welcoming you to his after game tail gate for a burger and a beer. He loved to talk about all the glory days gone past in his softball life. He loved the game and he loved and lived life to its fullest. Jim you will be sadly missed, I sure hope there is softball in Heaven, you were the best my friend!
Ed Generali - Cranston,RI
March 5, 2013
From your brothers from the Players Softball Club- remember once a Players member-always a Players member.
Jimmy Rison #3- Players and Players 35 member from 1994-2000
March 5, 2013
To the extended family (which includes his softball family- which I am a member) Jimmy Rison will be saddly missed! He was a true character of the game- a hard nose competitor and a friend who would give you the shirt off his back. It wasn't always easy with Jimmy, but in the end he was always a loyal friend and it is a sad day for all of us who knew him- God bless.
Jim and Lori Gordon
March 5, 2013
Debbie and family, So very sorry to hear about Jimmy...he was lucky to be part of such a caring family...our thoughts are with you all
Dan LaCorbiniere
March 5, 2013
As sad, sad day in the softball world. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends you will be missed but never forgotten.
March 5, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Pat and Bill Watrous
Scott Carlson
March 5, 2013
On behalf of the Warwick Umpires Association, please accept our condolences on Jimmy's passing.
Cheryl and Sal Illiano
March 5, 2013
To the entire family of Jimmy,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. Jimmy was loved by so many and will be missed by all who knew him. Hold on to all of the wonderful memories. My heart goes out to all of you.
Dennis Harrington
March 5, 2013
To Sue,and the Rison family.Very sad to hear this news,Jim was a good man.I heard a voice at Clegg Field one night,and turned to see Jim coming my way.I hadn't seen him in over 20 years.He shook my hand,and reminded me of our snowball throwing cometition outside of St.Kevins school way back in 1971,he won!RIP Jim.
Eleanor Wilson
March 5, 2013
So so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. My thoughts and prayer's are with all of you. Love Eleanor (Hanley) Wilson
March 5, 2013
Jim will be sorely missed. He put his heart and soul into softball for many years. Condolences to his entire family.
Ron Teitelbaum
March 5, 2013
To the Rison Family, I am so sorry for you loss.
Mary Ferrini & Paul Gill
March 5, 2013
Sue and Jett, you both are in our thoughts and prayers, always! Now is the time to remember all the good times and the time you got to be together. You'll always have your warmest memories. Be strong my friend, and Jimmy, I will miss the yearly calls on April 15th. R.I.P.
Beth Palumbo Heaney
March 5, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear this. Jim was in my graduating class at Vets. My condolences to his family.
Jack & Sue McNulty
March 5, 2013
Sue:
Our sincere condolences to you and Jett. Jim will be sadly missed. As time passes you will remember all of your good times with Jim and his memory will live on.
Erica - Brady Rogers Ins
March 5, 2013
Deepest sympathy to the Rison family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank Spaziano
March 5, 2013
Kim & Debbie,
I am really sorry for your loss of brother Jim. He was a good friend manys ago.I'm sure you will miss him.
Adrian Hamburger
March 5, 2013
Sue, My family and I are very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Sharon McMullen
March 5, 2013
Deepest sympathies from the McMullen Family our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sharon and Scott
andrea sellins
March 5, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ray Lajoie
March 5, 2013
Jim, you will be missed! So sad to hear about your passing! My heart goes out to his family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Debbie Lineberger
March 5, 2013
We will miss you so much Jim We Love you
Deb, Jim , Jimmy and Bobby
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