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Rita Thomas
September 1, 2024
still missed by Jim and I
Lorin
August 31, 2024
RIP Jimmy D'Angelo
Rita
September 20, 2023
still missed my friend
Larry Vigneault
March 21, 2023
Wow man, I didn't know Jimmy passed away. He was a good man and an excellent musician. If I knew, I would have been at his wake. So sorry to hear this. My sincere sympathies
Jeff Marcimo
September 22, 2022
Miss U every day Jimmy D!! Forever in our Hearts!! With Love - Jeff Brooke Brett and Sarah
Buff and LIsa
September 20, 2022
You left such a hole in our lives these past 4 years. Just not the same without you, Jimmy. Miss hearing and seeing you play. Till we meet again, love you, Jimmy.
Rita
September 20, 2022
hard to believe you been gone for 4 years still missed by many including Jim and I
Jeff Marcimo
September 21, 2021
Hard to believe 3 years have passed since you´ve been gone!! Think of U every day - every day!!! I constantly play Ur songs when I´m in my Corvette!!! Me and my kids are So Lucky to have been a part of Ur life!!! Keep Rockn the Heavens My Dearest Friend
Rita
September 20, 2021
Jim and I miss you hope you are jamming
Lisa Nicholson
September 23, 2020
Can't believe it's been two years already! Time sure flies. Still miss you like crazy, Jimmy! Thinking of you...Buff and Lisa
Rita Thomas
September 20, 2020
still can't believe you're gone
Lisa Nicholson
September 20, 2019
Wow, can't believe it's already been a year! Still miss him like crazy! Great memories keep him alive for us. But sure wish he was still here! Let's all celebrate his life together next Sunday. He would love that! And he'll probably be right there with us! Love ya forever, Jimmy D...Buff and Lisa
Chuck Williams
March 31, 2019
Just found out ten minutes ago. Jim was a good person, knew him so long ago. Always thought he would make it nationally too. Great work ethic and a excellent rocker! Very sorry.
John Papas
October 28, 2018
A Wizard, a True Star!.... Jimmy must have been touched by the lovely and loving send-off from his lovely and loving family and friends. Hope to see and hear you in the Garden someday......and Happy Birthday!
Mike Kurczy
October 13, 2018
Jimmy, the reason I play guitar today, you and Joe were the greatest band in the area, and in my opinion should have made it to the top you were superstars! Jimmy taken too soon jimmy rest in peace in rock and roll heaven, your music will live on, HAVE A SWEET SLEEP SLEEP! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY BROTHER.
Jane Molinari
October 10, 2018
Joey, I am so sorry about Jimmy, been thinking of all the nights I danced to the joneses , a true gentleman , beautiful smile , god bless you jimmy .
Walter Crockett
October 7, 2018
Another wonderful human being gone from one of Worcester's finest families. You have seen too much loss. Jimmy was a kind, passionate man that we couldn't help but love. Just looking at his picture warms the heart. He found his musical passion early and never abandoned it for his whole life. Our whole town is the richer for it.
I am so sorry that I didn't see the notice for the calling hours. I will never forget when my wife, Valerie, died and Jimmy came out on crutches to pay his respects. In this very sad time, the D'Angelos have much to remember and be proud of.
Rachel & Brian Keyo
October 5, 2018
Dear Fred & Family,
Our sincere condolences. Our hearts are with you.
Bill Smith
October 4, 2018
I'll never forget the great times we had in high school when Billy Nosel and I were roadies for the Joneses with Ronnie Mancini. Hoping in the bus that Fred drove to all the shows, they'd play their hearts out and then back on the bus back home, where Mrs D'Angelo would have a buffet and we'd all sit and talk for hours. Truely one of the nicest families around. Billy Nosel died in L.A. where he was a music business attorney 2 years ago. I can guarantee that The Noz and Jimmy are jamming right now and they are smiling, for sure. My thoughts and prayers go out to all saddened by this loss.
Rita Thomas
October 4, 2018
another angel you will be missed and your sense of humor you were one of a kind and so happy to have met you
Eddy Hanam
October 4, 2018
Your kind heart, your humble nature and your incredible music has changed my life. Thank you Jimmy. I will never forget. Peace to you and your family.
God Bless.
Jill Dupre
October 4, 2018
God speed Jimmy! Truly one of the most genuine and kind people ever.
Pastor Cales
October 3, 2018
Always remember going to Bogeys to see The Joneses on Water St.That was the top band for years back in the day.Thanks Jimmy for the best memory's.
Carolyn Frankel
October 3, 2018
I just heard the news. I am deeply shocked and sad. Jimmy was one of the really nice guys. He would always bring a smile to everyone. My sympathies to all.
Margie Tromp-Milas
October 3, 2018
My deepest condolences and sympathy, Joey, to you, your family, and Jimmy's family, of your loss. May Jimmy rest in peace. Love and God Bless, Margie
Nancy Hanlon
October 3, 2018
Joey Vera and the entire family I am so sorry for the loss of brother Jimmy. I used to watch you guys play when I was in high school and also after that. I didn't know Jimmy personally but Joe and Vera I do. Know that my heart goes out to you and you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love Nancy Hanlon
Joey D'Angelo-Lajoie
October 3, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Let there always be a song in your heart
Frances Reney-Genduso
October 3, 2018
Jimmy & family... Very saddened by your passing. You surely will be forever missed and loved. Fly with the Angels, keep on playing your music in heaven.
Prayers and blessings.
Love, Frances Reney-Genduso
October 3, 2018
Thoughts and Prayers to the family and friends. Really great man. Wonderful friend to all.
Michele Goodness
October 3, 2018
My Prayers are with all the Families and so many Friends of this beautiful man's heart. He has truly impacted his Love within his music. God's given gift, shared throughout the world reaching other's with an amazing smile.
"Jesus said, I am the resurrection and the life. He that believeth in Me though he were dead, yet shall he live. "And whosoever liveth and believeth in Me, shall never die." Until the day we meet again. Rest in Peace My Dear Friend.
The Blessing: For All of God's Children...
May the Lord Bless us and keep us; May He let His Face shine upon us and be gracious unto us; May He look upon us kindly, and give us His Perfect Peace. In Jesus Name I Pray...
October 3, 2018
Worcester will surely miss Jimmy. Irreplaceable. Greatest guitarist around and a super guy. I will always remember our days in Jr. high & high school at Burncoat, when Jimmy and The End/The Joneses emerged as the premier bands in the region. Had the pleasure of sharing the stage a few times, opening for Jimmy's band, including a fun gig at the old Comic Strip with Sam the Sham & the Pharaohs. Deepest condolences to Jimmy's family. Rock on.
-Ben Lanava
Sal Gianfriddo
October 3, 2018
So sorry for your loss.. Jimmy was a great guy and friend.. Ill never forget the good times we had at the Saloon.. youre all in my thoughts and prayers... RIP brother!
Tony Gallati
October 3, 2018
Joneses, Wednesday night at Bogeys, Gibson sg guitars, Trainor amps, Spoonful ringing loud and clear. I enjoyed playing there, and always enjoyed catching the Joneses. Great memories of a fun time in Worcester music. Thank You.
My deepest sympathy to the D'angelo family.
Tony Gallati (Herbie)
Ernest Gaudette
October 3, 2018
So sorry for this Great lost Jimmy will forever be in our hearts and in our souls thanks for the wonderful memories still listen to those incredible songs from the past R.I.P. you awesome soul Ernie Gaudette & Mike❤
valerie winslow
October 3, 2018
RIP Mad Angel. May you realize how much you are loved. and may this knowledge bring comfort to your family in some small way.
October 3, 2018
One of the great guys! One of the greatest rock 'n roll guitarist around!
Thom & Judie McCabe
Leicester Airport
The Red Barn
October 3, 2018
To Joe,Vera,Fred and entire D'Angelo family,friens and fans of Jimmy's, very,very sorry for the loss of our most beloved Jimmy D'Angelo.Jimmy,you were awesome,so very sad to see you go. Love you. Thanks for the memories.
Johnny Sable
joel richardson
October 2, 2018
joe and all family members - sorry to see james go so soon. i've known both of you since our days at burncoat - dad, too. lots of unforgettable events in lucy sullivan's french class with benny lanava and geoff king. i remember jim always saying he wanted to borrow my stratocaster so he could 'smash it' like pete townshead used to do. you guys were playing gretsches. way out out of my price range for sure. it would have been another great performance by jim, but unfortunately, i couldn't part with it - i would have to go back to using my father's L5 plugged into the old modified philco parlor radio. he wasn't too keen on that idea. i was only 16. anyway, i wish i could have had one last hand shake and a hug, as usual to send him off, but that will just have to wait at least another day for now. thanks for all the memories. R I P james - been a long time comin'...
Karen Gomes
October 2, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to the entire DAngelo Family... his Love will never wane.
For over 40 years I have loved his smile and that twinkle in his eyes.
Sleep Sweet Jimmy
Jimmy Pellegrini
October 2, 2018
Joey and Family
I just heard Sunday (09/30/18) that your brother Jimmy passed away. I am so sorry to hear this and of your loss.
I knew Jimmy only slightly and he was always a great guy. He remembered me from the "old days" and always greeted me warmly with a smile.
The Joneses were a big influence on me, you guys had; the look, the stage presence, the sound, and the songs. I would go to see you, listen closely to Rob, memorize his patterns, and then go home and practice. The band was absolute magic. You guys will always be much loved and the best band from Worcester County.
An anecdote of Jimmy:
One night in the mid 90's Rod (the guitar player from my current band) and I went to see "Code Blue" ("Deep 6"?) at Tammany Hall. Rod didn't grow up in Massachusetts and he didn't know our past local rock culture. (So we went to see Jimmy.) Before the band started I went over to say hi to Jimmy. Now at the time I my hair was 24" long, dark, and thick.
Jimmy looked at my hair and just said, "Freedom man, freedom".
. . . .
Later that evening Rod and I were standing right in front listening to the band. As the band was playing, Jimmy walked over to me and said something in my ear. Rod said, "Wow! That's cool. He came over and talked to you while the band was playing." I told him, "Yeah, he told me to tell you that your zipper was down".
Jimmy was the ultimate cool.
I will miss his spirit.
Jimmy Pellegrini
Millbury, Ma
Joe and Judy Holewa
October 2, 2018
Joe and Jim were the reason I became a musician. We went to numerous shows to see with Joneses, DNZ, Mad Angel, Pretty Poison and August. The D'Angelo bands had a very strong following from Webster and Dudley. They wrote and performed so much excellent music! Life is short but love is infinite. RIP Jim, you ROCK! Our deepest sympathies to all of his family.
Dick Toomey
October 2, 2018
Joe & Family,
I am truly sorry for the loss of your brother, Jimmy.
May he rest in peace.
Tom Herbert
October 2, 2018
Jimmy a great rock guitarist and singer I regret we never had the chance to play music together .. Love you brother
October 2, 2018
Joe & Family,
Very sorry for the loss of your brother, Jimmy.
May he rest in peace..
Dick Toomey
Holden, Ma
Donna Mombourquette
October 2, 2018
A life so richly lived so tragically lost too soon. My memories of Joe, Jimmy, Freddy, Vera and your parents go back so many years to 1970.
The Joneses, Mad Angel, Pretty Poison and everything/everyone that surrounded those days.
To all, including Jimmy's daughter, I am so very sorry for your loss. I know you are hurting now but may the happy memories of this amazing human sustain you during this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy Alexanian
October 2, 2018
Dear Joe and Vera,
I have so few words in times like these. It seems sympathy is never enough in your time of sorrow. God Bless!
Nancy
October 1, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Peter Depasquale
October 1, 2018
Dear Joey, so sorry you lost your brother Jimmy. Memories of watching you guys perform is the reason why I play the guitar. Our dads worked together,and were friends. Freddie would always let my dad know where you guys were playing. Even though we were to young to be there, my dad would take us . It was like seeing the Beatles , it was so special, and had such a big impact on me. Still does. Thank you
Billy Stooke
October 1, 2018
Jimmy may have been responsible for me hitting my first home run. Perhaps I only got to first base but it was after seeing the Jones's. To me they were Worcester Beatles. I still think the 45 called baby should have been a hit. I guess if the Beatles analogy fits Joe was the quiet one, Paul, and Jimmy, John. We lost John way to soon. I'm smiling when I think of the many times our paths crossed over the years. Jimmy always had that smile. A smile I know is missed by such a close knit family. What a pleasure to read everyone's memories of Jimmy and identify with them. And the band played on...
Mad Angel...R.I.P.
October 1, 2018
Lisa Dipadua
October 1, 2018
Dear Joey and Family, I am truly sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a very special man. Pure talent yet down to earth and loving.
I found this saying that I would like to share:
The music stops and yet it echoes on
In sweet refrains for every joy that passes
Something Beautiful Remains
Always,
Lisa D.
Tabothy
October 1, 2018
Heaven has gained another angel. My deepest sympathies go out to both Jimmy's family as well as his extended family. To all who knew him, Jimmy was family. He was so gracious and had the biggest and warmest heart. He was deeply loved by all and will be missed. Jimmy truly had a gift, and his legacy will forever live on through his music. Thanks for sharing so many good times and great memories! Jimmy, may you rock on with Jamie in the heavens. You will forever be a star.
Linda West-yeulenski
October 1, 2018
Dear Joey and family, I am so sorry for your loss of your precious Jimmy. I will always remember him as a very gifted musician, full of life and love for family and friends and his music. May he enjoy all the peace and love that heaven has to give. Rest In Peace Jimmy.
October 1, 2018
Heaven now has a Mad Angel RIP.
Joe Reidy
October 1, 2018
To Joe and Family, My deepest condolences on the death of your brother.
Valerie and Ron Ouimette
October 1, 2018
Joe
We are so sorry for the loss of your dear brother Jimmy. We enjoyed your music for so many years. It brings back fond memories of our youth. May he Rest In Peace and you find comfort in the love of your family and friends.
Love
Valerie and Ron Ouimette and family
October 1, 2018
May the thought of knowing that family and friends share in your grief bring you a measure of comfort. (Prov. 17:17) Sincerely, A Friend
Alan Tousignant
October 1, 2018
When I was in the eighth grade, my older neighbors raved about a band called The Joneses from Worcester who came to Gardner a few times a year. Finally when I began high school in the fall of 1969 and could go to the weekend concerts I understood what the deserved praise was all about. The Joneses were exponentially better and professional than any of the other bands who played. Then they morphed into Mad Angel. Jimmy was a charismatic musician who harmonized perfectly with brother Joe on guitar and vocals in both bands. The warmest memories of my high school years were attending their performances. My friends told me that Fred Sr. (I didn't know at the time that that was his name) was the crew-cut father who helped transport the band around in a modified yellow school bus. A big fan, I remember talking to brother Joe at D'Arby's when I was on a date in Worcester a few years later. The D'Angelos are obviously a talented and loving family and I am blessed to have been a beneficiary of their dedication to music and Worcester County. The D'Angelo family are all in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you Jimmy for the joy of the music you shared with us.
Tara and Frank Hinckley
October 1, 2018
Those who are remembered Live Forever.
Judy Bonci
September 30, 2018
Jimmy was a kind and humble guy who I knew since junior high. He got his kindness and generosity from his parents who welcomed all the kids that hung around Wawecus Park into their home. A friend of mind dated Jimmy during high school and even as he became more popular he was still the sweet soft-spoken kid from the Park. Jimmy will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with Jimmy and his family. RIP Jimmy Judy Johnson - Bonci
September 30, 2018
Jimmy was a kind, humble guy who I knew since my junior high school years. He got his kindness and generosity from his parents who always welcomed the kids who hung around Wawecus Park into their home. During later years my friend dated Jimmy and regardless of how popular he became he was still the same sweet kid I knew from the Park. Jimmy you will be missed by all who knew you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. RIP Jimmy. Judy Johnson-Bonci
Rock On
A Friend
September 30, 2018
A Friend
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A Friend
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A Friend
September 30, 2018
September 30, 2018
Jim is setting up a mega jam in heaven. My sincere condolences to the family. Jim brought joy to all.
Sincerely,
Rich Kneeland
Bob Nystrom
September 30, 2018
To the D'Angelo family I'm so sorry for your loss. I was lucky enough to see Jimmy and Joe play many times and each time I was blown away.May the good Lord bless the D'Angelo family during this sad time. God Bless you Jimmy you made some many of us happy with your music.You will be missed.
September 30, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I knew Jimmy D in high school, and I followed The Joneses from the Comic Strip to Bogeys to Leicester Airport and have many great memories.
RIP Jimmy D
Alberta Inangelo & family
Marianne Giangregorio
September 30, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the family of Jimmy. Like most of us I grew up watching all the bands. The Joneses were awesome when I was still in grammar school. Jimmy and Joey looked like little Beatles. I feel just terrible like a part of my youth is gone when times were great. God bless his brother Joe and his entire family.
Barry Burdett
September 30, 2018
Will never know how big an impact you had on people's lives. Mad Angel was such a huge part of my adolescence. I once mentioned to Jim that I had a reel to reel tape machine, and in a few days, I received a huge package in the mail with 2 tapes with live and studio recordings and a 45 and press clippings from him. A hugely talented and thoughtful musician. Thank you, Jimmy.
Freddie Potenti
September 30, 2018
Condolences to The D'Angelo family. May Jimmy Rest In Peace. The original Worcester Rock legend. His music has made its claim to fame.
Paul Liljegren
September 30, 2018
RIP Jimmy
Joseph Depasquale
September 30, 2018
My deepest condolence to Joe, Fred, and Vera and the entire D'Angelo family. My experience with Jimmy came when he let my high school rock band SAGE open for his band August in 1981. We felt like rockstars having the chance to open for a well known band, and a great guitarist like Jimmy . He was the nicest guy,and he made everyone feel special. May god bless the family during this sad time. RIP Jimmy
Truly Inspirational
Jim
September 30, 2018
So sorry for your loss Joe and family. Jimmy and the Joneses were the reason so many youth of the area got into music. Seeing his band perform when a teenager was so inspiring back in the 60's. All the bands that followed showed his talents and his true desire to perform. You will be missed by all. Keep Rockin'
JOHN RIGANATI
September 29, 2018
HAVNT SEEN YOU IN YEARS BUT I WILL NEVER FORGET YOUR GREAT SMILE AND FRIENDLY DISPOSITION TO ALL. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR PEOPLE WHO LOVED YOU GOD BLESS JIMMY.JOHNNY RIGANATI
Buzz Taylor
September 29, 2018
having known jimmy since sitting across from him in mr. mooshagians math class when I transfered to burncoat high and seeing him after school wearing the same long winter coat with the puffy white fur collar that I thought was a one of a kind we both laughed and became friends for over 40 years, I was lucky to have followed his great musical journey and even tried to show him how to use midi drum machines that didnt go over well and that was a priceless day !!! my deepest condolences to the d'angelo family.
Bruce OConnor
September 29, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Harry Arakelian
September 29, 2018
Good bye Jimmy I loved jawing with you on the phone and when you came over my house and we had a couple beers together, it was always the simple things that we both loved, I will miss that and you but everyday I will be talking to you so as long as I'm alive you're right there with me, until we meet again dear friend!!!
Joe Musician
September 28, 2018
'While our guitars gently weep"
Annie DeFalco-Ber
September 28, 2018
I can't think back to my youth without thinking about Jimmy, it's impossible. I was a true groupie as defined by most of my peers and family but didn't care because they were some of the best times of my life. I was fortunate as a groupie and avid follower of the JONESES to be welcomed into the family with many invites to the home of Jimmy and brother Joe. Those times I'll always remember the hospitality of their wonderful Mother Jean, RIP, and always comical father Fred, RIP. It was during these visits where I got to listen to some great music particularly NEW and not yet released Beatle songs. Amazing times and so many great memories. The friendships and bonds made during the nearly decade I was in Massachusetts can never be broken. Even when I went to visit from my home in Florida I always made a point of finding out where they played and tried to attend any outing they were at. This is not just a loss of a great musician but a great person who always showed those around him a kindness not always known with musicians. I know that he will be so missed by tens of thousands of fans, friends but mostly by his family. My thoughts, prayers go out to each of them at this time with hopes that they always remember we all lost a brother and to hold onto all of the GREAT memories of Jimmy and his legacy will always live on.
Hammer
September 28, 2018
Jimmy was such a great person and great friend, always fun to be around and whether it was at a gig or at a cookout, I will miss talking and joking with him, very sad times.
Brett Marcimo
September 28, 2018
Going to miss you Jimmy D!! Will never forget all the great times we had at your shows or our long talks on the phone about life! Love you man RIP
September 28, 2018
My prayers and thoughts are with your family, You will never be forgotten,
Lincoln Bordeaux
September 28, 2018
Joe and family, my deepest sympathy...most of us in the mid 60's were Beatle's fans, but some like myself were JONE'S fans...THE original local band. Rest in peace...Linc Bordeaux
Joan Fontaine
September 28, 2018
You will be missed Jimmy. Cinema Lounge memories and stopping by your house after class. My prayers to the D'Angelo family
Jeff Marcimo
September 28, 2018
Jimmy - Thank You for being my friend!!! I will never ever forget U - May You Rest In Peace!!! ❤❤❤
Mauro DePasquale
September 28, 2018
My deepest condolences to the entire D'Angelo family for the passing of Jimmy . My thoughts and prayers are with you and All Jim's friends. May he Rest (Rock) In Peace +
Our family ties go back a long way. No words can express what his loss means to me and to all of the music community.
Dear Jimmy;
Your legacy is your family, and the gift of your artistry and the inspiration we all had and continue to have the extreme privilege to experience. Nothing Gold Can Stay , but you are loved and that is eternal.
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darryl burns Dubois
September 28, 2018
So sorry Joe, I have many happy memories when I used to go to house with my sister Cindy, sad to see him go.
Zelia McCauley
September 27, 2018
Deepest sympathy to Jimmy's family and friends
Zelia McCauley and Mark Fontaine
Mark Cecere
September 27, 2018
R.I.P. my guitar player friend...
Frank D'Angelo Jr
September 27, 2018
I never got to know my cousin but am sure he left many special memories for so many people. He will be missed by family, friends and his many fans. Our sincere condolences to Joey, Vera and Fred.
Kim Strniste
September 27, 2018
R.I.P. Jimmy !!!!!
robert bruso
September 27, 2018
ain't enough words jimmy. say hi to Jamie , may the next tune be the one
robert bruso
September 27, 2018
ain't enough words jimmy. say hi to Jamie. may the next tune be the one.
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