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James Aiello Obituary

Aiello, James J. ALBANY James J. Aiello, 94, died peacefully surrounded by his family at the Hospice at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany. He was the son of the late John and Ellen Flanagan Aiello. Mr. Aiello, an Albany native, was a practicing attorney since 1942. He graduated from Christian Brothers Academy, attended Manhattan College and New York University in New York City and graduated Albany Law School in 1941. He served in the U.S. Army as a lieutenant (1942-46). He was affiliated with his father in the wholesale produce and grocery business, and operated several public warehouses. He was also an active real estate broker. In 1967, he represented the City of Albany as its general counsel to the Albany Urban Renewal Agency, Albany Community Development Agency, Albany Department of Economic Development and the Albany Local Development Corporation as well as serving as city of Albany assistant corporation counsel. Retiring his city affiliation in June 1994, he continued his private law practice until December 1997 and served on the appeals board of the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles. He retired in 2007. Mr. Aiello was a member of: the Federal Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, Albany County Bar Association, NYS Society of Real Estate Appraisers, Albany County Board of Realtors, Knights of Columbus, American Legion, Albany Rotary Club, Menands Rotary Club (past president), Wolfert's Roost Country Club and the Sons of Italy. The widower of Barbara Childs Aiello, he is survived by his sister, Ellen A. Leonard of Albany; five children, Rev. Barbara Aiello of Concord, Mass., John Aiello (and Sylvia), Mazie Girvan (and David), Susanne Parker (and Jim) of Albany, and J. Christopher Aiello (and Lisa) of Manchester, Vt.; nine grandchildren, Kirsten and Chris Aiello (Tracy), Alexis and Julia Girvan, Ryan, Jacquelyn, Christopher and Morgan Parker and Robert Christopher Aiello.; and three great-granddaughters, Charleston, Logan and Addison Aiello and many nephews, nieces and cousins. A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 24, 2011 at The Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Albany. Relatives and friends are invited to attend and may also call at the Tebbutt Funeral Home, 633 Central Ave., Albany, Friday evening 4 to 7. Interment will be private. To light a candle or leave the family a message please visit scott-barbieri.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Sep. 21 to Sep. 22, 2011.

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Kirsty Aiello

September 29, 2011

My Dearest Pop,
There are so many words to describe the impact that you had on all of you family's lives. The compound will never be the same without you in the middle, holding all of us together. The meomories I have of you will always be with me, especially through my father. He is so much like you. During your mass, when Aunt Bobbie was talking about how you used to take your wallet out and put it on the mantle and open your home to all of the neighborhood. I now know where my fahter gets it from-all through you. You generosity throughout our lives has been immense and will never be forgotten. I know you are in heaven with Grandma, and hopefully she is making you pancakes, always throwing away the first one. Please watch over us throughout the remainder of our lives.

Dolly Childs

September 23, 2011

Uncle Jim provided so many wonderful stories of my dad with the Childs family and loved us all unconditionally. He was such an incredible, jovial man, stern at times but overflowing with love. He is missed, but I know he's having an amazing time in Heaven with my parents,Guy and Patricia, Aunt Teddy and Uncle John, and the love of his life, Aunt Barbara. It's a party up there--let's celebrate his 94 amazing years. xoxox

denise heiserman

September 23, 2011

To the family of James and and to his Judy,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. James was an amazing Man, full of life and much love for others. I felt fortunate to have had the oppurtunity to know him. He will be greatly missed

Virginia Manning

September 23, 2011

I had the privilege of meeting Mr Aiello and several of his devoted family members while visiting a friend at the VA. That his family members took the time to speak with kindness to my friend when he shared a room with Mr Aiello spoke volumes about what an example he must have set for his children and grandchildren! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Michele O'Hare

September 23, 2011

I was so sorry to hear about your dad. he was a wonderful man and I will keep him in my prayers.

September 23, 2011

To the Family of Jim Aiello,
Please accept my condolences. Mr. Aiello was a great man and a person with alot of common sense. He interviewed and hired me in 1977, at the Albany Urban Renewal Agency, now known as the Albany Community Development Agency and I am still working there. Patty Hourigan

James Ford

September 23, 2011

I remember the Sunday midday trips to the Thatcher St. warehouse or office to give Mom and Aunt Barbara a break -- chasing fire engines, the snapping of the belt (I broke my belt immitating Uncle Jim tonight, now I need red suspenders).

Thank you Peter for saying so eloquently what I am sure all of the Ford's feel.

September 22, 2011

Dear Mazie and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your recent loss. Love, The Bemis'

Robert Redmond

September 22, 2011

To the family and friends of Jim Aiello,

It was my privilege to serve with Jim as a member of the Appeals Board at the NYS Dep't. of Motor Vehicles. His thoughtful, common sense approach to the issues before us was an asset to the deliberative process. From a personal standpoint, Jim was a gentleman and someone with whom I enjoyed conversing. Please accept my sincere condolences on his passing.

Bob Redmond

Judy Catalano

September 22, 2011

Sylvia and John,
My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Love Judy

September 22, 2011

To Mazie and Aiello Families,
We want to extend our deepest sympathy to you all. Keeping everyone in prayer.
All Our Love,
The Bellairs

Tim and Kathy Blanchette

September 22, 2011

We are both very sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Aiello. Our hearts go out to his family and extended family. We know he was very important to many people. God Bless his caregiver, Judy, who brought joy and laughter to his life.

Tim and Kathy Blanchette

Mary Anne Murphy Farrell

September 21, 2011

Sue and family ....
My most sincere condolences on the loss of you Dad (& grandfather). I remember him from our days growing up in the neighborhood and crossing to school & church in front of the house.

I will be out of town, if I do not make it home in time to see you personally on Friday .... know you are in my thoughts & prayers.

May the support of your family and friends help in these difficult days .... The fond memories will be yours forever!

Peter Ford

September 21, 2011

Uncle Jim is, was and will always be the iconic figure of the Aiello family, and of the large extended family which he, Aunt Barbara and so many cherished, brave and bold ancestors forged. They are all giants, and he will be remembered, without doubt, fondly, and with lots of laughter, gratitude, and love.

Regina Perry-Goodbee

September 21, 2011

I worked with Mr. Aiello at the City of Albany Community Development Agency. Great man...

September 21, 2011

Suzie, so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. I am going to miss him on 9B Heroes Way, and also miss seeing you come in during the evening shift. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this very difficult time. Once again, my condolences and your father will be greatly missed. Kari Canfield LPN 9B Heroes Way

September 21, 2011

To the Aiello Family....your father/grandfather was much admired and will be remembered fondly by our entire office. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time....Joseph Lapinski DDS and Staff

September 21, 2011

I worked with Mr Aiello at the City of Albany Community Development Agency. He was a gentleman and an all around wonderful man. God bless and comfort his family during their time of berevement.
Deborah L. (Thompson) McGee

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

September 21, 2011

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

Tim Lindsay

September 21, 2011

Mazie,

So sorry for the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts are with you.

David and Brenda Traynham

September 21, 2011

Mazie and family
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Knowing your heart I'm confident that he was just as caring and loving as you are.
Please know that we will be holding you and the family up in prayer before our Heavenly Father.
God bless you,
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