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James M. Souza

12/21/1965 - 09/26/2010

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Obituary For James M. Souza

James M. Souza, 44 of Forestdale formerly of Rockland died suddenly on September 26, 2010 at his mother’s home in Sandwich. He was born in Taunton and was raised and educated there and in Rockland. He was a graduate of Rockland High School. Jim received an Associates Degree from Quincy Jr. College and later a Bachelors Degree in Economics from U. Mass. Boston. He had been employed as a lending analyst for Rockland Trust Co. for several years and he also worked for his brother at the Five-Bays Bistro in Osterville. Son of the late Michael P. Souza, he is survived by his wife, Shirley A. (Mills) Souza and their children, Joshua J. and Kristen E. Souza all of Forestdale. His parents, Frances (Nasise) Krusas and her husband James of Sandwich and his brother, Timothy M. Souza and his fiancé Angela Lounsbury of Forestdale. Jim was the uncle of Timothy J. Souza. The Souza family welcome friends and loved ones to celebrate Jim’s life on Thursday, September 30, 2010 at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND from 5:00-8:00PM. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, October 1, 2010 at 9:00 AM at Holy Family Church. Burial will follow in Sandwich Town Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to the Souza Children’s Fund c/o Rockland Trust Co. 288 Union St. Rockland, MA. 02370.

Services

30 Sep

Visitation

17:00 PM - 20:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
1 Oct

Mass of Christian Burial

09:00 AM

Holy Family Church 403 Union St. Rockland, 02370 Get Directions »
1 Oct

Interment

12:00 PM

Sandwich Town Cemetery Sandwich, MA Get Directions »
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  • 05/25/2021

    There really are no words that can convey my emotions at a time like this. Sorrow and grief don't even come close. My heart is broken. I haven't been a part of Jims life for a long time, but the bond that we shared growing up together was a strong one. The years that have passed have not diminished the love and respect that I have always had for Jim. To pick one happy memory to share would not be possible. Every time we got together, a good time was had. Jim loved life and that came through in everything he did. We have lost a truly great man. Frances, Big Jim, Tim, Shirley and the kids, my prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Love... Jon Rei

  • 05/25/2021

    Timmy, Angela and Family No words can express the heartfelt loss you are going through. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.

  • 05/25/2021

    My deepest and most sincere sympathies go to Jimmy's family. I am completely shocked by the passing of Jimmy and I pray that happy memories fill your heads and hearts at this time and always. I remember Jimmy as the "wild child" in High School (in a good way!) And at our 25th reunion he was cutting the rug like crazy...he had a good time and will leave all of his classmates with a big smile as we think about what a fun guy Jimmy was! Rest in Peace, Jimmy!

  • 05/25/2021

    Timmy, Angela and Family, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family. Sincerely, Wendi & Wayne Regan

  • 05/25/2021

    Frannie and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. No words can explain . Please know we are praying for all of you and holding Jimmy in our hearts. God Bless. Jill

  • 05/25/2021

    The world has gotten a lot less brighter without your smile James You will be missed my Friend

  • 05/25/2021

    Fran and Family, Fran - we worked together at Dunkin', but I knew Jimmy from the Ninety-Nine Restaurant in Easton and didn't know he was your son. He was a cook and I was a waitress when we were in our mid twenties. Jimmy, myself and the other Ninety Nine staff had some great times together. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Janet

  • 05/25/2021

    Fran, Big Jim and family, There are no words to say how sorry we are to hear of your loss. You are in our thought and prayers. If there is anything we can do to help you during this time please let us know.

  • 05/25/2021

    To the Souza Families; I am terribly saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. He was a great friend back in high school. I was happy to see him again at our 25th class reunion a couple of years ago. I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in Peace Jimmy

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry to hear about your son. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. With deepest sympathy,

  • 05/25/2021

    Such a shame. Jimmy was always fun to be around. He was always smiling and never ina bad mood. Thats what I remember from High School. He was truly a nice guy. Deepest Sympathy for his family and friends. Paula Perry

  • 05/25/2021

    To the Souza Family, We are so saddened by your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. We are especially thinking of Kristen and Josh. Nicole and Greg Kennedy & Ricky and Nicholas Amsel

  • 05/25/2021

    My very deepest condolences to all of Jimmy's family. While there are no words of comfort to relieve the loss you all share, I hope knowing that Jimmy was loved by so many and will be greatly missed helps to ease some of you sorrow. Eleanor Hopewell

  • 05/25/2021

    To the Souza family - My deepest sympathy to you all. I was sadden to hear about Jimmy. I last saw Jimmy at our 25th class reunion... I was so glad he decided to come. It was great seeing him!! Lots of great memories of him. Tricia Gallagher

  • 05/25/2021

    Words can not describe the pain and devastation I felt when I heard that Jimmy had passed away. I've lost one of my best friends and I will never forget all the great times we had together over the years. My deepest and most heartfelt sympathies go out to all of his family, especially to Josh & Kristen. I know your dad loved you with all his heart because he told me many times how much he loved you both! Jimmy, you may be gone in body, but your spirit and memories will be with us forever! Rest in Peace my friend

  • 05/25/2021

    Nora and i wish to send our deepest sympathy and condolences. jimmy was one of the finest men i have ever known and i am deeply saddened by his loss . i pray that god be with all of us in this time of darkness and that he takes jimmy into his heaven and blesses him with eternal peace. i will always cherish the memories of the times we spent together. his kindness, generosity and ability to bring peace and happiness to other people were truly a blessing .

  • 05/25/2021

    So sorry for you loss... Jimmy was a funny and happy person. I remember the great time at our 25th reunion.. Rest in peace Jimmy

  • 05/25/2021

    We are deeply saddened to learn of Jimmy's passing. We will always remember Jimmy for his love of life, he could light up the darkest room. We are heartbroken to learn of this tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Souza Family. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help. Love, Adam and Paula Doerfler

  • 05/25/2021

    May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.

  • 05/25/2021

    Very sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. Always enjoyed seeing him at the Sandwich sport fields supporting the kids. Deepest condolences. Brian and Amy Moniz & Family

  • 05/25/2021

    We are so deeply sadened by the loss of Jimmy, especially for his much loved children, Josh and Kristen. Jimmy loved his children tremendously and was always there to root them on in their sports and activities. Jimmy will be missed dearly by his baseball family. Thoughts, prayers, and much love during this very tragic and difficult time. Anne, Bob, Brian, and Carolyn Bradley

  • 05/25/2021

    I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. With deepest sympathy- Kathy

  • 05/25/2021

    Dear Souza Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a great guy. Always had a big smile and a kind word to say! I hope you hold all those happy memories of Jimmy in your hearts and find comfort and peace in the days ahead. My brother Bob worked with Timmy and Jimmy for years on the cape and he always had funny stories to tell about Jimmy. Jimmy will be surely missed by all, but never forgotten! Karen (Sances) Graziano

  • 05/25/2021

    HAPPY EASTER JIMMY, WISH YOU WERE HERE TO SHARE IT WITH US. WILL BE THINKING OF YOU.

  • 05/25/2021

    We are born...we live...and we depart! Life is precious...Memories are made...now take time to heal the heart, mind, and soul, but most of all remember this "We will all be reunited agian some day" God Bless you all. Cousin Andrea, son, James, and daugher, Amelia Tuttle

  • 05/25/2021

    My deepest sympathies go out to The Souza family. The world is a sadder place without him. He will always be loved and never forgotten!

  • 05/25/2021

    Rest in peace Jimmy, I will always remember your smile,.To the souza family I am so very sorry for your loss.

  • 05/25/2021

    Dear Frannie & Family, Though it has been too many years that have passed, Sending Love & Blessings to both of you. Jimmy looks so much like he did when he was little. I am deeply sorry for your unexpected loss. Love, Anita & Family

  • 05/25/2021

    Tim & Family- I was very sorry to hear of your loss. I'm sorry that I was not able to make the services but wanted to pass along my condolences. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

  • 05/25/2021

    I want to pass along my deepest sympathy to all of Jim's Family. We worked together in the same office for a number of years and it was my pleasure to know him. I will miss him.

  • 05/25/2021

    I remember Jimmy as being a cool and confident guy with an awesome car, we used to drive around and have deep discussions on how I thought how big that Madona was going to be, which he adamently disagreed with! How wonderful it was to be young and without a worry in the world. I liked when he decided that my life of luxury must end and that I should get a job to which he went out and got me one! Never thanked him for that, I loved working at the Village Steak House. Jimmy was a great guy, I loved him very much and I am so grateful to have met him!

  • 05/25/2021

    Jimmy was one of the liveliest, quick-witted, full of life men I knew when growing up with him as my cousin. He always had a warm ready smile and a zest for life unique to him whenever I got together with him. His passing away came as a great shock to me. I cannot even begin to imagine how his family---Frances, Jim, Tim, Shirley and his children---feel with the loss of someone so well and truly loved. My thoughts are with you all in grieving for Jimmy's passing on from this world into Heaven to be with with his Fathers before him.

  • 05/25/2021

    Hi Fran, I am so sorry about your loss. My thoughts are with you are your family.

  • 05/25/2021

    Always a leader. Always smiling. I have great memories working with you at fridays and The Village Steak House. Seen you a couple years ago and you bought me a drink. I will miss you

  • 05/25/2021

    Jim was a great guy and a very good chef. I will always remember the great times we had at the Easton 99 restaurant.he will always be remembered with good memories.My thoughts and prayers go out to Shirley and the entire family and friends that will truely miss a great guy peace to you all.

  • 05/25/2021

    May God be with you and your family at this difficult time. May you and your family be strong, God will always be there for you. Love Always, Cheree

  • 05/25/2021

    In the Bible, John 5:28,29 and Acts 24:15 assure us that those who have fallen asleep in death have the wonderful hope of living again. Also take comfort in Revelation 21:3,4 where we are told all sickness, pain, death, mourning and outcry will all be things of the past, gone forever. Take comfort in these wonderful promises.

  • 05/25/2021

    To Shirley, Joshua, Kristen and the Souza Family. Deepest sympathies to you all on Jimmy's sudden passing, will keep you all in my prayers.

  • 05/25/2021

    Tim and Family, We have lots of fond memories of Jimmy behind the bar at 5 Bays entertaining everyone with his quick wit and welcoming smile. He will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Jamie and Beth

  • 05/25/2021

    We were deeply saddened by the news of Jim's passing. Although no words can really help to ease your loss, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. Josh and Kristen - we are all holding you close in our hearts. Walter, Martina, Zach and Cait Mehl

  • 05/25/2021

    So saddened and heartbroken for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We can't stop thinking about Josh and Kristen.

  • 05/25/2021

    I worked with Jim and Tim at the Village Steakhouse in Weymouth in the late 80's . So sorry for your loss , he was a great guy.

  • 05/25/2021

    I am very sorry for you loss. my thoughts and prayers are with you now and always

  • 05/25/2021

    To Fran, Big Jim and Timmy, I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy my heart goes out to you all and to Jimmys children! He was a great guy we had alot of fun together and you are a wonderful family! I am in shock and can not beleave he is gone. God Bless Lisa

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