James R. DeLucia, 85, of North Haven, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at his home with his family by his side. He was the husband of the late Lois Olmstead DeLucia. James was born in New Haven on December 8, 1930; son of the late James J. and Mary Papa DeLucia; had worked as a crane operator for the C.W. Blakeslee Construction Company for many years; was a member of the Operating Engineers Local #478; was an avid bowler; loving the outdoors, he enjoyed gardening, building things and just tinkering around his home. James loved his home in upstate New York, was an avid Boston Red Sox fan and enjoyed watching westerns on the television. Father of Beverly Arsenault (Richard Thurston), Sheree Alexander (Lawrence Nardi) and Karen Riccio (Shawn). Brother of Michael DeLucia (Betty), Salvatore DeLucia (Evelyn), Joseph DeLucia (Rose) and the late Nicholas DeLucia. Also survived by five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Predeceased by his son-in-law’s David Arsenault and Thomas Alexander, and his grandson Jeffrey T. Alexander. The family would like to extend a special “Thank You” to Michelle Kenniston for all the comfort and care she provided to James and enabling him to remain in his home until his peaceful passing.
Funeral services will be conducted in the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue Monday afternoon at 12:00 with the Rev. Timothy Meehan officiating. Family and friends may call from 10:00 am until time of services. Interment will follow in the North Haven Center Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart/Stroke Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005.
Chris, Christina and family-
We are very sorry for the loss of your grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. If there is anything that you need, please let us know. We are always here for you.
Hang onto all of the good memories!
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Jimmy was a friend of my youth and only brother-in-law. I am deeply saddened for his family at his loss. He will always be remembered.
Sheree, Larry and family so sorry for the loss of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Pat and Cathy Giordano
I am so very sorry Sheree to hear the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Donna Halten
I am sorry to hear about the passing of James. Please accept my condolences. We can look forward to the promises found at Isaiah 26:19 and Revelation 21:3,4. Soon, all things causing pain including death will be done away with on earth. May you find the strength to endure in the days ahead.
Dear Sheree, So sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
I am terribly sorry for your loss.
I am so very sorry Sheree to hear the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Donna Halten