James Michael Lannon

1953 - 2013

James Michael Lannon obituary, 1953-2013

BORN

1953

DIED

2013

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James Lannon Obituary

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James Michael Lannon, 60, of W. Halifax, VT, formerly of Ludlow, VT, passed away on Friday, Nov. 22, 2013 at Dartmouth Hitchcock Hospital in Lebanon, NH after injuries abstained in a tragic accident. He was born June 16, 1953, the son of William H. Lannon and Emma (Rahulka) Lannon.

Jim was educated at Black River High School and Johnson State College. He traveled extensively after college for ten years. It was in South America that he met his lifelong friend Henk den Boer. Jim recently returned from a visit to Netherlands to visit Henk. He was employed by Pelican, formerly Hardig, for 30 years. Jim considered the Hardig's as family. He enjoyed sports, was an avid Red Sox fan attending many games. He was also a member of the Ballard Hobart American Legion in Ludlow. Jim was thought of as a quiet, gentle, caring man who enjoyed people and talked to everyone. He never forgot to show his love for his nephews, on special occasions.

He is predeceased by his father, William Henry Lannon.

He is survived by his mother, Emma Lannon of Ludlow; a brother, W. Jon Lannon of Ludlow; a sister, Lee Ann Lee of South Burlington; a niece, Jennifer Ann Lee of Austin, Texas; two nephews, Dexter and Miles Bellee of Austin, Texas, as well as many friends and his beloved, and well trained cats, Tigie and Fluffer Nutter.

There will not be calling hours. Services will be in Ludlow, VT in the summer. The Ker-Westerlund Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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December 11, 2013

John Albano

Mrs. Lannon, Lee Ann and Jon, I recently learned of the loss of your son and brother so please accept my belated condolences. One of my favorite memories of Jimmy is at the age of 12, he and my brother Joe battled it out for the Little League Batting Title. My God bless and keep Jimmy in his care and may you always cherish your memories of him.

December 8, 2013

Emma, Jon, Lee Ann...sending healing thoughts and prayers to all of you at this terrible time. I am so sorry...there are no words. My personal memories of Jimmy are of pushing him in a stroller down Pleasant Street and hoping he didn't cry! Thinking of all of you...sheryl kesman tepper

December 8, 2013

lee ann lee

The Lannon family would like to thank everyone for their condolences, kind thoughts and words of praise for Jim. During this very difficult time it is comforting to know that he had so many friends that thought highly of him and brought joy to his life. He will be missed by many.

We will have a service in Ludlow sometime during the summer. Please watch the paper for an announcement... we hope to see you there. You can contact Emma at 727) 864-4402 now or 802-228-2412 in May.

The Lannon Family

December 3, 2013

Robert Barber

Jimmy, you will be missed by so many. Always with a smile you touched so many. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

November 30, 2013

shannon endicott

My sincerest condolences for Jimmy's family. I will miss him. He could always find a way to bring a smile to my face on the worst days.

November 29, 2013

We are sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Mike and Paula Lannon

November 29, 2013

Tim Cummings

My condolences to the Lannon family. Jimmy will be very missed, he was great person and friend.

November 27, 2013

Sue Stacey

Emma, I am so sorry for your loss, please know my thoughts & prayers are with you. Sue Stacey @ Family Dental

November 27, 2013

Todd & Jen Benoit

Prayers to the Lannon family. We just met Jimmie this past summer and enjoyed his company , his smile and his laugh. He made always made us laugh, so glad to have met him and saddened that he's gone. He'll be missed a lot.

November 27, 2013

Robin Sisum

Emma and family, my deepest sympathy for your loss. Jimmy was the best.

November 27, 2013

Greg Kathan

My heartfelt condolences to the Lannon family. Jim and I would make Mrs. Flander's morning newspaper our last delivery and (with Prince's help) devour a baker's dozen of her freshly made doughnuts. It's one of many great memories. You couldn't talk to Jim without smiling.

November 27, 2013

Dennis Kelly

Sorry for your loss Emma. I had fun taking your car down to you and listening to Jimmy talk about stuff all the way down. He was always a good person to talk to at work and he'll be missed. Sorry to you and your family.

November 27, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a good friend and co-worker. He will be greatly missed. Ken Dziuba

November 27, 2013

Ardis Clark

Emma, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless!!!

Ardis Clark Ocala, Fl.

November 27, 2013

Dave Tetreaut

My sincere condolences to the Lannon family. I first met Jimmy getting coffee one morning years ago when I worked in Whatley MA and from that day on I truly looked forward to early mornings to get my morning chuckle!! A bad morning would soon get better with that morning visit. Super guy that will b missed!!

November 27, 2013

Art Ziener Jr.

Emma and family,
I was deeply saddened to learn about Jim's death. May God bless you and comfort you through these difficult days.

November 27, 2013

Emma sorry for your loss Don Downs

November 26, 2013

Sandee Gendron

Emma, I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

November 26, 2013

My condolences to all of his loved ones. He will be dearly missed. I am greatful to have met this sweet man and to have called him a dear friend. May he Rest In Peace. Melissa

November 26, 2013

Valerie Roundy-Collins

Aunt Emma cousins Lee Ann,Jon and family,
We are thinking of you during this difficult and sad time.
So sorry for the loss of Jimmy. He was a very special person.
He touched so many people in his lifetime.
He will be missed dearly.
With thoughts of peace and courage for you all.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
love you cousin Jimmy!!

November 26, 2013

Cathy Underwood

Jimmy I will never forget you......

November 26, 2013

My heartfelt sympathy to Jimmy's family.
Rest peacefully jim, you brightened everyones day.
you are missed dearly. I enjoyed working with you at Hardigg. I'm sure you'll keep heaven smiling.
Hey... hey.... heh.....Jimmy.....

November 26, 2013

Cathy Underwood

My deepest sympathy to the family of Jimmy I worked with him for many years and I just love him he will truly be missed he was one of a kind I love you J.L.

November 26, 2013

Amanda Martin

Emma, Lee Ann, Jon and Family,
Gary and I were so sorry to hear of Jimmy's tragic accident. We both have fond memories of Jimmy and his antics while in school. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Gary & Mandy Woodell Martin

November 26, 2013

Yvette & William Judd

our condolences and prayers to Emma and family, Jimmie was a very good true friend of ours and very much missed. .

November 26, 2013

Tom Drumgool

Very sorry for your loss. I worked with Jimmie for 29 years at Hardigg. He was a wonderful character and a good friend.

November 26, 2013

Donna Ellison Hawes

Emma and Family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. It brought back alot of childhood memories growing up on High Street, such as our dog Prince working the paper route everyday with Jimmy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

November 26, 2013

susi taylor

My condolences to Emma, LeeAnn and family. Jim will be missed by many. I am sorry for your loss.Susi Taylor & Allan Hunt

November 26, 2013

Lynn Goodrich Moonen

My deepest condolences to the Lannon family. Jimmie was a classmate that made my days at BRHS fun, happy and always unexpected. R.I.P. Jimmie!

November 26, 2013

theresa beckwith

my thought and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow

November 26, 2013

Henk den Boer

My condolences to Mrs. Emma Lannon and Lee Ann and Jon and also Jennifer.
It is hard to imagine a world without Jim and his humor. I'll miss him.

Posted by Henk den Boer

November 26, 2013

Emma,LeeAnn,and John.Very sorry to hear the news today.I remember a lot of good times with Jim from playing wiffleball at the Tofferis to hanging out at skunk rock.The Martel family extends our sorrow.
Steve Martel

November 26, 2013

Patty Clark

So sorry to hear of Jim's passing, cherish your memories and find comfort in them. Thinking of you all.

November 26, 2013

Pam Plumb

I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are for you all at this sorrowful time.

November 26, 2013

Leigh Tofferi

I am so sorry to hear the tragic news about Jim. I treasure the many childhood memories I have about Jim from growing up next door to the Lannon family. My sincere condolences.

November 26, 2013

Emma, Lee Ann, Jon and Family:
I was so sorry to hear of Jim's passing and send my sincere sympathy to all. May you find comfort in all your good memories. Sending hugs,
Georgia Wyman

November 26, 2013

Sincere condolences to the Lannon family.
Bob Tofferi

November 26, 2013

Joy Parker Donnelly

Emma, Lee Ann, Jon and family--Thinking of all of you with sympathy at this difficult time.

November 26, 2013

Jim Houle

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

November 26, 2013

My condolences to Emma and all the Lannon family for their loss. I remember all of the wonderful times I had growing up on High Street in Ludlow with Jim, his brother Jon, and sister Lee Ann.

Jerry Tofferi
Clarendon, VT

November 26, 2013

Bob Gaydo

My sympathy goes out to Jim's family. I have many fond memories of growing up (and getting in trouble) with Jim. May you rest in peace old friend.

November 26, 2013

I was so saddened to hear of Jim's tragic accident. We all grew up together on High Street in Ludlow and I have fond memories of those days. My condolances to Mrs. Lannon-Emma, and to his sister Lee Ann and brother Jon. May those good times sustain you in your time of grief. Most sincerely, Cindy Tofferi Roberts

November 26, 2013

Tony Valente

My friend and classmate. Our senior class president and resident jokester. Rest in peace "J-Rock".

November 26, 2013

Please accepy my sincere condolences to all of you in this time of grief. I hold many happy memories from childhood

and the whole gang on High Street.

Rick Hains
Street.

November 26, 2013

Lionel Gagnon

My condolences to Jim's family. Jimmy and I worked together at Harddig for 10 years and I am proud to call him my friend. He will be missed.

November 26, 2013

Steve Graves

My sincere condolences to Jim's family and friends.

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