"Sincere condolences Joanne . So to hear about Jimmy?s passing. I remember our biker days when you, Jimmy, Frank and me, Billy States and his wife, Sheila and Junior Russell would go out for a day trip or bar hop on the weekends. Jimmy was a wonderful person. Used to see him at the Gates Home Depot until moved to NC 5 years ago to be near my kids and grandkids. Frank is in NC also. Regards, Bonnie Pellegrino??????"
In loving memory of
Jim Orlando
May 11, 1947 - March 17, 2024
Jim was born on May 11, 1947 in Rochester NY, son of James and Jennie Orlando. He was one of four siblings, sisters Jeanette Karam & Denise LaRosa as well as brother, Joel Orlando. Their parents both worked, James as city bus driver and Jennie as a bank teller. Schools attended included Elementary School # 11 and East High School. His parent's work ethic influenced him and after school he worked for 35 years at Eastman Kodak, as a pipe fitter. His hard work did not stop there, he also volunteered at both Foodlink and Catholic Charities and spent his free time restoring classic cars. Jim's family and friends will miss his caring, impulsive, funny, and helpful character.
Gates: Passed away on March 17, 2024. Jim is predeceased by his parents, James & Jennie Orlando; sister, Jeanette Karam; in-laws, Joseph & Lillian Carusone. James is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Joanne (Carusone) Orlando; children, Tracy (Jay) Young, Gina (Mike) Julian & Lynn (Greg) Masceri; grandchildren, Anthony & Olivia Julian, Gianna & Tessa Masceri; brother, Joel Orlando; sister, Denise LaRosa; sisters-in-law, Rachelle Giordano, Carol Albee, Ann Carusone & Beverly Orlando; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Jim's life story will be shared during visitation, 4:00-7:00 pm on Monday, March 25 at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane. His funeral service will be celebrated 10:30 am on Tuesday, March 26th at the funeral home. Memorial donations can be made in Jim's name to the St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-6584.
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"Jim was a wonderful man. We will miss him at all the family parties. I can only hope Greg was there to greet Jim when he passed. Rest in peace, Jim. Sending many prayers and hugs to Joanne, Tracy, Gina & Lynn and the rest of the wonderful family. With deepest sympathies Shelly "