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Gary Struble posted a condolence
Saturday, August 6, 2016
Papa,
Papa was a story teller. He was so good that he could have been a candidate to replace Garrison Keillor on Prairie Home Companion, that guy on public radio who tells stories about a fictitious town, Lake Woebegone, Minnesota. Papa loved to embellish and was the king of one-up-manship. The funny thing is we all loved him and will miss him terribly. Papa approached every aspect of his life the same way. He was in all the way, or not at all. As a deputy sheriff, he had the tough job of distinguishing good people in bad circumstances or good people making bad decisions and, bad people. This was very important to him because good people deserved compassion, and a friend. Papa was all in when it came to his work. He was all in when he met my mother Marie. He was all in when he met her four kids. WE here never his step-children. We were his children. He never tried to replace my Dad, was always a part of my life, but he was all in, when came to us children. Papa also realized Dad was good people, in bad circumstances. If you were good people, he was all in. Of course this meant to had to listen to his stories. He was all in when it came to conversation.
Reflecting back on the life I have shared with Papa I realized that his stories, came from the same heart as his love for the people in his life, A heart he wore on his sleeve. If you didn’t know anything else about Papa, you always knew how he was feeling. He would give until he had no more to give. He took care of my mother until her death in 2004. A feat that nearly killed him in the process. But he was all in, for the love of his life. Just like his love for his wife, he would go over the top with what was important in his life. There was no such thing as a bit of little Jimmy. Just like his immense 6’ 4’’ frame with size 14W shoes, you got all of his heart and love, when you got Jimmy, my Papa. So why were his stories so over the top, and full of embellishments? Just like his approach to everything that mattered to him, his stories came from a passionate, untamed heart.
"He Didn't Have To Be”
Brad Paisley
When a single mom goes out on a date with somebody new
It always winds up feeling more like a job interview
My momma used to wonder if she'd ever meet someone
Who wouldn't find out about me and then turn around and run
I met the man I call my dad when I was five years old
He took my mom out to a movie and for once I got to go
A few months later I remember lying there in bed
I overheard him pop the question and prayed that she'd say yes
And then all of a sudden
Oh, it seemed so strange to me
How we went from something's missing
To a family
Lookin' back all I can say
About all the things he did for me
Is I hope I'm at least half the dad
That he didn't have to be
I met the girl that's now my wife about three years ago
We had the perfect marriage but we wanted somethin' more
Now here I stand surrounded by our family and friends
Crowded 'round the nursery window as they bring the baby in
And now all of a sudden
It seemed so strange to me
How we've gone from something's missing
To a family
Lookin' through the glass I think about the man
That's standin' next to me
And I hope I'm at least half the dad
That he didn't have to be
Lookin' back all I can say
About all the things he did for me
Is I hope I'm at least half the dad
That he didn't have to be
Yeah, I hope I'm at least half the dad
That he didn't have to be
Because he didn't have to be
You know he didn't have to be
I love you Papa. Thank you for being the Dad you didn’t have to be.
Love your son, Gary.
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Linda Krepp posted a condolence
Saturday, August 6, 2016
Gary and Ann,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless You.
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Carl Ceccanti family posted a condolence
Saturday, August 6, 2016
John, our sincere condolences to you and your family your time of sorrow
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Robert and Helen Farkas and Family posted a condolence
Friday, August 5, 2016
We were saddened to hear of Jim's passing. Our sympathies go out to his family. All of us enjoyed his company and always had a lot of laughs together. He will be greatly missed.
Love, the Farkas Family
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Shirley Wright posted a condolence
Thursday, August 4, 2016
Karin and Phil - I am so sorry to hear this news. I know how close he was to you and your family and remember you telling me stories about him. Celebrate his life and the memories he gave you.
Thinking of you,
Shirley
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Joseph Chechak posted a condolence
Thursday, August 4, 2016
My niece Jeanne said it all, I will truly miss my brother in law Jim. May he rest in peace and may peace be with his family.
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John Taddonio posted a condolence
Thursday, August 4, 2016
My deepest sympathy and prayers to Jim's family. I worked with Jim for many years, so sorry for your loss. I hope that everyone's great memories of Jimmy bring you comfort at this sad time.
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Erhan Mergen posted a condolence
Thursday, August 4, 2016
Karin,
With my deepest sympathy.. May his soul rest in peace.
Erhan
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Casper J. Caceci posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
My prayers and thoughts are with rhe CIMINO FAMILY. Jim was a great guy and will be sorely missed. Casper J.Caceci (RPD).
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Steve Cappon posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
I worked with Jimmy for many years at the Hall of Justice and am thankful for the good times and laughter we shared, mostly at Jimmy's stories, he had a lot of them. I talked with Jimmy at at recent retirement party and he was enjoying life to the fullest. I never would have figured Jimmy to be a golfer, but the joy on his face showed that he was having lots of fun. I guess God needed a new Chief for the marine fire department in heaven. Rest in peace Jimmy.
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Len Pecorella posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family. Jim was a real stand up guy & a friend to all at the MCSO.
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Mary Mulcahy Farrell posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
Sister Carol,
So sorry for the loss of your brother. Prayers and sympathy to you and your family.
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Philip Witter posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
Jim,
Thanks for the memories, the smiles, the stories, the comedy relief and friendship you provided throughout the years . I will miss you.
Phil
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Rich Orsino posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
My condolences to Jim's family. I worked with Jim for over a decade and can say he was truly a legendary figure at the Hall of Justice. He was a generous, good man and will missed by everyone he knew.
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Bonnie Coleman posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
To the Cimino and Struble families I offer my greatest condolences. Jim was a very great, kind and loving gentleman. Take joy and consolation that Jim is now re-united with Marie whom he loved dearly. God bless all of you and wrap you in His healing embrace.
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Carl C Simms posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
Jim was a good man and treated his friends like family. God Bless the Cimino Family at this time.
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Kathi & Tom Popowich posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Jim's passing. Losing your Dad and now your Papa in such a short time is so heartbreaking, but you are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers at this difficult time. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. With much love, Kathi, Tom & family.
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Tuesday, August 2, 2016
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Fellow Officers of ARPALER posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
The Association of Rochester Police and Area Law Enforcement Retirees (ARPALER) sends condolences and prayers to the family of Deputy Cimino and we salute him for his service to his community. Rest in peace Brother.
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Stacy and Stephanie Krebbeks posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
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Marilynn CAmp posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Dear Sister,
My deepest sympathy at the passing of your brother. Know of my thought and prayers and that of our school families during this most difficult time. God bless!
Marilynn Camp
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Brian Kiszewski posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Sister Carol, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this most difficult time. Brian
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Debby Lester posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Dear Sr. Carol,
Our hearts are with you at this very sad time. Please know you and your family will be in our prayers.
Debby Lester and Ss. Peter and Paul School staff & families
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Patricia Freund posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Sr. Carol and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in my daily prayers this week. May the peace of Christ be with you.
Patty Freund
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Steve Olesiuk posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Everyone at Durand mourns his loss. So sorry.
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Jeanne Weber (daughter) posted a condolence
Monday, August 1, 2016
Papa met our mother while working at a security company in the mid-1970s - he was a guard, she was a dispatcher. My mom and dad had divorced and she wasn't the least bit interested, but boy, he was persistent. Hearing her voice over the radio, he simply had to go meet her, and having met her, he fell in love. That was that.
When they took us 4 kids aside and let us know they were going to marry, our lives changed forever. We had no idea just how wonderful and important this brave man was going to be to us as a family, but we knew one thing - he would do anything for his soulmate, the love of his life - including taking on shared parenting duties of us four kids.
He never once tried to take the place of our father (Bernie) and instead gave him plenty of room to be our dad, but Papa created his own place in our hearts and in our lives, and eventually, we all began referring to him as Papa, instead of Jim. He was always willing to get down on the floor with us, wearing funny hats, chasing us around making "effelunk" noises. Playing rummy and making up rules as he went, shouting "mReeee!" at the top of his lungs when looking for Mom (Marie). Adding new names to the dogs - my personal favorite was Banana-Nose Bunks.) And boy, if he got in the mood to clean? look out! Next thing ya know, there's 45 bags out at the curb and four filthy, dusty and tired kids.
He was at all our performances, games, scouting events. He cried with joy at every accomplishment, award and milestone each of us had. Every wedding, every grandchild born, every new job or degree. Throughout, Papa and Mom included our Dad in most birthday and holiday celebrations, and over time, Papa and Dad forged a brotherly relationship that lasted until Dad's death two months ago.
Papa will always have a special place in my heart - the bravery and selflessness of taking on an "insta-family", knowing that he would never have his 'own' biological children - that takes a very special person. Jumping in with both feet and a heart wide open; learning how to be a parent of a son still in diapers to a daughter entering adolescence and every thing in between, and becoming a spouse, all at the same time. Not just anyone is cut out for that kind of challenge, but Papa made it look easy as pie. Navigating the sometimes contentious and heartbreaking circumstances of working with the former spouse, the lawyers and courts, the custody battles, child-support frustrations, and yet, he (and my mother and father) maintained a level of maturity and responsibility that kept us kids out of the fray (for the most part) and allowed them to be friendly and civil through the worst of it, and true friends to each other, as time passed. It is a true testament to the heart of this man.
Papa's selfless heart and deepest love for Mom was demonstrated every day in the littlest things he did for her and for us, such as making pancake breakfasts or getting yet, another dog. Even in the most challenging times when Mom was hospitalized - for her many surgeries and procedures, during all the rehabs and long recoveries - his strong presence and passionate care-giving gave her peace and quality of life. Even to the point of taking early retirement and leaving a job he loved (Monroe County Sheriff's Family Court Deputy) so that he could have more time with her, to care for her as her physical ability to care for herself was beginning to diminish - this man, this soulmate of hers, never wavered and never lost his sense of humor, or his hope that she would one day get better.
Her sudden and unexpected death was the hardest thing he ever faced, and again, even in his devastating grief, he looked out for all of us, and we, in turn, looked out for him.
In his life without Mom, he spent time with family, helped care for his father, doted on the grandkids and grand nieces & nephews, and was always ready for a burger at East Ridge or a beer at one of our houses. His health concerns made getting out and about a real challenge for several years, until a crisis and a hospital stay, where his doctors suggested a pacemaker. My goodness, what a change! He got a new lease on life - and for the first time in years, was able to get out and enjoy his life. He began golfing and quickly developed the skill and 'proper attitude' to begin playing in tournaments. This was his new passion - if he wasn't home, he was on the golf course. Or reading about golf. Or watching golf...
Last year, Gerard and I bought our own (first) house and invited Papa for Christmas dinner - he sometimes had difficulties getting out in the colder months, still plagued by asthma (since childhood) but he told us he wouldn't miss our first Christmas in our house, and we are so glad that we had that opportunity to share that time together.
I will forever miss this amazing guy, whose stories would get taller the more often he told them. Whose willingness to help out those around him and deep compassion for the underdog moved him to tears, despite his gruff attitude and rather intimidating size. I will miss the stories of his travels with Dad, outrunning troopers (and giving them "the finger"). And of his glory days as a Monroe County Court Deputy where he had the nick-name "The Deadly Elbow". The scary stories like when a defendant jumped a table and went after a judge, and Papa helped protect him, putting his own life in harms way. Or when he freaked out when Gary (my youngest brother) climbed high into a tree, but Mom just said "hey, don't worry. He's young, he'll bounce." (Papa was white as a sheet until Gary was safely down.)
So many stories, so much life lived. Rest in Peace, Papa. Give Mom & Dad a hug for us! Continue to keep watch over us all and may you enjoy eternity in the arms of Jesus.
Jeanne
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Leon Hill lit a candle
Monday, August 1, 2016
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So sorry for your loss. Jim was a very highly respected court deputy, and a man with a very large heart. May he have eternal rest. Sincerely, Leon Hill
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Rick Heider posted a condolence
Monday, August 1, 2016
So sorry to hear about Jim. I played golf with him, Jim Lanzino and Paul Chechak as he was beginning his new adventure in golf. He truly loved the game and what it brought him. My condolences.
Rick Heider
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Bert posted a condolence
Monday, August 1, 2016
Our thoughts are prayers are with you and your family. we wish you peace during this troubled time.
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