James F. McNamara

November 22, 1947 - September 27, 2016

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McNamara
James F.

On September 27, 2016 of Washington Twp. Age 68. Beloved husband of Barbara M. (nee Gioiella). Devoted step-father of Jil Sperduto (Joe), Renee Meloro (Chris) and Louis Fiori. Loving pop-pop of Austin, Emma, Cole, Alayna and Hannah. Dear brother of Kevin McNamara (Michael).

James McNamara affectionately known as Pop-Pop, spent most of his weekends attending his grandchildren’s sporting activities. In his free time, he loved traveling with his wife, spending time with his family and fishing. Jim was smart and witty, with strong, vocal opinions and a compassionate heart. He was extraordinarily kind and generous to those he loved and those in need. An avid life-long fisherman, he enjoyed surf fishing and time on his boat with his friends. He and his wife Barbara shared their mutual love of the water through time spent at the Jersey Shore, frequent cruises, and long vacations on the Florida coast and on Cape Cod. He found immense joy being a step-dad, and especially as “Pop-Pop” to his and Barbara’s five grandchildren; a role he celebrated by being a loyal fan at their sporting events, cheerleader at the annual family Easter egg hunt, and holiday breakfast chef extraordinaire. As “Big Brother” to Kevin, he was loving, fiercely loyal, and generously accepting. He will be missed beyond words.

Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate James’ life Friday 6:00-7:30 PM where his life will be honored and remembered 7:30 PM at the Egizi Funeral Home 119 Ganttown Rd., Washington Twp. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim’s memory may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation 1034 Salem Rd., Union, NJ 07083 or to Toys for Tots 210 County House Rd., Clarksboro, NJ 08020. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.egizifuneral.com

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McNamara James F. On September 27, 2016 of Washington Twp. Age 68. Beloved husband of Barbara M. (nee Gioiella). Devoted step-father of Jil Sperduto (Joe), Renee Meloro (Chris) and Louis Fiori. Loving pop-pop of Austin, Emma, Cole, Alayna and Hannah. Dear brother of Kevin McNamara (Michael). James McNamara affectionately known as Pop-Pop, spent most ofContinue Reading

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Aunt Helen and your Guididas cousins were sad to hear of Jim's passing. We send our heartfelt sympathy to Barbara and the family, and Kevin.

My brother Jim was smart and witty, with strong, vocal opinions and a compassionate heart. He was extraordinarily kind and generous to those he loved and those in need. An avid life-long fisherman, he enjoyed surf fishing and time on his boat with his friends. He and his wife Barbara shared their mutual love of the water through time spent at the Jersey Shore, frequent cruises, and long vacations on the Florida coast and on Cape Cod. He found immense joy being a step-dad, and especially as “Pop-Pop” to his and Barbara’s five grandchildren; a role he celebrated by being a loyal fan at their sporting events, cheerleader at the annual family Easter egg hunt, and holiday breakfast chef extraordinaire. As my “Big Brother”, he was loving, fiercely loyal, and generously accepting. We will miss him beyond words. Kevin McNamara

Love and prayers coming your way. May your memories get you through this most difficult time. Love you Renie & A/Connie.

I am saddened to find that Jimmy Mc has passed. We first met while serving in the Army at Fort Meade and remained friends for many years after. In the Army years and college years he and I were constant buddies and did many zany things together but all in good fun and fun we had. I especially remember the summer when we were both in college and he lived in Long Branch - good days - or the winter night when we drove my car onto an Asbury Park street at night that was covered with sand that we didn't see... it was an eventful ride home to his parents home and needless to say we had a lot of digging to do in the morning. When we both married we went to concerts, vacationed on Cape Cod and in Pa. and hung out together whenever we could. Rita and I first looked to move close to Jim & Evie but we couldn't afford NJ and NYC was a long daily commute. Funny how the picture of Jim is the first time that I have seen him without a beard since the Army. Anyway, life put Jim and me on different paths, Rita and I had three children and that changes what we could do. It was a lot of "sorry we can't". Then there was the breakup with Evie and well, life just changes. But reading the memorials I see that Jim met someone who made him very happy and that makes me happy too. I would have enjoyed seeing him share his Grandchildren's games or gotten to know his new wife, Barbara but do know that I and Rita are so happy you found each other, because Jimmy was a special person to us and neither time nor circumstances could ever change that. So, now I will have to wait a little longer to catch up with Jimmy Mc but I know when we do get together again he will have a big welcome for me and I will be glad to see him. RIP Jim...but not to peaceful. This time you ETS'd before me.

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