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James "Jim" Gondola
May 2, 1949 ~ March 9, 2017 (age 67) 67 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Bill,Michelle,Miranda,Katriel&Patrick
on March 31, 2017 12:21 PM
Message from Dean Chaney
March 26, 2017 10:37 PM
Knew Jimmy from my childhood in the Canyon. Had several friends that I visited in his neighborhood. Got to know him better from my working with him at Mare Island. He a nice guy.
A candle was lit by Leida (Barrios) Mc Murphy
on March 17, 2017 11:04 AM
Message from Leida ( Barrios) Mc Murphy
March 17, 2017 11:02 AM
I am saddened to see the passing of Jim. I didn't know he had passed until late yesterday. I would have went to his funeral if I had found out sooner. Jim and I grew up together in Napa Junction. We played cow boys and Indians, had mud ball and tomato fights in the fields next to my house. We used to call him Jimmy, also Gunther. A name given him by his sister. His sister lived right next door to me in Napa Junction. He would come to visit her there and we all hung out and had some good times. Many good memories. I think the last time I saw him was at his sisters funeral, many years ago. Time went by and we hadn't seen each other since. Just once, I think on Facebook. Again, I am sorry to see he is no longer with us. I will always have great memories of our childhood together. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
Message from Butch and Denise Matison
March 16, 2017 8:03 AM
We are so saddened by the sudden loss of Jim. He was a very kind man that we really enjoyed spending time with at R Ranch. He will truly be missed. May you Rest In Peace, Jim❤
A candle was lit by Butch and Denise Matison
on March 16, 2017 7:58 AM
Message from Ron Donahue
March 15, 2017 3:20 PM
Very sorry for the loss of Jim, we were in the same apprentice class at Mare Island starting in 1968. We enjoyed good and bad times together during our careers at the shipyard, but maintained a good friendship, he will be missed. Ron
Message from Jack Davis
March 15, 2017 1:45 PM
I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy. A few weeks back I left a message for Him on the class of 67 website. When we were both about 5 or 6 years old, we both attended Donaldson Way School. There was no school facility. The district rented or bought 6 new houses in a dead end court. Each house was used for a specific grade. I started school a bit after the start of the school year. I didn't know any of the kids, and I had no school supplies. I was seated next to Jimmy Gondola. When the teacher asked all the kids to take out their Crayons from their cigar boxes, I began to cry because I had no cigar box or crayons. Jimmy told me not to cry and shared his crayons with me. Jimmy was my very first friend in first grade. Like Jimmy, I am 67 years old and have never forgotten his act of kindness to the new kid in school.......
A candle was lit by Nephew Scott Bland and family
on March 15, 2017 8:25 AM
A candle was lit by Nephew Jerry Gondola and family
on March 15, 2017 8:24 AM
A candle was lit by Dennis, Juli, Sophie & Lidia Polidori
on March 15, 2017 8:05 AM
Message from Rita Nicolas
March 15, 2017 7:47 AM
My deepest condolences to Jim's family as this very difficult time. Jim was a truly great friend and we have so many memories of the wonderful times at the ranch with him. It is hard to believe he is no longer with us. We will truly miss him and may he rest peacefully and his memory be eternal. Until we meet again my friend.
A candle was lit by Rita Nicolas
on March 15, 2017 7:42 AM
A candle was lit by John & Dee Klawitter
on March 14, 2017 8:27 PM
Message from Linda Rish Grenz
March 14, 2017 7:16 PM
Jim you were the kindest sweetest person I have ever known.I have known you since the 9th grade Ridgeview Jr.High...I have never forgotten the day you rescued me from a big bully in the 9th grade Ridgeview Jr.High(my gaurdian angel).I was so looking forward to seeing you again at our 50th class reunion...so glad we were able to have a mini reunion with the Klawitters a couple yrs ago.Now we will all have a Guardian Angel to watch over us! Until we meet again my golden friend...Rest in peace Jimmy.💔
A candle was lit by Linda Rish Grenz
on March 14, 2017 6:31 PM
A candle was lit by Sister inlaw Sandi Gondola
on March 14, 2017 3:21 PM
Message from JoAnne
March 14, 2017 3:20 PM
I will always remember Jim as my favorite coworker at Mare Island. He made the teams I led cooperative groups of people who became friends who were fun to be with. I have thought of him often and very fondly. I am sorry for your loss. He was truly one of a kind. My prayers to the family. I won't forget him.
Message from Brother Joe and Chuck
March 14, 2017 3:19 PM
Jim you were our Big Brother and WE truly respected you for that. WE love you and may you R.I.P big brother.
A candle was lit by Brother Joe and Chuck
on March 14, 2017 3:17 PM
A candle was lit by Rachael
on March 14, 2017 2:06 PM
Message from romilda
March 14, 2017 12:36 PM
Your dad was such a nice man. I'm gonna miss seeing him at the store. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
A candle was lit by don, jason, romilda
on March 14, 2017 12:32 PM
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