WESTFIELD – James E. Shea, 82, passed away at home Friday, May 16, 2014 with his children by his side. Born in Westfield, Jim was a lifelong resident and attended local schools.
Before his retirement, he was a Meter Reader for the Westfield Gas and Electric Company for 10 years. Prior to that, Jim was a heavy equipment operator for the Westfield Water Department for 30 years. Jim was a communicant of St Mary’s Church, a member of the American Legion Post 124 “Foxhole” Club, and a member of the Sons of Erin, all in Westfield. He enjoyed vacationing in Wells, ME, golfing, and horseshoes.
Jim was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Claire (Courtemanche) in 2008; his sister. Helen Webster, and his brother, T.R. Shea. He leaves 2 children; his son, Jimmy Shea and his wife Jaclyn from Dacula, GA and his daughter, Donna Wisniowski and her husband Glenn of Westfield; 5 grandchildren, Jessica Maynard of Westfield, Nicholas Wisniowski of Westfield, A.J. Shea, Cole Shea, and Jack Shea of Dacula, GA; one great-grandchild, Claire Maynard along with many nieces and nephews. Jim’s family would like to thank the staff at the Westfield Arbors and at Life Choice Hospice for their great care.
A funeral mass will be held Friday, May 23, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church in Westfield. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Calling hours are omitted. The Robert E Cusack Funeral Home, Westfield, is assisting the family with arrangements.
