James W. Baldino, Jr.
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James W. Baldino, Jr., 79, of Mission, Kansas, formally from Nutley, New Jersey, and retired to Toms River, New Jersey in 1998. passed away November 11, 2018 at his home in Mission, Kansas. A memorial service will be held at 11:00AM, Thursday, November 15, 2018 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society in Raytown, Missouri. Visitation will be held from 10:00AM – 11:00AM.
Jim was born May 26, 1939 in Passaic, New Jersey and resided in Nutley, New Jersey. James graduated from Nutley High School in 1957. After high school he tried out for the Brooklyn Dodgers. James entered the Army in 1960 and played for the Army baseball team. Because of his talent, he was the only player with just high school experience to play on the team. After serving two years in the army he came home and worked at Hoffman La-Roche Pharmaceutical until he retired in 1996. Because of his love and knowledge of sports, he became a referee and umpire
for 37 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents James (Willie Hop) and Josephine, brothers, Carmen and Pete, sisters Angie Lucchetti, Fritzie Lanno, and Marion Gingerelli.
Survivors include wife Connie (Manske) a multitude of family including sisters and brothers in law, nieces and nephews and his faithful dog, Ziggy.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Pancreatic Cancer Research and Good Shepherd Hospice of Leawood, KS.
Connie, Richie and I are so sorry for your loss. We will miss him. He was a very good friend. We wish you peace and great memories of your life together
Angie and Richie
As I bid farewell to my uncle Jim
Memories of old flood from within
On leave from the army surprising us all- I was but a child but so can recall
My mother and grandma in the kitchen that night- grandma screamed so loud she gave me a fright!
He loved his baseball and man could he play- and his love of meatballs was always on display!
He danced with my mom with such finesse- that was her Jimmy, oh he was the best
So you leave fond memories of childhood past
Rest In Peace uncle Jimmy for you are my last .
Connie, so sorry for your loss. Too many memories to mention but he was a lifetime from our homes, school, neighborhoods, Roche and you were always there. God bless you and keep you, love Lou P and Jane
Our world has lost a very special man…Jim always had a kind word and helping hand for everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with Connie and his entire family. We will miss him.
With love and sympathy,
Tom and Londa
Jimmy will be missed by all. This is “Janie Girl” saying farewell. You passed with grace and there are a million good memories you have left behind. We’ll all see you up there!!
Randy and I were blessed to be a part of your family. You and Connie shared your home graciously with both Randy and Sarah after their high school years. You were interested in the boys athletics and was always quick with praise. Your generous spirit will be greatly missed. Love you always!
Uncle Jimmy had a special place in my heart. He was an umpire in all my games growing up, and then ironically I found out years later that he was the uncle to my very best friend.
I was blessed to have spent lots of times with the Baldino family – they loved unconditionally and set the most incredible example of family unity.
My condolences and love to the entire family. This loss is such a big one and uncle jimmy will be missed but never forgotten.
I know Fritzie, Aunt Mar and the rest of the gang are at peace being reunited.
All my love xoxoxo
Thinking of you with sincere sympathy, Connie. May your wonderful memories of the good times and your love bring you comfort in the days ahead.
LOVE LOVE ALWAYS
We’re so sorry to hear the bad news about Jimmy. My dad and Jim were such good friends at Hoffman La Roche. May he rest in peace.
I always remember him on the field in nutley playing baseball. I loved to watch him play. He made the bed meatballs for our Italian night at the club house. I will miss him.
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincerest sympathies.
Dear Connie we were shocked to hear of Jimmie’s passing sorry of your loss,
our sincerest sympathy and prayers go out to you, God Bless his soul, we will keep him in our prayers.
Connie I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was such a wonderful man and never met a stranger. May your friends and family be a comfort during this difficult journey. Love Lori
Connie
I am sure that you have had a wonderful life with Jim. The slideshow showed many good times. It has been many years since I have seen you, but I have the fondest memories of the Manske family and the many times we spent together. I send my sincere condolences.
So sorry to hear that our cousin and dear friend Jimmy has passed I will always remember the good times we had together with family and all the fun we had. Connie our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
I am so sorry for your loss, I am very saddened about this. May Jimmy rest in peace and may love surround him forever. Connie my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Scott and Lynni Claeys Franklin
So many great memories starting with Roche, Rhoda Ave, all our family parties and everything in between! Countless memories of a great person but even better friend. We lost a good one but he will always be alive in our hearts. God bless you, Connie, keep your memories alive. ?
JoAnn and Russ
So many great memories starting with Roche, Rhoda Ave, all our family parties and everything in between! Countless memories of a great person but even better friend. We lost a good one but he will always be alive in our hearts. God bless you, Connie, keep your memories alive. ?
JoAnn and Russ
Our sincere condolences To you Connie & Family. Remembering you & the Good Old days @ Roche. Memories that last for a lifetime. May you Rest In Peace Jimmy.
So very sorry to hear the news of Jimmy’s passing. All the great memories of working together at Roche and the many teams we played on! Sorry Connie but Jimmy did “sneak” out on Sunday mornings to quarter back our Roche football team. He will be missed. RIP Jimmy. Rich DeLorenzo
May you forever Rest In Peace on the field that you played on.God bless you. The
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss Connie. Jimmy was a great guy, may he rest in the warm embrace of our Heavenly Father.
What a beautiful tribute to Jimmy and all of your family. My heartfelt condolences from me and my family
Dearest Connie and family and close friends,
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you who knew and loved Jimmy. He was a very loving, kind, and a great person. I will miss him very much.
Connie sorry to hear about Jimmy always with a smile and a laugh i will never forget jimmy especially referring basketball with him he was a great guy God Bless
Just happened to check out my old friend Jim on the internet. So sorry to hear of your loss, Connie. Had a lot of fun with Jim when he was officiating my high school basketball games in Wayne. I apologize for keeping him out for a few cold ones after the games. We had a lot of laughs and he was always worried about not getting home on time. I noticed a great picture of Jim sitting on our couch in our log cabin in West Milford in the video on his obit. Great memories. Mission, Kansas wow!
Deepest sympathy. A great guy!