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Bob, Matthew, and Adam Giannetti planted 3 trees in memory of James Ashcraft Jr.
Thursday, November 6, 2025
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Paul Ostrout posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Jim will be missed in Savanna Club. More than a great golfer, a great guy ! So sorry Mary Jo. Paul and Marileta
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Kristine Coakley donated to St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Inc
Sunday, November 9, 2025
Mary Jo, Denise, Becky, Elaine, Melissa and Gregg,
Please know you are all in our thoughts. We are sorry for the loss of a true gentleman.
Stacy, Maggie, Margot, Tina, Sheila and Kristine (Melissa's girls)
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Adam Giannetti donated to Habitat For Humanity Buffalo Inc
Friday, November 7, 2025
Hi Aunt MaryJo, So sorry for the loss of Uncle Jim. Our deepest condolences. Adam & Ewa
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The Nagle, Kraft, and Toth Family purchased flowers
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
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The Nagle, Kraft, and Toth Family planted a tree in memory of James Ashcraft Jr.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
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Miriam Regnet posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
So sorry to hear of Jim passing. Jim was a great neighbor for several years. I remember him as always being happy and with a great smile. I was happy to see them return from Florida in the the spring. I know he will be greatly missed.
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Diane Wilson posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear about the of Jim., he was one of my favorite people. First met him at NYCOM conference he made me feel so welcomed as well as at NYS Finance Officers meetings. Just to end his family and friends were very important to him in our conversations prayers to you all. Diane Wilson Cuba, NY
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Jeffrey Mis posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
It saddens me to learn of Jim's passing. While I haven't seen him for a long while, I will always remember Jim as a true gentleman and just a sincerely nice guy, dating back to our municipal government days. I will always remember those NYCOM conferences. My deepest sympathies to Jim's family.
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Joel Grundy posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Jim was my "go to" guy. When I competed i wanted him at my side . I was with Jim the night he met Mary Jo. He assigned me the task of memorizing the first 3 digits of her phone number. But lo and behold the next day he did not need my input . A few short years ago I experienced an extended anxiety attack. He texted me daily and dragged me kicking and screaming to another victory. I am getting very emotional as I think about his reunion with his beloved Tippy. RIP Jim. I will keep you as my "go to guy in my heart.
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Allan and Lora planted a tree in memory of James Ashcraft Jr.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
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Kasey stover posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Love you so much Uncle Jim!!!!! I will miss you so much!!!!!! You will always hold a special place in my heart, Rest in peace. Kasey Stover.
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Tuesday, November 4, 2025
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Sending our deepest condolences and sympathy during this difficult time. Sincerely,The Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina team
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Tom and Jinny Mulvey posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Mary Jo, Denise, and Becky what great memories you have of a husband and father. Jim was one of a kind, who left memories everywhere he went. He is very well respected and someone I looked up to. The memories are many: neighborhood events, golf outings, steamed clams, Optimist activities, trips to the cottages, and the list goes on. May all your memories clothe you in warmth forever. Sending our love to you! Tom and Jinny
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Denny Covell posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Jim will be missed by all especially by our golf league members and by our regular Sr league foursome Friday mornings he was always good for some laughs he was a good friend and a great guy my sincere condolences to Jim’s family Denny Covell
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Kathy Granchelli planted a tree in memory of James Ashcraft Jr.
Monday, November 3, 2025
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To celebrate the life of a wonderful man. Our deepest sympathies. Rich and Kathy Granchelli Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Dan DiRamio posted a condolence
Monday, November 3, 2025
Jim, a gentleman a great friend will sadly be missed to my friend and his family. My sincere condolences.
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Monday, November 3, 2025
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A Memorial Tree was planted for James Ashcraft Jr.
Monday, November 3, 2025
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wayne ginty posted a condolence
Monday, November 3, 2025
Our deepest sympathies to Jim's family and friends...so sad for your loss of such a good man.
Wayne and Jennifer Ginty
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Doug Nicholson posted a condolence
Monday, November 3, 2025
Jim always had a smile and a handshake if you saw him around city hall. His stewardship as Treasurer is sorely missed. My prayers for him and family.
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James Moore posted a condolence
Monday, November 3, 2025
Mary Jo my heart goes out to you & your family for your loss. Jim was a great guy, always happy. Got to know thru golf at Oak Run, played many rounds & had many beers with him. The one thing he was noted for was not being able to keep the score card right. R.I.P my FRIEND. Jim Moore
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James Alrutz posted a condolence
Monday, November 3, 2025
Dear MJ & girls, I got the news last week and still find it hard to believe, but I won't be at the Wake as we are in Durham, but there will be a Mass here at Immaculate Conception. Trust you are at peace with such a piece full man. Doc
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Dick Mullaney posted a condolence
Monday, November 3, 2025
Mary Jo & family, I am sad to hear of Jim's passing. I have many, many fond memories of shared laughs and concerns during our days at City Hall,and playing some 3 on 3 basketball games at the Y and Anna Merritt.
May your fondest memories give your strength during this difficult time. Dick Mullaney.
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