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Ignazio James “Jim” Russo

Family & friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Monday, July 25th, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Vertuccio and Smith, Home IgnazioJamesRussofor Funerals, 773 Broadway (Route 107) Revere for Ignazio James “Jim” Russo, who died unexpectedly on Monday, July 18th at his Glen, New Hampshire home, he was 80 years old. A funeral will be conducted from the funeral home on Tuesday at 9:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, 250 Revere St., Revere.

Born in Boston’s North End, “Jim” and his family moved to Revere when he was a young boy. He was educated in Revere Public Schools and was a Graduate of Revere High School, Class of 1954. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army National Guard Reserves and completed 18 years of service. Jim owned & operated the I. James Russo & Sons Carpentry Company based out of Everett for 60 years. Jim was well known to all who knew him, to be incredibly talented with his work and incredibly industrious being able to fix anything. His tireless work ethic was his very being, he loved to stay busy. He had built all three of his homes himself with his sons by his side. At times, his brothers & some of his nephews also worked with him. The only time you would see Jim sitting down was during Hockey Season. He was passionate about the Boston Bruins and watched every game with great enthusiasm. His other passion was his “Classic 1955 Chevy”. He was the original owner and it was just recently restored as if it rolled out of the “Show Room”, it was his prize possession. Jim will be missed dearly and remembered especially for his kind nature, keen sense of humor & generous giving heart.

He is the loving father of Diane H. Russo & her fiancée Tommy Connors of Everett, James F. Russo & his wife Linda of Paxton, Barbara J. Russo – Limongiello & her husband Robert of Derry,NH & Robert K. Russo of Everett. Cherished grandfather of Robert J. Limongiello, Brittnee B. Lemongiello, Michael E. Lemongiello all of Derry,NH , Maria T. Russo , Melanie Russo & Madison Russo all of Paxton. Adored great grandfather of one great granddaughter of Aubrieemay. Former Husband of the late Marilyn B. (Rossi) Russo. Longtime companion of Sharon A. Walsh of Everett. Devoted brother of Lydia DiSisto of Revere, Salvatore Russo & his wife Barbara of Beverly, Anna DeMauro of Winthrop, Charles C. Russo & his wife Darlene of Glen, NH and the late Vito M. “Sonny” Russo, Mary Longo, Alphonse C., Joseph & Michael Russo. Also lovingly survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces & grandnephews.

Visiting Hours

Monday, July 25 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Funeral Mass

Tuesday, July 26th at 10:00 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church, Revere

Interment

Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett

In lieu of Flowers, remembrances may be made to The American Heart Assoc./ American Stroke Assoc., P.O. Box 417005 Boston, MA 02241-7005

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2 Messages Send your condolences
  1. Joyce Matlock
    Jul 25 2016

    So sorry for the loss of your dad, Jim. I know he was so loving and giving to all of you and will be missed dearly. Prayers ail be said.

  2. Theresa, Gary, Em and Josh Lane
    Jul 23 2016

    Our hearts break for you. We are so sorry about the sudden loss of your dad. He was a kind, talented man who loved his family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

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To all our families, friends, and residents of Revere, East Boston, and surrounding communities of the North Shore,

We would like to announce that after 37 years of caring for thousands of families at our 773 Broadway location, on January 31st, 2023 we will be officially RELOCATING, to our new location at 262 Beach St., Revere.
On September 30th, 2022, we proudly purchased the Vazza “Beechwood” Funeral Home – DiPietro and Vazza, Inc. A name that has served families for 102 years. We feel blessed that with all of the interest, the Vazza Family chose us to carry on their century old business and family name. We will become Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals. We will continue to honor the Vazza name and continue our commitment the same way that we always have. We also look forward to having both Louis Vazza and Jessica Vazza Ferragamo alongside of us, as we come together as one.
Our reputation has always been our biggest asset. For many years people always wanted us to have a larger facility, now our facility is the largest funeral home in the area. We will be making many beautiful upgrades to allow our families to have the most elegant facility to honor their loved one.
Although this announcement is bittersweet, as we say goodbye to our home, we are forever grateful for all of you for placing your constant faith and trust in us to care for your loved one. We will continue to do what we are best known for.
Thank you for your friendship and continued support.
God bless you all.
Faithfully,

Your friends at Vertuccio Smith and Vazza.

To all our families, friends, and residents of Revere, East Boston, and surrounding communities of the North Shore,

We would like to announce that after 37 years of caring for thousands of families at our 773 Broadway location, on January 31st, 2023 we will be officially RELOCATING, to our new location at 262 Beach St., Revere.

On September 30th, 2022, we proudly purchased the Vazza “Beechwood” Funeral Home – DiPietro and Vazza, Inc. A name that has served families for 102 years. We feel blessed that with all of the interest, the Vazza Family chose us to carry on their century old business and family name. We will become Vertuccio Smith & Vazza, Beechwood Home for Funerals. We will continue to honor the Vazza name and continue our commitment the same way that we always have. We also look forward to having both Louis Vazza and Jessica Vazza Ferragamo alongside of us, as we come together as one.

Our reputation has always been our biggest asset. For many years people always wanted us to have a larger facility, now our facility is the largest funeral home in the area. We will be making many beautiful upgrades to allow our families to have the most elegant facility to honor their loved one.

Although this announcement is bittersweet, as we say goodbye to our home, we are forever grateful for all of you for placing your constant faith and trust in us to care for your loved one. We will continue to do what we are best known for.

Thank you for your friendship and continued support.

God bless you all.

Faithfully,

Your friends at Vertuccio Smith and Vazza.