James V. Neufell

Bedford - Mr. James V. Neufell, of Bedford, formerly of Waltham, died Monday, September 6, 2010 in Deutsches Altenheim German Centre for Extended Care in West Roxbury. He was 84.

Jim was born on September 22, 1925 in Waltham a son of the late Philip and Grace (Williams) Neufell. He was a graduate of Waltham High School and lived many years in Waltham before moving to Bedford in 1968. He was a United States Marine Corps veteran of World War II at battles of Saipan, Tinian, Roi-Namur and Iwo Jima.

He began his career with the City of Waltham Fire Department in March of 1947 and worked for over 33 years before retiring in 1980. His last 10 years with the department were spent on Engine 3. Jim also founded Heritage Glass and Mirror Company on Marrett Road in Lexington more than 40 years ago. Though retired from the day to day activities he was in the office until very recently.

Jim was a member and Past Master of the Simon W. Robinson AF & AM Lodge of Masons in Lexington and the Disabled American Veterans in Bedford. An avid horticulturist, Jim enjoyed working in his greenhouse tending to his flowers and gardens. He and his family summered in Moody, Maine for over 60 years and he treasured the many memories and friendships that he developed at his second home.

His wife, Angelina (Tomao) Neufell died June 26, 1987. He was also predeceased by his siblings, Paul Neufell, Theresa Varriale, Katherine Lorenzo, Lena Collentro, Virginia Neufell, Pauline Zammuto, Mary Desmond and Philip Neufell.

Jim leaves his children, James V. Neufell, Jr. and his wife, Francine, of Wayne, New Jersey and Judith N. Karr and her husband, Gregory, of Dover; three grandchildren, Danielle Neufell of Wayne, NJ, Alden G. Karr and Bailey J. Karr, both of Dover; his brothers and sisters, Timothy Neufell of Billerica, Charles Neufell of Waltham, Ann O’Reilly of Belmont and Mildred LaJoie of West Newton and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends will honor and remember Jim’s life by gathering for calling hours in The Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte.20), Waltham on Thursday, September 9th, from 4 to 8 p.m. and again at 9 a.m. on Friday morning before leaving in procession to Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted Church, 880 Trapelo Road, Waltham where his Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Shawsheen Cemetery, Bedford.

Jim's family extends a word of special thanks to the staff of the German Centre for Extended Care for the exemplary and compassionate care shown to Jim and his family during his stay at the home.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations in Jim's name may be made to the Deutsches Altenheim German Centre for Extended Care, Attn. J Clark, 2222 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132.