James R. "Sonny" Valentino, 81, of Hampton NH, passed away Monday November 25th at home with his loving wife by his side. He was born in Lawrence, MA, son of the late Giuseppe J. and Rose "Gemmellaro" Valentino. James was raised in Lawrence and later was a graduate of Central Catholic High School. He was the President of Universal Fence Company and a heavy equipment operator, member of Local 4. After retiring he enjoyed his time at the beach in Hampton and Florida.
James is survived by his wife Jacquelyn Fay Valentino of Hampton, NH, daughter Mary Lynn Hackett and her husband Barry of Westborough MA, sons Joseph Valentino and his wife Lisa of Benson, NC, James Robert Valentino, Jr. of Goldsboro, NC, Christopher Valentino of Fairhaven, MA, step daughter Mrs. Trisha (Murphy) Etter, of Merrimac, MA, sisters Mrs. Dorothy Rosenberg of Seabrook, NH and Mrs. Angelina DiLorenzo of Haverhill, MA, 13 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister Elizabeth Greenglass.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours Friday November 29th from 4-7 PM at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home 233 Lawrence Street in Methuen. A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday November 30th at 10 AM at Corpus Christi Holy Rosary Church in Lawrence with burial to follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Methuen. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in James' honor may be made to Rockingham VNA and Hospice 137 Epping Rd, Ste F, Exeter, NH 03833. Mr. Valentino's family would like to extend a heart felt thank you to the Rockingham VNA and Hospice for their care and compassion in this difficult time. Online condolences may be made at www.pollardfuneralhome.com. The Pollard Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the Valentino family.