In Florida, July 20, 2011 James Edward O'Connell, age 76 passed away at the Springs Nursing Home in South Pasadena, FL. James was preceded in death by his parents Clyde & Rita (Menard) O'Connell. James lived his entire life in Taunton until moving to Florida 30 years ago. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home in Taunton, MA. Burial will be private at the request of the family.