James M. Tardanico of East Taunton, MA died from head injuries sustained in an accident while riding his 2004 Harley Davidson motorcycle in North Conway, NH on Monday afternoon August 17, 2009.
James was born at Milton Hospital on September 7, 1960. He was educated in the Stoughton Public Schools, and graduated with the Class of 1978. James and long time high school, family friend and Harley buddy, Mike Dugas, of RI were traveling along RT 112, also known as the Kancamangas Highway when James lost control of his bike and crashed into a tree.
James was owner operator of J.M.T. Excavating & Paving, of East Taunton. As a member of Operating Engenieers, Union Local 4, he was a sub contractor for Aggregate Industries.
James was the recipient of many medals, awards and trophies, for showing his Champion Staffordshire Terriers, for motor cross racing and power lifting. He also was known for his notorious gourmet cooking.
James M. Tardanico was the son of Barbara L (Norton) Tardanico and the late Guy A Tardanico, EdD. He will be sadly missed by his siblings Stephen T Tardanico of Carver, Debora DiBiasie of Saugus, Jeffrey P Tardanico of Stoughton, Helen M Doherty of North Easton, Christine M Cicero of Long Island New York, Marie E Kjelgaard of West Bridgewater and Neil J Tardanico of Middleborough. James is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and dear friends.
James loved to gather with good friends, cook, ride his Harley, train and care for his dogs and work. James was renowned for his impeccable work ethic. By his very nature he performed everything with the utmost integrity and skill. Many of his customers from south eastern MA and Cape Cod appreciated his attention to detail, kindness and warm smile.
James’s family and friends will be gathering from 2-6 PM to pay their final respects at the Farley Funeral Home on Park St., in Stoughton, MA (RT27) on Sunday, August 23, 2009. They will be honored to greet those who wish to share memories and express condolences.
On Monday, August 24, 2009 the Tardanico Family will lay their son, brother, uncle, cousin and good friend to rest in the Evergreen cemetery on Washington St in Stoughton, MA following services at the Immaculate Conception Church at 10:30 AM, Canton St., Stoughton.
Understanding James’s love for animals, the family has mentioned that donations, if one so desires, may be made to the MSPCA or the charity of your choice, in his name and would be appreciated.
Please feel free to leave a comment sharing any special memories that you had with James.
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- Jeff, Paul, Alaina, James shucking lobsters
August 21, 2009 at 11:51 pm |
We knew James through doing business with him. He work on several projects for us as well as our personal property. James was a very upstanding and respectable man. He was also a very hard working honest man. May God open the gates of heaven and welcome you with open arms James. You will be missed.
With heavy hearts,
Maria & Scott Levesque
August 27, 2010 at 12:36 am |
Dr. DiBiasie,
I was speaking with my kids (seven of them) tonight, telling them stories from years ago, and trying like hell to remember an expression this good friend from my class at the Riverton, NJ grammar school used to use to “diss” people long before “dissing” was called that. Back then, this kid named Jimmy Tardinico was a master at it. I remember he was from a big family – I was from a big family – I was born in Mass, as were my folks – he was born in Mass. I thought I’d Google him to see if I might reach him to figure out just what the hell was the put down he used.
I’ve got to think this is the same Jimmy Tardinico. If that’s the case, I’m so sorry to learn he died. He was a great kid to know back then, and I’m sure he grew up to be a great guy. He was always one of my Mom’s favorites, because he was so mentally sharp and verbally quick. I’ll remember him in my prayers.
Dan Skehan