Obituary of James Chester Senkalowski

SENKALOWSKI, JAMES (JIM)    It is with immense sadness we announce the passing of our Beloved Husband, Father, Papa, Brother, Uncle and Friend. With his families embrace, God welcomed him into his arms on Thursday, June 2^nd 2022 in his 73^rd year.  

Cherished and loving husband of Jo-Ann (Duffield) for 46 years.  Irreplaceable father of Sabrina Napoli (Enzo). Predeceased by Michael Grant Senkalowski who he is now reunited with in heaven. His pride and joy were his grandchildren, Luca and Sophia Napoli, who adored their Papa.

Predeceased by his parents Jadwiga and Marian Senkalowski.  Dear stepson of Janine Senkalowski of Winnipeg.   Honored brother of John Senkalowski (Alice) of Smithville, Joe Senkalowski of B.C., and Eva Bima (Martin) of Winnipeg.  Valued Brother-in-law of Ann Marie Erkelens (Anthony Falcone) of Burlington. 

Treasured by extended Napoli family Cosimo, Teresa, Frank, Frances, Cassie and Matthew. Remembered by his nieces and nephews Christine Morwood, Liane McIntosh (Brent), Matthew Senkalowski (Jovana), Daniel Senkalowski, Terri Erkelens (Pete Durastanti), Chris Erkelens (Erin), Lisa Schultz (Dave), and their loving families.

Jim was blessed with many friendships; among those were his lifelong friends Jim Allez, Ken McGuinty and Aaron Hurst.

Family and friends will be welcomed at the Vineland Chapel of TALLMAN FUNERAL HOMES, 3277 King Street, Vineland, on Tuesday June 7^th from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.  A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, 135 Livingston Avenue, Grimsby on Wednesday, June 8^th at 12:00 p.m. Cremation to follow. 
 

To view the livestream of the Funeral Mass, please follow the link HERE.

We are forever grateful to Dr. Julian Owen, and the neurological team at the Hamilton General Hospital for their expert care, kindness, and efforts to save Jim’s life.  The nurses that cared for Jim were angels on earth, they cared for him beyond our expectation, and exuded an unwavering compassion and empathy.

The love and prayers of our many friends gave us strength daily.  We are eternally humbled.

In lieu of flowers, we ask that you donate to your local food bank or charity of your choice.

“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, you are loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure” Unknown