James Wilson Miedzinski
November 29, 1938 ~ September 5, 2011
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 8, 2011 at 10:00 AM in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 from 5:00-8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD were prayers will be recited at 7:00 PM.
James Wilson Miedzinski., 72, of Hollywood, MD, died September 5, 2011 at his home surrounded by family and friends. Born November 29, 1938, in Hollywood, MD he was the son of the late Joseph Michael Miedzinski (Pappy) and Eva Josephine Miedzinski. He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Nancy Lee Miedzinski whom he married on April, 12, 1956 at St. Joseph’s Church, Morganza, MD. He was a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who loved his family. Mr. Miedzinski is survived by his three daughters; Nancy Obendorf and her husband Ralph, Sharon Miedzinski and friend Kenny, and Pam Hancock and her husband Joe, all of Hollywood, MD. He was the grandfather to Michele, Tiffany, James and Joseph, and great grandfather to Lexi and Chelsea. Mr. Miedzinski is also survived by his siblings; Charles “Snookie” Miedzinski, Eva “Susie” Owen of Hollywood, MD, Margaret Saunders of Hugesville, MD, and Cecilia Taylor of King George, VA. He was preceded in death by his siblings; Mary Agnes Huntt, Elizabeth Stone, Joseph Wilmer Russell Jr., Mary Louise Miedzinski, Joseph Miedzinski and Francis Miedzinski. Jimmy was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County and spent most of his career owning and operating Miedzinski’s Rock Creek Distributorship and the Miedzinski Bus Service. He lived life with zeal and enjoyed his friends and people he met along the way. He was best known for his quick wit and keen sense of humor that was enjoyed by all the people who knew him. He loved to crab, play cards, play the slots, he was a big Orioles fan, enjoyed watching and betting on the games. He cherished the time he spent with his family and good friends. Jimmy was very special to the many people that loved him. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 from 5:00-8:00 Pm in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD, with prayers being recited at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2011 at 10:00 AM in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be; Tony Norris, Joe Russell, Jerry Norris, Hank Hayden, CP Miedzinski, and John Chapman. Honorary pallbearers will be; Arthur Farrell and Sam Smith. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hollywood Vol. Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 79, Hollywood, MD. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A.
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“My love and deepest sympathy to all of the Miedzinski family. Cousin Jimmy was indeed a great family man. He will be missed by all..”
“Dear Pam – I am very sorry to hear that you have lost your dear father. My thoughts are with you and your family during this very sad time.”
“”Jim was a good friend.” God bless you all…”
“Nan, Sharon, Pam and Family: May God Bless each and everyone of you during this difficult time. Uncle Jimmy was a brilliant man with a heart of gold that he shared with each and everyone that surrounded him. He will certainly be missed by all, however at least we know that he is no longer suffering and is home with Aunt Nancy. We will miss him so much at crab night and at our pitch game gatherings. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“Nancy, Sharon & Pam: Many fond memories of spending time with your family and especially being around Jimmy when he still worked at the Leonardtown Laundry. My father was very fortunate that Jimmy worked with him. We boys grew up knowing Jimmy as a friend and kind of like an Uncle. You girls were like cousins to us. Great memories of visits to see your Mom and Dad and Pappy. Being around your family at Pappy’s Farm was my first memories about farm life, harvesting potatoes, helping with hanging tobacco, and really playing more than working. Great memories of the kindness your Dad and Mom showed my parents and us nine children. Most recently, Jimmy attended my mother’s funeral last September where we sat and talked. It felt so good to see him at that difficult time of our loss. My Dad is now 90 and still talks fondly of happy memories with Jimmy. Sadly, my Dad sends his condolences to Jimmy’s daughters but is unable to attend. My brothers and sisters asked me to convey our sorrow for your loss. When I think of the Celebration of Life of Jimmy, I can only picture many fine people with endless tales of friendship and love for your father Jimmy and all of you. “
“Our love and deepest sympathy to all of the Miedzinski family. Uncle Jimmy was a jewel! We will miss him greatly”
“Jim was a good and friendly neighbor, always there to help when needed. Our little neighborhood will miss his kind and gentle ways. Our deepest condolences to his family. “
“Nancy, Sharon & Pam: What a shock to learn of the death of Jimmy. I listed and sold several properties for Jimmy and Nancy. (Nancy’s mother Marie Hill and my father Henry Murphy were 1st. cousins) They were 2 of the nicest people that I’ve dealt with in Real Estate, they were special friends, Nancy a relative, just all around special, their children, in-laws, and grandchildren meant everything to them. St. Mary’s County have definitely loss a great person and the community will mourn his loss. Jimmy will no longer suffer. Our condolences goes out to all his family. We are so sorry that we will be unable to attend any of the services for him, we moved from Alabama to Florida to be close to our daughter and her family. May God bless the Miedzinski family. Love Doris & Skip”
“Nan, Sharon, Pam and the rest of the family; my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Uncle Jimmy is now pain free and with his beloved wife. Please let me know if I can do anything. God bless you all. Love you all.”
“To the Miedzinski Family: You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Jimmy and Nancy are together again and pain free.”
“To Sharon and the Miedzinski Family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. “
“Our deepest sympathy to the family.”
“To Nancy and her family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and our family. God bless you all.”
“Nan,Sharon,Pam and all of the Miedzinski family; We were so lucky to have the great parents that we had. Oh what fond memories I have from back in the day when we were so young and having the time of our lives at your Grandparents farm. If you can just think about all the wonderful moments we had this may help you all through this sad difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do please just let me know. Love & Prayers”
“To the Miedzinski Family: Now and always your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Please know you have our sincerest condolences in the loss of your loved one. Much love – Joe and Deb”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“Thoughts and prayers go out to the Miedzinski family.”
“Snookie, Shirley and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. Sincerely, Son and Elaine”
“Nancy,Sharon and Pam, our deepest sympathy to you and the family. Uncle Jimmy was a truly a good person,totally unselfish and devoted to family and friends. Eternal rest grant unto him, Lord”
“So sorry to hear of Jimmy passing. May God be with all of you during this time.”
“To the Miedzinski Family: May you all be comforted in your time of loss of such a great member of your family. I will never forget the kindness and friendship Jimmy and Nancy showed me when I lived across the street. The many times he helped me with projects at my house and the free sodas he always made sure I had. What a kind friend and neighbor. He will be missed and is a special memory. Tim”
“Pam – I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.”
“Pam, so sorry for the loss of your Dad. I’ll keep your family in my prayers. Take care. Linda”
“To the Miedzinki/Gragan family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be missed.”
“Miedzinski Family, I am so sorry about Jimmy passing, he put up a long fight. Thinking of you all – Jo Allen”
“Pam, Joe and the rest of the family, We are very sorry for your loss. May GOD give you the strenght to get through this difficult time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please let us know! “
“To All THE MIEDZONSKI Family Our sincere sympathy on the loss of Jimmy. He was a wonderful, funny and very nice person always with a smile. We hope all your wonderfull memories of Jimmy will help you through this sad time. Love and Prayers to you all Wayne and Joan”
“Nancy, Sharon, and Pam, So sorry I was unable to attend your dad’s services. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Please accept my condolance for the loss of Jimmy. I am sure that he will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.”
“Nancy, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. BIG HUGS!”
“Jimmy was an old friend. He was my Rock Creek soda man many years ago. Rest In Peace my friend.”
“Nancy, Sharon, Pam and Family: Very saddened to hear of your loss. May your many loving memories guide you through the days ahead. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Sharon and Pam: I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You are in my thoughts. “
“Sharon and Family – We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Jimmy was a great person and a very good friend who I will miss dearly, we shared a lot of good times together.”