James M. Panciera's Obituary
James M. Panciera, 68, of Stafford Springs, CT, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. He was born in Stafford Springs, CT, son of the late Edward and Dorothy (Vail) Panciera. Jim recently retired from Flex Tronics as a machinist. He was a devoted family man who always enjoyed family picnics and Sunday dinners. He lived his dream of raising his family in the log cabin he built with his own hands. He was a fixer and a doer and he always provided for his family. He made life fun and light hearted. He was also a kid at heart who loved to play with his nieces, nephews and grandchildren. Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years, Martha Panciera; son and daughter-in-law, Stephen Panciera and Sarah Bacchiochi; two granddaughters, Alice and Claire; three siblings, Harold Panciera and his wife Lorraine, Donna Tyrrell and her husband David, and Dan Panciera and his wife Marcia; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his daughter, Melissa Panciera. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 from 5-7 P.M. at Introvigne Funeral Home, Inc., 51 East Main St., Stafford Springs, CT. Burial will take place privately. Memorial donations may be made to the Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation of Stafford, P.O. Box 25, Stafford Springs, CT 06076. To leave a condolence online for the family, or for directions, please visit: www.introvignefuneralhome.com
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