"Jimmie was my co-worker,he would never hesitate to give me a hand out on the platform. He was quite the gentleman. He was very generous in Sharing his delicious Jersey Tomatoes with me. Just an all around nice guy. May he rest in peace. And condolences to his family."
In loving memory of
James H. Gentile
January 30, 1957 - January 31, 2021
James H. Gentile, "Jimmy Tomato," of Bellmawr, on January 31, 2021, surrounded by his loving family he passed away peacefully. Age 64.
Loving son of the late Harold "Duke" and Helen (nee Porter) Gentile. Dear brother of Carol Price (Peter III), and the late Robert Gentile (Janet Johnson). Devoted Uncle of Robert Gentile, Jr., Peter Price IV (Melissa), Cathleen Price, Christine Price, and Crystal Price and great uncle of Peter V, Aubree, Ayden, Paxton. Nephew of Shirley Dougherty. Grandson of the late Louis and Elva Porter. Preceded in death by his faithful companion "Missy."
Jim was a lifelong resident of Bellmawr, NJ. He was a member of the Brooklawn American Legion Post 72 for 25 years. His hobbies and interests include gardening his tomatoes in which he generously gave to many of his friends and family, and his love for the Phillies, Eagles and horse racing. Jim also enjoyed traveling to Phillies Spring training in Clearwater.
There will be a viewing on Thursday, February 4, 2021 from 9-11am at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Funeral Service 11am at the funeral home. Interment Bethel Cemetery, Hurffville.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Silent Epidemic, 32 Casperson Street, Gibbstown, NJ 08027 or www.thesilentepidemic.org.
Tributes
"Jimmy was always gracious to me as a co-worker and with his tomatoes. Miss you Jimmy."
"Jim was a good friend. Was there when i needed help to move. Was there when my mother died. Was a great co-worker and friend. He will be missed. "
"Uncle Jim was one great uncle to me and great uncle to my daughter Aubree and son Ayden who he loved so very much. I'm glad I enjoyed all the times I had with him. He wanted to be at home so my sister and I made sure we were there for him to be home with his family who loved him so much. I'm happy I took care of him at home with my sister and he fought hard till the end. I know your with uncle Bob and mom mom and pop pop looking down on us. I love you so much Uncle Jim ?"
"Jimmy was a really nice guy . I worked with him at the Post Office . He will be truly missed by all who knew him . R.I.P. Jimmy ."
"I met Jim when I came to Bellmawr. He was always pleasant. My condolences and prayers to the family. "
"I met Jim at Bellmawr P.O . It's funny for other than hi and bye, we had no communication--- that's until I asked him about gardening. I explained the problems I was having and he gave some suggestions. The following year he asked about my garden, I told him I wasn't doing it that year. He surprised me with a bag of tomatoes and zucchini. After that we chatted and I was just one of the individuals he trusted as his Shop Steward. It saddens me when Jim retired, for not only I wouldn't be receiving his tomatoes, I was losing a buddy. Once again I am sadden and heart- broken upon hearing his passing: but I know he is now at peace. To the Family, my condolences to you all. I pray the Lord will give you comfort and peace ."
"The time we spent at the lake house was awesome. I saw Joe?s post and it all came back to me. The games with we all got to go to . Sad to loose a wonderful cousins but you will be in pease now. You are also back with the family we have lost. May you be in peace cuz.????"
"Great photo from spring Jim "
"My deepest sympathy to Carol in your family on the loss of your brother. Always a good time Having breakfast or John'saraties for lunch always fun time. Jim I will always remember you. "
"Jimmy was more than a cousin to me growing up! I'll always cherish the memories of the summers spent fishing & swimming at the Country Lakes house of gram and grandpop Porter. You were always like a big brother to me growing up! I'll never forget the Sunday Phillies games every season spent with you, Aunt Etta & Uncle Charlie. Those are some of my favorite memories!! Rest in Peace & know that you'll be missed by many!"
"Uncle jim was truly the best uncle he was Such a loving person to his nieces.I?m so glad I was able to take care of him while he was at home. I will always remember the great times we had. You were a fighter your now with mom mom and pop pop I love you uncle jim so much."