Harrington Funeral

Tom DePascale · 12-29-2009, 05:28 PM

The Harrington family issued the following statement regarding this morning's passing of Jimmy Harrington and the forthcoming funeral arrangements.

"First, on behalf of our family thanks to everyone for their well wishes and support throughout this very difficult period. The racing community is just one huge family and during times like this everyone comes together and provides a tremendous amount of support. It was Jim's wish that no flowers be sent to the funeral home. Instead, he wishes that donations be made to St. Judes Childrens Hospital. Below is the information for those who wish to attend the viewing and/or funeral."

Bizub-Quinlan Funeral Home
1313 Van Houten Avenue
Clifton,NJ 07013

www.bizub.com gives directions, hotels and everything

Thursday 12/31 2-5pm
Friday 1/1 (New Years Day) 3-7pm
Saturday 10:30am followed by burial at Laurel Grove Cemetary in Totowa

Mountainmotorman · 12-29-2009, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Tom DePascale

"First, on behalf of our family thanks to everyone for their well wishes and support throughout this very difficult period. The racing community is just one huge family and during times like this everyone comes together and provides a tremendous amount of support. It was Jim's wish that no flowers be sent to the funeral home. Instead, he wishes that donations be made to St. Judes Childrens Hospital. Below is the information for those who wish to attend the viewing and/or funeral."

Bizub-Quinlan Funeral Home
1313 Van Houten Avenue
Clifton,NJ 07013

www.bizub.com gives directions, hotels and everything

Thursday 12/31 2-5pm
Friday 1/1 (New Years Day) 3-7pm
Saturday 10:30am followed by burial at Laurel Grove Cemetary in Totowa

Here is a better link to get the info. http://www.obit.bizub.com/obitdisplay.html?id=740206

Please note: Tracey is checking the weather and this might change if this storm is going to be extra bad. Tracey does not want anyone hurt trying to attend for Jimmy. Please look for changes. They MIGHT happend.... Not for sure though...

Steve Calabro · 12-30-2009, 11:34 AM

James HARRINGTON "The Shoe" Share E-mail Visit Guest Book
HARRINGTON James "The Shoe", 48, of Woodland Park, died on December 29, 2009. Born in Paterson, he was raised in West Paterson. He resided in Old Bridge, NJ and Chapel Hill, NC before recently moving back to Woodland Park. Mr. Harrington was a Champion drag racer as well as the owner of Jim Harrington's Drag Racing School in Atco, NJ. He was a member of the NHRA (National Hot Rod Association) and the IHRA (International Hot Rod Association) and was a Sportsman Drag Racer with countless wins throughout his career.Devoted husband of Tracey Young-Harrington of Woodland Park. Beloved Daddy of Shoe-Shoe. Loving son of Leo and Anna (nee Schagen) Harrington of Woodland Park. Dear brother of Debra Bochon and her husband Paul of Clark Summit, PA, Neil Marshall and his wife Wilma of Little Falls and Diane Ramsey of North Branford, CT. Loving uncle to several nieces and nephews. Also survived by extended family and many, many friends. Funeral Services will be Saturday, 10:30 AM at the Bizub-Quinlan Funeral Home, 1313 Van Houten Avenue, Clifton. Interment to follow at Laurel Grove Memorial Park, Totowa. Visiting will be Thursday, from 2-5 PM and Friday, from 3-7 PM. As per Jim's request, please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Please visit, (www.bizub.com) for driving directions and online condolences.

12-29-2009, 05:28 PM	#1
Tom DePascale Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Sayreville NJ Posts: 471 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Jim Harrington Funeral Info. The Harrington family issued the following statement regarding this morning's passing of Jimmy Harrington and the forthcoming funeral arrangements. "First, on behalf of our family thanks to everyone for their well wishes and support throughout this very difficult period. The racing community is just one huge family and during times like this everyone comes together and provides a tremendous amount of support. It was Jim's wish that no flowers be sent to the funeral home. Instead, he wishes that donations be made to St. Judes Childrens Hospital. Below is the information for those who wish to attend the viewing and/or funeral." Bizub-Quinlan Funeral Home 1313 Van Houten Avenue Clifton,NJ 07013 www.bizub.com gives directions, hotels and everything Thursday 12/31 2-5pm Friday 1/1 (New Years Day) 3-7pm Saturday 10:30am followed by burial at Laurel Grove Cemetary in Totowa Last edited by Tom DePascale; 12-30-2009 at 09:42 AM. Reason: title change (added first name)

12-30-2009, 11:34 AM	#3
Steve Calabro Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 198 Likes: 225 Liked 43 Times in 12 Posts	Re: Harrington Funeral James HARRINGTON "The Shoe" Share E-mail Visit Guest Book HARRINGTON James "The Shoe", 48, of Woodland Park, died on December 29, 2009. Born in Paterson, he was raised in West Paterson. He resided in Old Bridge, NJ and Chapel Hill, NC before recently moving back to Woodland Park. Mr. Harrington was a Champion drag racer as well as the owner of Jim Harrington's Drag Racing School in Atco, NJ. He was a member of the NHRA (National Hot Rod Association) and the IHRA (International Hot Rod Association) and was a Sportsman Drag Racer with countless wins throughout his career.Devoted husband of Tracey Young-Harrington of Woodland Park. Beloved Daddy of Shoe-Shoe. Loving son of Leo and Anna (nee Schagen) Harrington of Woodland Park. Dear brother of Debra Bochon and her husband Paul of Clark Summit, PA, Neil Marshall and his wife Wilma of Little Falls and Diane Ramsey of North Branford, CT. Loving uncle to several nieces and nephews. Also survived by extended family and many, many friends. Funeral Services will be Saturday, 10:30 AM at the Bizub-Quinlan Funeral Home, 1313 Van Houten Avenue, Clifton. Interment to follow at Laurel Grove Memorial Park, Totowa. Visiting will be Thursday, from 2-5 PM and Friday, from 3-7 PM. As per Jim's request, please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Please visit, (www.bizub.com) for driving directions and online condolences. __________________ Steve Calabro 1199 STK, SS