James A. Mazza, Sr., 65, of Maple Hill NC, formerly of Long Branch, passed away peacefully, Wednesday June 19th at home. Born in Trenton, Jim graduated Long Branch High School in 1971. Prior to graduating from the Monmouth County Police Academy in 1979 and the Northwestern School of Police Staff & Command, Jim worked as …
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James A. Mazza, Sr., 65, of Maple Hill NC, formerly of Long Branch, passed away peacefully, Wednesday June 19th at home.
Born in Trenton, Jim graduated Long Branch High School in 1971. Prior to graduating from the Monmouth County Police Academy in 1979 and the Northwestern School of Police Staff & Command, Jim worked as a Monmouth County Corrections officer. Jim then joined the Long Branch Police Department where he worked for 23 years retiring in 2002 as Detective Sergeant. During his time with the LBPD, he worked on the Underwater Recovery Team, the Bike Unit, the Street Crimes Unit, Community Policing, and led the Juvenile Detective Bureau. After his retirement Jim worked at Monmouth University for 10 years.
For many years, Jim coached Long Branch Pop Warner where he developed his passion to help the youth of Long Branch through his police work. He was a parishioner of St. Michael’s RC Church, Long Branch.
Jim was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He loved spending time with his family, particularly his granddaughter Brenley who always made him smile. He enjoyed sitting by the beach with a paper and his coffee. He will be remembered for his joke telling, his sense of humor, his smile and his mustache. Jim was a great friend to all.
Jim was predeceased by his son James A. Mazza, Jr. in July 2007. Surviving is his wife Victoria; his daughters & sons-in-law Jamie & Fred Seibel, Long Branch and Megan & Robert Bond, Verona, NC; his sister Cathy Mazza, Spring Hill, FL and his adored granddaughter Brenley Bond.
Visitation Friday June 28th 2-4 & 7-9 pm at the Woolley-Boglioli Funeral Home, 10 Morrell Street, Long Branch. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday June 29th 10:30 am at St. Michael’s RC Church, 800 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch. Burial to follow in Woodbine Cemetery, Oceanport. In lieu of traditional remembrances, donations may be made in Jim’s memory to Copline, the International Law Enforcement Officers Hotline at copline.org. For messages of condolence, please visit Jim’s page of tributes at www.woolleyboglioli.com.
Rebecca Long
left a message on June 29, 2019:
So grateful to have had the opportunity to know and love him. He was always kind to me, gave words of wisdom and encouragement I needed even in the midst of his own heart break, and never failed to put a smile on my face and make me laugh. I am so broken hearted for you all and the loss of Jim in this world, and I know he is missing you all immensely. But I know getting to be with Jimmy again brought an incredible joy to his life in eternity. Prayers and love to each of you, always.
Pat O'Connor
left a message on June 27, 2019:
Vicky and family,
Great guy will truly be missed! Now he can join Johnny O and all the other great
Cops of Long Branch!
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy. Rip in Peace my friend.
The Cleffie Family
left a message on June 26, 2019:
A candle was lit by The Cleffie Family on 2019/06/26
Jo-Anne Montanti
left a message on June 26, 2019:
A candle was lit by Jo-Anne Montanti on 2019/06/26
Tommy Cardamoni
left a message on June 25, 2019:
I am so sorry to hear that Jimmy has passed. I’ve known Jimmy and you Cathy since we were kids living on Westwood ave. and Poole ave. in L.B. I will always remember the Mazza Family. Your Dad was my Dr. Your mom was his nurse. You and Jimmy were friends on the block. Those thoughts of our times together will always be remembered. Again I’m so sorry.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bridget Grady
left a message on June 24, 2019:
I continue to pray that you will feel the comfort and strength from our Lord as you walk this journey for which we are never prepared. Lean into His loving arms for solace. His Divine Mercy will uphold you.
Carolann Gaudious McMenemy
left a message on June 24, 2019:
Please dear God watch over Jimmy. He was a good man, for MCCI and also in the Long Branch as an officer. I can picture him in the back yard, when I took care of Msgr Bradley. He would always wave to me.
Frank grieco
left a message on June 24, 2019:
So sorry to hear this went all through school with Jimmy in all of his classes became good friends. later on in life we both coach Pop Warner football together many good memories and Good Times see you on the other side Jimmy boy
Carmen Melvin
left a message on June 24, 2019:
A candle was lit by Carmen Melvin on 2019/06/24
Rick Liotta
left a message on June 23, 2019:
Jimmy and I attended Long Branch High School together. Rest in peace Jimmy.
Samuel Sapp
left a message on June 21, 2019:
Jimmy and I were teammates for LB Football and he was a great a teammate and friend as he was a man. I will miss our conversations on FB. My condolences to the family and friends....Rest Peacefully my friend.
Paul Shanahan
left a message on June 21, 2019:
Had the Pleasure to work with Jim in the 70’s At Monmouth County Jail He always had a smile on his face and a Joke for U daily U will B missed My Friend RIP
Samuel Sapp
left a message on June 21, 2019:
A candle was lit by Samuel Sapp on 2019/06/21
Colleen Hanson
left a message on June 21, 2019:
Dear Jamie,
Please accept our condolences. We will pray for you & your family as you walk through this very difficult time. May your present sadness soon be replaced by all the happy memories of your father.
Sincerely,
Colleen & Jackie Hanson
Brenda Harris
left a message on June 21, 2019:
Jimmy was a classmate of mine's and we often saw each other at the chiropractor comparing each other's aches and pain and laughing about the aging process. Well Jimmy doesn't have to worry any longer about does aches and pains, may you rest in eternal peace classmate.
John west sr
left a message on June 21, 2019:
He was a great man every time I saw him he always had a smile on his face and always had time to stop and talk to God rest her soul
Lynn Marie Rusaw
left a message on June 21, 2019:
Jim was a great man who shared a great deal with many. My memories are full of his jokes and smiles. I am grateful for the love and friendship I've share with him, Vicky, Jamie, Megan, Pat, Donna, Shannon, Brian and Little Jimmy while living in Long Branch. My prayers are full of asks for God's grace to help you all get through this extraordinary loss.
Timothy Jackson
left a message on June 20, 2019:
A candle was lit by Timothy Jackson on 2019/06/20
John Bucciero
left a message on June 20, 2019:
Rest in peace my brother in blue. You will be missed.
My heart felt condolences to the family.
Bobbi Pratt
left a message on June 20, 2019:
A candle was lit by Bobbi Pratt on 2019/06/20
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kathie Durkin Trueblood
left a message on June 20, 2019:
Jimmy was a long time friend and he will be missed. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Timothy Jackson
left a message on June 20, 2019:
To the Mazza/Williams families-I wish you my sincere condolences on the death of Jim. He was a good PO and a real good guy, he will truly be missed. I've known him since he lived across from me on Westwood ave, and I remember when he first became a cop in LB and at MU when he "retired" from LB. He was all over town and
I would run in to him at a 7/11 or somewhere in town, I am truly sorry to hear of his passing. May God bless him and watch over all of you. Please take care!
Bettie Smirh
left a message on June 20, 2019:
Vicki my prayers, love and condolences to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
WILLIAM MAGARINO
left a message on June 20, 2019:
JIMMY, RIP MY FRIEND AND BROTHER IN BLUE. SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES!!!!!!
CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY.
Tim Boyle
left a message on June 20, 2019:
God Bless ya Jimmy, I am glad we reconnected after so many years. I am going to miss all the jokes you sent me on FB. To the family my prayers and condolences. Jimmy was a great man and a great friend.
Annie Reilley
left a message on June 20, 2019:
I will never forget you my friend, my brother in blue.
Sincere condolences to the family
Debbie Bentley
left a message on June 19, 2019:
Donna, Pat and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie & Buster Bentley
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Rebecca Long
left a message on June 29, 2019:
So grateful to have had the opportunity to know and love him. He was always kind to me, gave words of wisdom and encouragement I needed even in the midst of his own heart break, and never failed to put a smile on my face and make me laugh. I am so broken hearted for you all and the loss of Jim in this world, and I know he is missing you all immensely. But I know getting to be with Jimmy again brought an incredible joy to his life in eternity. Prayers and love to each of you, always.
Pat O'Connor
left a message on June 27, 2019:
Vicky and family,
Great guy will truly be missed! Now he can join Johnny O and all the other great
Cops of Long Branch!
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy. Rip in Peace my friend.
The Cleffie Family
left a message on June 26, 2019:
A candle was lit by The Cleffie Family on 2019/06/26
Jo-Anne Montanti
left a message on June 26, 2019:
A candle was lit by Jo-Anne Montanti on 2019/06/26
Tommy Cardamoni
left a message on June 25, 2019:
I am so sorry to hear that Jimmy has passed. I’ve known Jimmy and you Cathy since we were kids living on Westwood ave. and Poole ave. in L.B. I will always remember the Mazza Family. Your Dad was my Dr. Your mom was his nurse. You and Jimmy were friends on the block. Those thoughts of our times together will always be remembered. Again I’m so sorry.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bridget Grady
left a message on June 24, 2019:
I continue to pray that you will feel the comfort and strength from our Lord as you walk this journey for which we are never prepared. Lean into His loving arms for solace. His Divine Mercy will uphold you.
Carolann Gaudious McMenemy
left a message on June 24, 2019:
Please dear God watch over Jimmy. He was a good man, for MCCI and also in the Long Branch as an officer. I can picture him in the back yard, when I took care of Msgr Bradley. He would always wave to me.
Frank grieco
left a message on June 24, 2019:
So sorry to hear this went all through school with Jimmy in all of his classes became good friends. later on in life we both coach Pop Warner football together many good memories and Good Times see you on the other side Jimmy boy
Carmen Melvin
left a message on June 24, 2019:
A candle was lit by Carmen Melvin on 2019/06/24
Rick Liotta
left a message on June 23, 2019:
Jimmy and I attended Long Branch High School together. Rest in peace Jimmy.
Samuel Sapp
left a message on June 21, 2019:
Jimmy and I were teammates for LB Football and he was a great a teammate and friend as he was a man. I will miss our conversations on FB. My condolences to the family and friends....Rest Peacefully my friend.
Paul Shanahan
left a message on June 21, 2019:
Had the Pleasure to work with Jim in the 70’s At Monmouth County Jail He always had a smile on his face and a Joke for U daily U will B missed My Friend RIP
Samuel Sapp
left a message on June 21, 2019:
A candle was lit by Samuel Sapp on 2019/06/21
Colleen Hanson
left a message on June 21, 2019:
Dear Jamie,
Please accept our condolences. We will pray for you & your family as you walk through this very difficult time. May your present sadness soon be replaced by all the happy memories of your father.
Sincerely,
Colleen & Jackie Hanson
Brenda Harris
left a message on June 21, 2019:
Jimmy was a classmate of mine's and we often saw each other at the chiropractor comparing each other's aches and pain and laughing about the aging process. Well Jimmy doesn't have to worry any longer about does aches and pains, may you rest in eternal peace classmate.
John west sr
left a message on June 21, 2019:
He was a great man every time I saw him he always had a smile on his face and always had time to stop and talk to God rest her soul
Lynn Marie Rusaw
left a message on June 21, 2019:
Jim was a great man who shared a great deal with many. My memories are full of his jokes and smiles. I am grateful for the love and friendship I've share with him, Vicky, Jamie, Megan, Pat, Donna, Shannon, Brian and Little Jimmy while living in Long Branch. My prayers are full of asks for God's grace to help you all get through this extraordinary loss.
Timothy Jackson
left a message on June 20, 2019:
A candle was lit by Timothy Jackson on 2019/06/20
John Bucciero
left a message on June 20, 2019:
Rest in peace my brother in blue. You will be missed.
My heart felt condolences to the family.
Bobbi Pratt
left a message on June 20, 2019:
A candle was lit by Bobbi Pratt on 2019/06/20
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Kathie Durkin Trueblood
left a message on June 20, 2019:
Jimmy was a long time friend and he will be missed. Please accept my deepest sympathy. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Timothy Jackson
left a message on June 20, 2019:
To the Mazza/Williams families-I wish you my sincere condolences on the death of Jim. He was a good PO and a real good guy, he will truly be missed. I've known him since he lived across from me on Westwood ave, and I remember when he first became a cop in LB and at MU when he "retired" from LB. He was all over town and
I would run in to him at a 7/11 or somewhere in town, I am truly sorry to hear of his passing. May God bless him and watch over all of you. Please take care!
Bettie Smirh
left a message on June 20, 2019:
Vicki my prayers, love and condolences to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
WILLIAM MAGARINO
left a message on June 20, 2019:
JIMMY, RIP MY FRIEND AND BROTHER IN BLUE. SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES!!!!!!
CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY.
Tim Boyle
left a message on June 20, 2019:
God Bless ya Jimmy, I am glad we reconnected after so many years. I am going to miss all the jokes you sent me on FB. To the family my prayers and condolences. Jimmy was a great man and a great friend.
Annie Reilley
left a message on June 20, 2019:
I will never forget you my friend, my brother in blue.
Sincere condolences to the family
Debbie Bentley
left a message on June 19, 2019:
Donna, Pat and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie & Buster Bentley
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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