James A. Rinaldi

James A. Rinaldi, 80, of East Longmeadow, passed away on November 10, 2023 at Baystate Medical Center. James was born in Springfield on January 6, 1943, the son of the late Angelo and Rose (Vecchiarelli) Rinaldi. James was a graduate of Springfield Technical High School and he also graduated from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, MA. He proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corp during the war. He was employed for many years at Williams Distributing Company and retired after many years of service. James enjoyed golfing, fishing but most of all he loved his family. He is survived by his caring sister Jean Magnani, two devoted nephews Frankie and Mark Magnani and he leaves his aunt Minnie Miller and several cousins. All services and burial will be private in St. Michael’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 516 Carew Street, Springfield, MA 01104. Arrangements entrusted to the Byron Keenan Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Center, 1858 Allen Street, Springfield, MA, 01118.