In Loving Memory

Photo of James B. Donnelly

James B. Donnelly

May 26, 1964 — October 2, 2026

Donnelly-James B. of Alden, NY passed away October 2, 2026. Beloved son of Bruce and Patricia Donnelly; dear brother of Sandra Pietrowski and John (Kerry Ann) Donnelly; loving significant other to Christine Gerhardt; step-father of Jessica (Andy) Reilly and Jonathan Gerhardt; uncle of Timothy (Jessica) Pietrowski, Abbey (Brandon) MacFarlane, Savannah (Mitch) Orlando, Victoria (Dave) Neurohr and the late Thomas Pietrowski; great-uncle of Peyton, John, Thomas, baby Eloise, Timothy and Josie.

Service Program

Service Details

St. John's the Baptist 2021 Sandridge Road Alden, New York 14004

Order of Service

Opening PrayerFr. Daniel Ogbeifun
HymnHere I Am Lord
First ReadingVictoria Neurohr
Second ReadingKerry Ann Donnelly
GospelFr. Daniel Ogbeifun
Prayer of the FaithfulMitchel Orlando
Presentation of the GiftsMitchel, Peyton, and John Orlando
Offertory HymmAmazing Grace
Communion HymmI am the Bread of Life
ReflectionJessica Reilly
Recessional HymmHow Great Thou Art

God’s Garden

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, so He put His arms around you and whispered, "Come to Me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard-working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.

Pallbearer

Timothy Pietrowski Savannah Donnelly Abbey Macfarlane Victoria Donnelly Jonathan Gerhardt David Neurohr Special Thanks The family of our loved one extends heartfelt gratitude for your prayers, support, and kindness during this time. Celebration of Life Gathering Blackwater Tavern & Tap 12443 Broadway Alden, New York 14004