James A. “Jim” Walsh

Walsh, James A. “Jim” of Randolph, died May 28, 2016.  

Jim was an inspiration to several Cancer patients, giving them strength and guidance to fight this disease. He and his family would travel to Disney every year, which became a passion to Jim.  He was a non-professional food critic and much enjoyed wine and visiting the Sakonnet Vineyard.  Jim also enjoyed gardening, playing on his tablet and spending time with those he loved.  He will be remembered for his great sense of humor.  Jim will be sadly missed but never forgotten.  

Beloved husband of Debra A. Walsh (Karnafel)  of Randolph. Loving father of Christina Akram and her husband Muzamil of Quincy, Jennifer Walsh of Hull, Mark Walsh and his girlfriend Dina Ulchak of Quincy and Amy Walsh of Hull.  Proud Papa of Zayden Akram.  Cherished son of the late Coleman and Jean Walsh.  Caring brother of Coleman Walsh Jr. and his wife Phyllis of Norwell, Patrick Walsh and his wife Carol of Stoneham, Anne Walsh of Hull and the late Mark Walsh.  Also survived by his nieces Meghan and Mikeala Walsh and traveling buddies, Paul and Cheryl Karnafel.  

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Wednesday 4-8 PM in the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St. (off Central St.), HINGHAM. Funeral service will be celebrated on Thursday at 10 AM in Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, Hingham. Cremation will follow. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Jim may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168 or to Esophageal Cancer Awareness Associations, PO Box 55071 Boston, MA 02205-5071.