James Berryman

Old Lyme — With deep sadness we announce that James F. Berryman died Friday, June 8, 2018, at Bridebrook Convalescent Home after a lengthy illness.

Jim was born on Aug. 17, 1934, in Astoria, Queens, N.Y., to Rosalie and James Berryman. He graduated from LaSalle Academy, New York and attended City College of New York.

He married Diane (Faljean) Berryman on Aug. 22, 1954.

Besides his wife, he is survived by his sons, James (Jay) of Old Lyme and Michael and his cherished daughter-in-law, Lisa, of East Hampton. He also leaves four beloved grandchildren, Timothy and his wife, Allison, of Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Jeffrey Berryman and his fiancée, Molly, of Blacksburg, Va., Gregory and granddaughter, Michelle of Chicago, Ill., and their loving mother, Jeanne of Niantic.

Jim was predeceased by his sister, Margaret Purcell.

Jim and Diane relocated to Old Lyme 50 years ago after accepting a job at Electric Boat. After 30 years, he retired as a facility manager and enjoyed many productive years. They discovered cruising and traveling to Europe. More than any place, they enjoyed their two weeks in Aruba as they found a whole new “Aruba” family of friends.

Jim became interested in computers and early on built many and gave them away to family and friends. He was also very fond of English mysteries and had quite a collection. The Sunday Hartford Courant crossword puzzle was something he looked forward to doing every week.

The family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Ben Newton of the Smilow Cancer Center in Waterford, along with his caring staff, especially Amanda and Anna, who always made him smile. Also Dr. Const Manthous, who gave him great care and bought quality of life to Jim until his last days. We appreciate the care that nurse Dawn McDermott of South Eastern Hospice Center took. We’d also like to thank Father Joe who provided great comfort during this difficult time.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 13, at Christ the King Church, 1 McCurdy Road, Old Lyme. Burial will be at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Jim’s name to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.