James J. Large

Born in Troy, NY he was the son of John P. and Sarah (Ricketts) Large.

He was a graduate of LaSalle Institute where he was later president of the Fathers Club.

For 40 years he worked as a Quality Control Engineer for G.E. Silicones in Waterford, NY. He was a founding officer and long time treasurer of the GE Silicone Federal Credit Union. He coached in the Cohoes Youth Baseball program for several years.

Mr. Large was a dedicated sports spectator. He attended the USA’s Gold Medal Hockey game at the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, NY. He rarely missed one of his grandchildren’s lacrosse games.

He was a member of the American Legion, Post #21 in Concord and was also a member of the Elks Club in New York.

He had a winning smile and a quick wit.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Jane (Zabek) Large of Bow; his son Terrance J. Large and his wife Christine of Bow; two grandchildren, Kevin J. Large of Dover and Sarah E. Large of Bow.

Memorial calling hours will be held on Sunday, July 25, 2010 from 3pm-5pm and 7pm-9pm at the Bennett Funeral Home, 209 N. Main Street, Concord.

Memorial services will be held on Monday, July 26, 2010 at 11am at NH State Veterans Cemetery Chapel in Boscawen.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

The Bennett Funeral Home of Concord is in charge of the arrangements.