With heavy hearts, the family announces the passing of a son, brother, father and best friend on January 6, 2012. He will be sadly missed by his mother Margaret Richards, his three sons, Kevin his wife Irina granddaughters Anastasia and Michelle, Derek his wife Alison granddaughter Sadie, Wesley fiancée Heather Connell and the boys loving mother Karen. Predeceased by his father Daniel Joseph, sister Mary, brothers Herman and Stephen. He will be fondly remembered by his brothers Danny and Paul, sisters Alice, Elena, Phyllis, Marlene, Janis, and Wendy, brother in law Ralph, and sister in law Lynn. He will always be remembered as Santa Clause to his 27 nieces and nephews as well as his 9 great nieces and nephews. Jimmy loved being a father and enjoyed his boating life in Bronte Harbour. He had a contagious smile accompanied by a positive attitude, making him an impossible person not to like. He was a motivating person with many words of wisdom that inspired everyone that knew him to be a happier person. To our beloved Jimmy we will not sweat the little stuff and your inspiration will live in our hearts always. Family and friends are invited to gather together for Visitation on Saturday January 14, 2012 between 2pm and 5pm at Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home 64 Lakeshore Rd W., Oakville. His funeral service will be held there on Monday January 16 at 11 am. Following the funeral we invite friends and family to reception at Marlene's Home at 3pm.