James William Mucherino Jr. beloved son, brother, uncle and friend, born on November 27, 1982 passed away November 9, 2012 at the age of 29. James was known for having a heart of gold and a smile that could light up the room, he could make anyone laugh and he loved being surrounded by family and friends. His passion was horseshoeing, a trade that was passed down through generations. Words cannot describe how amazing he was and what a tremendous loss this is. He leaves behind both his mother, Jodi Mucherino of Watertown, and father James Mucherino (and step mother Maureen Mucherino) of Woodbury, as well as three sisters, Jessica Mucherino also of Watertown, Shawna Mucherino of Woodbury and Kateln Mucherino of Woodbury and a nephew, Waylon Greenwood. He also leaves his grandparents Ann Mucherino originally from Oxford and Charles "Chuck" Woodward from Goshen, uncles, Lewis and Wayne Mucherino, aunts, Wendy and Gary Sega, and Bonnie Macedonia, uncle George and aunt Amy Haray, uncle Danny Haray, uncle Bill and aunt Lolo Yappel, Many cousins, and many friends. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Alice Woodward and his grandfather, Lewis "Duke" Mucherino. James will be forever in our hearts.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are asked to be made to Munson - Lovetere Funeral Home, PO Box 491 Woodbury Ct 06798 to assist with funeral expenses.

Cemetery: West Goshen Cemetery

Location: Munson-Lovetere Woodbury

Funeral: Church Not Applicable

Services: A graveside service will be held Saturday November 17th at 10am at West Goshen Cemetery, Milton Rd. Goshen.

Visitation: Calling hours will be held on Friday November 16th from 4 - 8pm at the Southbury Funeral Home of Munson - Lovetere, 235 Main St. North.