WORCESTER/WEBSTER – James Michael “Jim” Davern, Jr., 52, of 6 Ives Street, passed into the arms of the Lord, with his family at his side, after a courageous battle with cancer on Monday, Nov. 10, in the Rose Monahan Hospice in Worcester.
He was born in Worcester, son of the late James M. and Harriet M. (Smith) Davern, Sr. He is survived by 3 sisters, Jane A. Davern of Centerville, Sheila F. Davern of Webster and Marsha E. and her husband Kenneth Bates of Dudley; he also leaves his uncle, William P. Davern; 2 nieces, Tiffany Davern and Alie Bates; 1 nephew, Jason Davern; and several cousins.
Jim attended Saint Louis Grammar School and Marianhill High School. He was a graduate of Bartlett High School, class of 1974.
For the last seven years Jim was a transportation supervisor for the Guild of Saint Agnes working with the children he so dearly loved. He enjoyed watching his favorite team, the Worcester Tornadoes, and was an avid sports enthusiast. Jim also enjoyed spending time with his many friends and family. He was a member of the Dream Center on Chatham Street.
He was gentle soul who touched the lives of many even during his illness. The family would like to thank the staff at UMASS Medical Center, University Campus, especially 7 East and the Rose Monahan Hospice for their caring and overwhelming compassion during this difficult time; you’ll forever hold a place in our hearts
The funeral will be held Thursday, November 13, from Scanlon Funeral Service, 38 East Main St.,Webster, with a Mass at 10:00 AM in Saint Louis Church, 14 Lake St., Webster. Burial will be in Saint Joseph Garden of Peace, Webster. A calling period will be from 8:00 to 9:30 AM Thursday, Nov. 13, in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Guild of Saint Agnes, Attn: Sharon Woodbury, 133 Granite St., Worcester, MA 01604.