James F Kapinos

James F. Kapinos born October 5th, 1951 in Ware, MA passed last Wednesday evening, August 25, 2021 in his home after a hard-fought battle with Parkinson’s. Jim grew up in Three Rivers and graduated from Palmer High School in 1969. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, who was admired by those that knew him for taking great pride in anything he did. James was a dedicated industrial boiler repairman at Blake Equipment for 36 years before retiring in 2018. One of Jim’s most favored roles in life was being a Dziadziu to his two granddaughters. He loved giving them tractor rides around his home, teaching them how to fish, or cheering them on at their soccer games. Jim also enjoyed vacationing to Cape Cod with his family, boating, and cruises throughout Caribbean. Jim is survived and will be forever missed by his loving wife Beverly (Pobieglo) of Belchertown, daughter Kelly and son in law Kevin Sacco of Hampden, son Josh and daughter in law Canyon Kapinos of Palmer, and his two granddaughters Makenna and Kyla Sacco. Jim was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Mildred Kapinos and brother, Ray Kapinos. The family will be holding a private memorial celebration and appreciate the continued love and support from all throughout this trying time. Beers & Story Palmer Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. For those wishing, donations may be made in his memory to the Parkinson's Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131.