James "Bub" Fennelly, the patriarch of a tight-knit Irish family, has joined his parents, two of his beloved sisters, former Navy shipmates and those who called him friend.

Following his World War II service, Jim devoted his life to his family and his hometown of Harrison, NY. Active in local politics and his church parish, he rose to the rank of Chief of the Harrison Volunteer Fire Department, where he devoted his life to the safety and the welfare of others.

Lorraine, his cherished wife of 62 years, his four children, granddaughter, his sister and numerous nieces and nephews will fondly remember his charming wit, kindness and generosity shared with all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

His family will receive friends on Thursday, February 5, 2015 from 11:00AM- 12:00PM at the Palm Beach National Chapel, 10055 Heritage Farms Road, Lake Worth, FL 33449. The funeral service will begin at 12:00PM, interment with Military Honors will follow at South Florida National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, his family requests memorial contributions be made to: Hospice of Palm Beach County Foundation, 5300 East Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33407.