James J. Cahill, had a zest for life

James J. Cahill, known affectionately by his loved ones as “Jimmy,” passed away peacefully Saturday, March 23, 2024, in Ocean View, surrounded by his wife and children. He was born Aug. 20, 1952, in the Bronx, New York. Jim was a true New Yorker at heart! His zest for life and enduring smile left a lasting impression on everyone he met throughout his 71 years.

Jim's heart was always with his family and friends. He was a caring and devoted husband to his wife, Liz, with whom he shared over 40 fun and exciting years of marriage. Together, they fulfilled their dream of moving to the beach.  

Jim's pride and joy were his children and grandchildren. He is survived by Elizabeth Cahill of Ocean View; Tom Cahill of Hawthorn Woods, Ill., Missy Cahill (Chris Miller) of Brooklyn, Eileen Freed (David) of Baltimore, and Jackie Cahill (Chris Allenbaugh) of Baltimore; and his six granddaughters, Kennedy, Kate, Quinn, Alexandra, Juliana and Emilia, were the light of his life, and he cherished every moment spent with them as their Grampy.

Jim was predeceased by his parents, John and Eileen Cahill; his siblings, John Cahill and Donna Waldron; and his niece, Marybeth Valentine. His memory will be carried on by his adoring family and the many whose lives he touched.

A visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, March 27, at Cargain Funeral Homes, 418 Rte. 6, Mahopac, N.Y.  A service will be held at 10 a.m., the following morning Thursday, March 28, at Cargain Funeral Home, and will then process for burial at 11:30 a.m. at Gate of Heaven, 10 W. Stevens Ave., Hawthorne, N.Y. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations in Jim’s name to Covenant House, covenanthouse.org, a charity that meant so much to him and that he gave to for many years.

Online condolences may be sent by visiting melsonfuneralservices.com.