James Joseph McCarthy

James J. McCarthy, 81, of Tucson Arizona, passed away unexpectedly on June 28, 2019 while vacationing with his family in Ocean City New Jersey.

Jim was born in Avoca Pennsylvania to Thomas and Margaret McCarthy on October 9, 1937. He moved to Philadelphia at a young age. He attended West Catholic High School and Lasalle University where he earned his master's degree. Jim worked as a database manager/programmer and was very computer savvy. Even after he retired from this profession, he often used his computer skills to help with projects for family and friends.

After a long and successful career, Jim retired in Tucson, Arizona with his wife Jackie. Jackie and Jim recently celebrated their 60-year wedding anniversary. In 2004, Jim joined the Knights of Columbus and served as Grand Knight of the Council from 2007 to 2008. Jim was a 4th Degree Knight and Faithful controller with St. Alphonsus Assembly.

Jim, a Diamondbacks fan, loved baseball, and attended spring training games in Phoenix, Arizona each year. He also loved to travel and dance and could often be found completing a 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle in his office.

Jim was a loving, gentle and patient man. He was devoted to his family and cherished the time he could spend with them. He was a positive influence on those around him and could often find humor where others could not.

After Jim's diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, he worked very hard to fight the progression of the disease. He continued to be positive and upbeat as he fought the disease along with other health issues.

Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Margaret McCarthy; one brother, Thomas A and a grandson, Michael P. Games. Jim is survived by his wife, Jacqueline (Hulsey); son James Jr. (Pam) McCarthy; daughter, Teresa McCarthy, four grandchildren Kathleen, Teresa (TJ), Lauren, James (Joey) and three great-grandchildren.

A funeral mass is scheduled for Friday, August 16, 2019 at 10:00 am at Santa Catalina Catholic church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Parkinson Wellness Recovery, 140 W. Fort Lowell Road, Tucson, AZ 85705.