WILMINGTON — James F. “Jim” Conley, 82, unexpectedly passed away Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020, at his home.
He was born and raised in South Boston, Massachusetts, to the late John and Katherine (Cain) Conley. Jim previously lived in Maine and Rhode Island, and most recently, in North Carolina.
He was a longshoreman in his early days, and then retired from the Department of the Navy. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Army.
Jim adored his family and friends more than anything. He was an avid golfer, reader, bowler and had a sweet tooth, especially for his favorite jelly sticks. Although his life wasn’t always easy, he acquired a quick wit and joking attitude that was appreciated by many. May he find peace and love in the arms of the angels and know his family loves him forever and always.
He was preceded in death by his son, James F. Conley Jr.; and sister, Patricia Conley-Maybury.
Jim is survived by his longtime partner, Elaine Conklin of Wilmington; brother, John Conley, and his wife, Carol, of Weymouth, Massachusetts; daughters, Jacqueline Lucas, and her husband, Steven, of Tewksbury, Massachusetts, Caroline Craig of Weymouth, Massachusetts, and Christine Conley-Ciardi of Weymouth, Massachusetts; loving “Papa” to eight grandchildren, many great-grandchildren, friends and other family members who he loved very much.
Due to current public health circumstances, all services for Jim are private. A celebration of life will take place at a later date.
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