HAMPSTEAD — James “Jim” Russell Breese, 81, of Hampstead, passed away December 21, 2023.
He was born September 10, 1942, in Chester, PA, to the late Frederick J. Breese, Sr. and Teresa M. Caranci Breese.
Jim attended school in Chester PA; proudly served 20 years in the Army until his retirement from Honolulu, Hawaii to Wrightsville Beach, NC. He was also a Vietnam veteran who served in 1967-1968.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, James D. Breese of Wilmington; brother, Frederick J. Breese, Jr. of Navarre, FL and sisters, Lorraine Godley and Jean M. Perry of Chester, PA.
Survivors include his wife, Yuuko H. Breese; daughter, Lisa M. Owen; son, Walter J. Breese; grandsons, Bredin and Caleb; granddaughters, Brittany and Marissa; great-grandson, Zio Vercelli and grandson, Rylan Breese all of Wilmington, NC.
His hobbies were fishing, golfing, and having an occasional Coors Light while watching football and doing yard work.
Jim was a loving, patient, and dedicated husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family. His love for dogs stood out greatly with his most recent little Bichon, Polly. Though his absence will be an immense charge, his presence will be felt throughout our lives until we are together again.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
