James "Jim" DeSouza

September 18, 1941 - January 29, 2016

James J. De Souza “Jim” born September 18, 1941 passed at home surrounded by family on January 29, 2016. Pre deceased by father Joseph F. De Souza, mother Mary V. Rose, and brother William De Souza. Survived by wife Jacqueline “Jackie”, daughters Anne Marshall (George), grandchildren Gabrielle “Gabby” and Christian. Daughter Shannon ( Randy) Marshall, Brother Paul of North Carolina, sisters Rosemary Mann of Florida, Joanne Kesselhuth of New Hampshire and many nieces and nephews. Jim is also survived by stepchildren Kim (John), Jen (EJ), Kevin and step grandchildren Emily, Gina, and Jessie. Jim retired from the State of New Hampshire Department of Transportation as supervisor of the garage and license plate warehouse. Jim was a Veteran of the United States Navy and briefly owned a record store in Boston. Jim loved to golf with his dear friend Fred McMahon and his many buddies. He enjoyed traveling to Florida visiting daughters and grand children, vacationing in Aruba and cruising with friends. He also enjoyed listening to soft jazz. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude's Hospital; 501 St Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105