James S. Cattanach Jr. 97 a lifelong resident of Long Branch passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on April 9, 2024.

Jim was born on November 27, 1926, and raised in Long Branch to Dr. James and Mrs. Bessie Cattanach Sr.  He was a volunteer for the Long Branch First Aid Department as well as the West End Fire department.  He enlisted in the Navy on his eighteenth birthday November 27, 1944, and received an honorable discharge in 1948. He finished high school and then graduated from Monmouth College, now Monmouth University.

He married Irene Glennon on August 18, 1951. In 1960 they designed and built their dream home in Long Branch where they raised three children.  His entire life was dedicated to loving and taking care of his family; vacations, road trips, camping trips and water skiing.  His favorite phrase “we’ll have one before we order dinner.”

Once established firmly in employment he quickly moved up working for several companies selling aluminum ingot and billet; in 1985 he founded James S. Cattanach Jr. Consulting. With his employment, he was able to travel extensively around the world.  After their children were grown, Irene and Jimmy traveled together though out the world exploring many different countries and cuisines.

Jimmy was a storyteller and loved to talk about their worldwide travels. Italy, Greece, Scotland Ireland, Portugal, and Mexico were some of their favorite destinations, often incorporating golf into their trip.

Jim was the most independent person. He loved his golf game as much as he loved the beach and swimming. He swam 40 laps five days a week at Monmouth University until he was 92.  He would ride his bicycle to the beach and every winter and spring he would drive to and from Florida by himself in 2 days.

In 1981 he joined Deal Golf and Country Club, somewhat of a joker, he would show up to formal dinners in Bermuda shorts, knee socks and a tux jacket. One of his fondest memories is when he won the Deal Masters with his foursome and then got to don the coveted “Green Jacket”.

His faith was very important to him. He was a parishioner of St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church receiving all his sacraments at St Michael’s. People might remember his saying “Peace Brother” to those nearby.

Jim was predeceased by his wife Irene in 2001, his in laws, Charles and Marjorie Glennon, his sister-in-law Catherine, his parents Dr. and Mrs. James Cattanach Sr, his sister Jane C Poole and her family.

Surviving are his daughter Jaye C. Morton and husband William, two sons, James S. Cattanach III and his partner Patricia Cheek, Gregory C Cattanach and his wife Teresa. Teresa was Jim’s medical advocate for the last three years and took on the role of medical advisor. He is also survived by two grandchildren, Jake and Gina Cattanach.

Visitation Monday April 15, 4:00 – 7:00 pm at the Woolley-Boglioli Funeral Home, 10 Morrell Street, Long Branch.  Mass of Christian burial, Tuesday, April 16, 10:30 am at St. Michael’s RC Church, 800 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch. Burial to follow in Mt. Carmel Cemetery, West Long Branch.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Jim’s favorite charity, St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, or the charity of your choice.