James "Jim" E. Jasch's Obituary
Celebrating the life of James E. Jasch
James E. Jasch, known as Jim to everyone who knew him longer than 10 minutes, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Wednesday, May 29, 2024.
Jim was born on October 9, 1946, to Laura F. Jasch (nee Curran), and Bruno G. Jasch in the city of Philadelphia where he stayed and attended Saint Henrys Roman Catholic School graduating in 1960. Jim then attended Saint Joseph's University where he served many years as Student Body President / Leader, graduating with the Class of 1968 having gained a degree in English Literature. While in college during the turbulent ‘60s, Jim was also an active member and leader of the Saint Joseph ROTC Program.
Upon graduation Jim joined the Air Force as a Captain, as an Air Force squadron commander where he embarked upon a fascinating military career which would take him to all 50 States, Europe, the continent of Oceania, and Southeast Asia. Additionally, Jim volunteered to serve a tour of duty in Viet Nam, where he was part of the Airforce Intelligence Team. Jim continued his career with the Airforce Intelligence Team upon return to the states, working in the Office of the Inspector General and then the Joint Chiefs of Staff; leaving the Air Force in 1968 when he met his Life Partner and Spouse John Young. After a brief period as a Legal Administrator, Jim spent the remainder of his career in leadership positions within the Commercial Real Estate industry in Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania.
In 1980, Jim and his Spouse purchased and renovated an historic farm in Colesville, Maryland where they were considered legendary hosts for numerous charitable events – their annual Halloween Balls are still talked about today. In 2000, Jim joined the Rehoboth Beach community and became an active member of the Epworth United Methodist Church where he was especially passionate about and involved in the youth ministries. Jim enjoyed cooking, gardening, and a love of national and international travel with his Spouse and their dear friends.
Jim is survived by his husband John Young, sister Laura Oswald, niece Laura Matthews (nee Oswald, Husband James, Great Niece Darian), sister-in-law Theresa Corbin (nee Young, husband Andre and nephew Samuel), as well as numerous friends and “extended family”.
Jim was preceded in death by his father, Bruno G. Jasch and his mother, Laura F. Jasch.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Parsell Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 16961 Lewes, DE 19958, where family and friends may visit beginning at 10:00 AM.
All unable to attend the services, are invited to join the service via livestreaming by visiting the following link: http://www.parsellfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/permalink/11407705/LTWebcast.
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