Birth date: Apr 18, 1943 Death date: Mar 6, 2023
James Francis McCool, III, age 79, of Lewes, DE, passed away peacefully in his sleep, on Monday, March 6, 2023, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinsonism and Lewy Body Dementia. Born on April 18, 1943, in Wilmington, DE Read Obituary
Vickie and family, as I'm watching the 80th D-Day tribute this morning, it brought back memories of Jim and I standing on the Normandy beach during our Viking trip and looking back up at the cliffs where the German fortifications would have been placed. We were both in awe as to what the US Allied forces would have faced that day. Jim being a Marine and me being in the Navy and an Engineman (I would have been on the landing craft dropping troops off at the beach) we were both touched.
We met Jim and Vickie on a Viking River cruise and enjoyed the time spent with them.
Thoughts and prayers to your family for your loss.
Mick and Mary Banholzer, Shoreview MN
Jim and I grew up together, went to grade school and high school together, played sports together and he was in my wedding party. Great friend. His mom would feed us snacks after school. When he and Vickie came to Lewes, we got together for lunches and dinners. It was great having him back in my life after his service was finished. He will be sorely missed by my wife and I. Frank and Eileen Frabizzio.
Our hearts were saddened when we heard the news..we enjoyed our time with Vickie and Jim in the Albemarle plantation. All our golf games, cards, travel and social events. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of Jim s family. Patty and Jim Wayland
Jim was my boss and friend for 9 years while serving at DIA. He was supportive of me both in that career and in my decision to leave and become an Augustinian friar & priest. We shared much, including many laughs along the way. Among other things, I'll never forget his instituting the "Narog Busy Broom Award."
My heartfelt condolences and prayers for Vickie and his daughters.
Semper Fi, Jim, and God Bless! Fr. Joe Narog, O.S.A.
My most sincere condolences extended to Vickie during this difficult time.
Jim was a wonderful neighbor during their time in NC & he will be missed by many who were fortunate to have known him.
I first met Jim when we were in grade school and I played football against his St. Thomas School team. After the game, he was gracious in defeat. I was impressed by his attitude and sportsmanship. At Salesianum High, we were teammates and friends. I also attended the University of Delaware and knew Jim during those years as well. He was a great guy!
My condolences to Vickie and his family.
Bob Miller
Salesianum Class of 1961
My condolences to Jim’s family and friends. Jim and I played football at Sallies where he was a great player and teammate. He’ll be remembered fondly by all of us who knew him. RIP Jim
I was a classmate of Jim at Sallies. I was not a varsity athlete, so we only knew each other walking in the halls of Sallies for 4 years. I enjoyed watching him play Center on the football team and Center on the basketball team. The last few times I saw Jim, he remembered me, and I was gratified by that. My condolences to Jim's wife, children, their spouses, grandchildren and all his friends and extended family members. A true Salesian gentleman, humble and kind. Rest in peace, Jim.
Jerry Kenney '61
I first meet Lt. Col. Jim McCool in 1974 at the Basic School in Quantico, Va. He was truly a Marines' Marine ! I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Kinney W. Carder (Lt. Col. retired)
Jim was a classmate of mine at Salesianum. We Graduated in 1961. He was a friend that will be missed. Even then we knew he was a Leader. Rest in Peace.
