James Douglas McCartney

May 6, 1942 - April 2, 2025

In the early hours of April 2nd, 2025, James (Jim) Douglas McCartney passed away peacefully surrounded by those who loved him dearly. Jim is survived by his sister Donna (Andrechuk), his daughters Janine, Heather (Roy), and Karen (Derek), along with his grandsons Carlton, Wade, Jacob, Mayson, Brady and a great many nieces and nephews.

Jim was born in Wingham, Ontario in 1942. He was one of seven children. He moved to Ajax where he excelled at the sport that he loved the most: baseball. Jim was a talented pitcher, who was cited as an ace right hander in many newspaper articles. Jim helped lead his teams to multiple Championships in the 1950’s. It was also in Ajax that he met his wife, Carmel.

Jim began his career in General Motors in 1964. He began in Central Maintenance and then later spent most of his career in Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering. Jim loved GM and often spoke proudly of his career that spanned 30+ years. He retired in 1997.

Jim was spirited, and opinionated. You never had to guess where you stood with him. If he told you, you were “top of the drawer,” you knew you were one of his favourite people. Beneath the Scottish bluster, he led with a generous heart. Forever in our minds will be his mantra… “Things should be done with consistency, decency and for the right reasons.” He was generous to a fault and loved to laugh more than anything else. His smile lit up every room he walked into. Jim had many faithful friends in his final years, whom he spoke so highly of.

Jim lived honestly; he loved deeply; he laughed as loud as he “sometimes” yelled. He was one in a million, and we are so very proud to say he was ours. Dad, you did great. Rest with the angels now... Your work here is done.

As requested by Jim, no formal service will be held. Donations to any charity in Jim’s name are welcome and appreciated.