BORN

1946

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Coble Funeral & Cremation Service at Greenlawn Memorial Park

1155 Shipyard Blvd

Wilmington, North Carolina

James Kalish Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 20, 2017.

Jim (DD) was called home Nov 19, 2017. He leaves behind a loving family, wife Ann, son Jamey and wife Debbie, daughter Amanda and granddaughters Jade, Kali and Tessa. He retired from GE and was a mechanical whiz but his greatest accomplishment was becoming Grandaddy.
His granddaughters were his pride and joy, always bringing a smile to his face and love to his heart. He enjoyed spending time with them, fishing, Nascar and attending to the many squirrels in his yard as well as his hobby of collecting mowers.
Being (third in a family of nine) Jim learned early on what was really important and with his loving heart and tender spirit he spent many hours helping others. He volunteered in many capacities, held many positions, made many friends and never forgot them. Jim was recognized for his willingness to go the extra mile and was awarded "The Order of the Long Leaf Pine" for his many years of volunteering.
Many weeks ago Jim requested that special thanks go to his daughter Amanda who has been the rock that kept this family together during these hard times and his son Jamey and wife Debbie, Betsy (sister) and Trey (nephew) who were always there with visits, phone calls and pep talks.
The family wants to extend special thanks to Ken for thinking of Jim each time he traveled through Sumter and Mac for the visits and shrimp. Roy, Dennis, Leroy and Paul for always caring. Mike for stepping up and helping whenever and wherever he was needed and Gene for going above and beyond what was ever expected. Family is the people in your life that want you in theirs.
Visitation will be held 4 pm until 6 pm Wed the 22nd at Coble Ward-Smith with a memorial service to be held at a later date.
Sadly Jim lost his niece Melanie to domestic violence last year. The family request in lieu of flowers to please make donations to domestic violence or a charity of your choice.
Ephesians 4:31-32
Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamor, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:...

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November 18, 2020

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Kelly Michalowski

You were always with a smile in our high school days and dazzled all of us with your personality! Wonderful to know your heart grew with love of family and friends. He has you, rest in peace in His grace and wings of love! Prayers for your family, always. Tell Ralph I send my love and Steve too! You are all missed.

November 28, 2017

Becky Tingey

I have so many wonderful memories with uncle DD growing up. My favorite thing to do was go visit him and Aunt Ann when I was a young girl. I loved being at their home: eating shrimp, going boating, caring for squirrels, and watching NASCAR together. I loved walking bare foot on your rock filled drive way, watching the fish in the pond, and swinging in your wood swing in the backyard. Love always filled his home and I always felt it there, true southern hospitality. Uncle DD, you truly hold a very special place in my heart. I'll miss your big hugs and kisses and the way you said honey. I love you so much.

November 27, 2017

Kelly Michalowski

Praying for God's grace be abundant with the family. So sorry to hear of DD's passing. My thoughts and prayers...

November 26, 2017

Janice Kalish

I'm sorry to hear of DD's passing. Prayers to Ann, Jamey & Mandy. God Bless you all.

November 26, 2017

Donna Sue Jones

So sorry about DD. He was one of kind and will not be forgotten. My thoughts go out to the entire Kalish family. Donna Sue (Free) Jones.

November 25, 2017

Melvin Mixon

Sorry to hear about your loss. Many great memories of DD growing up. We had a lot of fun. We will keep family in our prayers

November 25, 2017

Gail Mosier Gressette

I have your family in my prayers and I am so sorry for your loss. I smile when I remember DD and all his kindness. Just last week I spoke fondly with my brother Gene about DD. Betsy your tribute was so filled with love and caring for DD and his life. I am comforted with knowing he is with our Father in Heaven, as all is well with his soul.

November 25, 2017

To all DD's survivors I extend my condolences, and heartfelt regrets at his passing. My prayers for your peace in your time of sorrow.
Louis Warmoth

November 25, 2017

Sande Pullen

Uncle DD was the best uncle/great uncle a girl could ever hope for; I'll always treasure the memories of all the family times at the beach in NC. Hope you're eating shrimp, watching NASCAR & feeding some squirrels in heaven! Love you always- Sande

November 25, 2017

My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Kalish's. DD rest in peace my friend. Gloria Danner Seidl ( Palmetto, FL)

November 25, 2017

Ingrid Simmons

DD was always such an upbeat and loving person. Whenever I remember our high school days, he is one of the highlights. Sending prayers for comfort and peace.

November 24, 2017

Ronald Zink

To one of my best friends and best fishing buds! Sure will be missed!

November 24, 2017

Carla Marazzi Young

Thought and prayers to all of DD's family from everyone in the Edmunds High School Class of '65. Many wonderful memories and we love you.

November 24, 2017

David (Zuck) Caine

DD was a classmate and friend to me when I lived in Sumter until leaving in the middle of the 11th grade. I am very sorry to learn of his passing and just pray his family does well and honors his memory.

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DD was one of the most loving and caring persons in the world who gave the best to everyone he knew and is a true, loving brother that I will miss dearly. Love you forever!

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November 22, 2017

Jamie Slaughter

Thinking of all of you. Praying for strength and peace for all of you during this time. DD will be missed, he was a good man!

November 22, 2017

Rachel Mills

Ann, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I never forgot Jim or you. Miles and miles separated us but I still remember how funny he was when we worked at GE.

November 22, 2017

martha Silva (Grochowski)

All my thoughts and prayers to Ann and their kids and grandkids. Even though I haven't seen DD in many years, he was still my cousin who I loved very much!! RIP DD. I love you and thank you for all the great childhood memories. Martha (Grochowski ) Silva

November 22, 2017

Cindy,John,and Dax Hall

Lots of good memories of Uncle DD. Sending our love and prayers that the Lord cover you in His love,comfort, and healing during this season. Love you Aunt Ann, Mandy, and Kali.

November 22, 2017

Mack & Debbie Bryan

Jim we will miss you dearly, but you will always be in our hearts and memories! Our prayers of comfort to Ann, Amanda , Kali and the rest of your family! With love, Mack & Debbie Bryan, Wilmington NC

November 22, 2017

With deepest sympathy! Many prayers for you, your mom and the family! God bless you! Love you! Willa

November 21, 2017

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