James M Carey passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born on August 11, 1944 in Jacksonville, Florida. When he was 1 year old, he and his parents moved back to Yonkers where the family had previously resided. Jim attended St. Joseph’s Grammar School, Manhattan Prep and Roosevelt High School. He received his B.A. from St. Anselm College, Manchester, N.H. and an M.B.A. from Fordham University.
Jim began his career in research and network television sales at NBC before moving to ABC where he enjoyed his tenure in national network sales until his retirement from Disney ABC in 2010.
Jim had several interests and hobbies such as setting up his Lionel train set in the family playroom and building a dollhouse for his daughters as well as tennis, skiing and golf. He also was happy strumming his guitar along with his sister at family gatherings. His biggest enjoyment was spending time and traveling on his boat, Morning Star with family and friends.
Jim also had a civic and community commitment serving on the Bronxville Manor Civic Association, Vice President of the Tuckahoe Board of Education, the Alumni Board of St. Anselm College and as a Governor of the New York Athletic Club. Jim was predeceased by his parents Frederick Stanton Carey and Dorothy Carey. He is survived by his wife, Joan and daughters, Christina (Michael) Grimes and Alison Carey as well as grandchildren J.J., Robby, Timmy Grimes and Cate, Marty, Jimmy and Peter Ryan and sister, Dorothy (William) Quigley and brother, R. Paul Carey.
Calling Hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 4 to 7 pm on Monday, August 10, 2026. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 10:45 am. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Anselm College Scholarship Fund or the Alzheimer’s Association.
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Peggy gannon says
August 6, 2026 at 9:29 pmI have such fond memories of Jimmy. When I was young, I had the privilege of growing up as a neighbor in laurel NY. . My sisters were friends with him and have fun wonderful stories. he always had a smile and a friendly hello, and I remember thinking he had the coolest car, a Hillman, I believe. What fascinated me most was a little button on the floor that you pushed with your foot. In my young mind, it was like a doorbell for the car, and I thought it was just about the coolest thing ever. I remember when I was around 12 years old and I had fallen and broke my arm in bayoaks he was there and helped me home .
Funny how those little details stay tucked away. I remember the car, but even more than that, I remember Jimmy’s smile and the warmth of his hello. Some people simply leave you with a good feeling, even after all these years.
I’m sorry for your loss .