GORMLEY, James Gormley -
July 24 1947 - August 17th 2024

After a short illness and hospital stay, James Gormley passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on August 17th, 2024 at the age of 77.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Helen, his daughter Erin O’Neill and her husband Aaron and the two lights of his life his grandchildren Gavin (Big Guy) and Ashleigh (Princess).

He is also survived by his sisters Theresa Diver (Peter) and Mary Sinclair (Ian), Sister in law Maureen Gormley.

His brothers in law Jim Irvine, William Brannan, Bill Carson (Shirley) and sister in laws Judith Dorais and Maggie Carson. James had many special people pass before him that include his parents Michael and Jane Gormley, his brother Benny, his sisters Michelle, Jeannie and Cissie, brother in laws John Harrison, Charlie Carson and Adrien Dorais. His niece Jane Diver and nephew Laird Harrison.

Also, his mother in law who he shared a very special bond with-Christina Carson. Most importantly, James was pre-deceased by his son Paul who passed away in 2002 and was waiting for him with open arms and a pint. James leaves behind his best friends Tommy and Sue Masterman as well as many nieces, nephews and friends he’s made along his wonderful life who meant so much to him.

James had so many loves in his 77 years from golf, music, trivia, Montreal Canadiens, his family, friends and of course his beloved Glasgow Celtic.

A visitation will be held on Friday August 30th from 4-8pm at Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234). A celebration of life will take place on Saturday August 31st from 1-6 at the Durham Celtic Club, 110 Ash Street, Whitby. The Celtic Club was James’ second home, and its members are graciously hosting us in one of his favorite places. We hope you can join us and his family on this special day.

Due to space limitations, we ask that you visit to share a pint and toast James, being mindful of others who wish to do the same.

We encourage you to wear your Celtic gear or green/white for the occasion.

Our family would like to thank the staff at LHO G wing 6th floor who went out of their way to keep James comfortable until the end. In lieu of flowers, we kindly request donations to Cystic Fibrosis Canada or the Alzheimer Society, both causes very dear to James.

On-line condolences may be placed at www.oshawafuneralhome.com .