"My heartfelt condolences are with you all. It was a privilege to have Jimmy as a friend. He will be dearly missed but never forgotten."
In loving memory of
James Cameron McLeish
April 8, 1964 - November 19, 2023
Newport, RI -James Cameron McLeish (DooDoo), 59, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on November 19, 2023. He was the husband of Sherri (Rodrigues) McLeish.
Born in Newport, RI, RI on April 8, 1964, He was the son of James and Dorothy (Scott) McLeish. Jimmy worked for Perry Potato Farm during his teen years, graduated from Middletown High School in 1982 and then worked for RIPTA where he was employed for 37 years. He was the VP and longtime member of The North End Club. He was an avid softball player most of his life. He was a highly competitive bowler with family and anything else he played, such as golf, cards, and board games. He had a big obsession with the Red Sox and Patriots. He loved going to the games with his friends and then carrying on the tradition with his family.
James is survived by his wife Sherri and their children; Brynn McLeish, Cameron McLeish all of Middletown, RI. his siblings; Scott McLeish and his wife Catherine, and Sam Silvia all of Middletown, RI as well as many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents James and Dorothy McLeish. His brother Robert (Otis) McLeish and his sister Janet Perry.
Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, November 26, 2023, from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport, Rhode Island. Funeral services will be Monday, November 27th, at 10:00am at Calvary United Methodist Church, 200 Turner Road, Middletown, RI.
Donations in his memory may be made to Hillside Charitable Organization 86 Bayview Park, Middletown, RI 02842 or the Three Angels, P.O. Box 4003, Middletown, RI 02842
Tributes
"Thinking of you Sherri and the kids. "
"My condolences to the family for your loss. Such a kind soul, gone way too soon! Rest in peace Jimmy. "
"To the McLeish family, I'm so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing, he had a big heart and just an overall good guy. Prayers to you all during this difficult time."
"My Prayers and Condolences to Jim's family and friends! He was a kind considerate person. We trained together in September 86 and Started our Ripta careers in January 87 together! Rest in peace my friend ???"
"Sending heartfelt condolences to Sherri and the entire family. I'm so sorry for your loss. "
"To Sherrie and the entire McLiesh family; so very sorry to hear of the untimely passing of Jimmy. I will say what everyone is thinking: this was way too soon. We were all privileged to have known him. Alan Perry "
"Scott sorry for.the loss of your brother.James"
"Dear Sherri and Family, My heart is with all of you!! I am so sorry about Jimmy!! Such a great man!!We graduated from high school together and had the same cars at the same time!! Much love to all of you!!!!?"
"Sherri and the entire McLeish family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very trying time. A real good guy gone way to soon. May Jim rest in peace. "
"My prayers go out to ALL of your family ."
"Sherri, Brynn, and CJ - so sad to hear this news. We are thinking of you and sending love. Kristin and Sara Lombardi"
"Sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family ??"
"Sherri, Byrnn & CJ, I?m so sorry to hear about your loss. My biggest condolences go out to you guys. We use to be a 2 houses down from you I played with Byrnn when we were little all the time. Much love From Taylor Ripa. "
"Cherri Brynn & CJ, It?s so sad to hear about your daddy?s passing our deepest sympathies to all 3 of you for your loss. Our hearts go out to the 3 of you. Sincerely Carmine & Taylor Ripa bless you all. "