James Joseph McEntee Sr. - (Apr 4, 1922 - Jan 22, 2014) - After a courageous battle we announce the loss of Jim McEntee in Hamilton. Loving husband of 68 years to Elizabeth (Betty) McEntee. Proud father of Jim (Rosanne) McEntee Jr, Gail (Dominic) Trevisani, Kevin (Anne) McEntee. Predeceased by his darling daughters Patricia, Donna and Bernadette. Equally proud Grandfather to Jason, Joshua (Candice), Carter (Gabrielle), Joy, Andrew, Michael and Great Grandfather to Grayson, Colton and Eva. Loving uncle to his nieces and nephews.

At age 19, Jim served Canada during WW2 in the RCN initially on mine sweeping duties and then on North Atlantic Convoy duty (16 return crossings) on the HMCS Prince Rupert. Upon return home Jim joined the Hamilton Fire Department serving the City for 36 years and retiring as Captain. Jim was a man of strength, integrity, love and compassion – active in his Church and Community. He assisted in the initial group to establish the Hamilton Catholic Youth Organization (CYO). As a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 6579, he spent many hours supporting the McGivney Community Housing project in obtaining and renovating non-profit housing. As a member of the Lions Club of Freelton Chapter, he worked on the boards created to establish two senior citizens retirement facilities – the Eaton Place Carlisle and the Freelton Senior Centre. Jim planned the rejoining of the HMCS Prince Rupert vets and their families in an annual meeting and picnics and keeping in touch by letter.