Salem - James A. Quinlivan, 94, of Salem, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Judith A. (Gioioso) Quinlivan with whom he shared well over 60 years of marriage.

Jim was born on January 11, 1932, in Tubber Lissey Casey, County Clare, Ireland and was the son of the late Patrick and Norah (Monahan) Quinlivan. He grew up in Ireland before moving to the United States when he was 15 years old. He settled in Salem and graduated from Salem High School.

Jim's first job was working as a caddy at Salem Country Club, which ignited his love of golf. He then enlisted in the United States Army and proudly served our country during the Korean War. After his term of service was completed, he began a long-time career for the Salem Park and Recreation Department, where he worked as a foreman and a heavy equipment operator. He was known and respected by his coworkers for his strong work ethic, his friendliness and his kindness.

Jim was a longtime avid golfer at Gannon and Kelly Greens (Tony C's), where he made many lifelong and loyal friends. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife Judy. He loved seeing different parts of the world and meeting new people. His favorite adventure was visiting Alaska. In his retirement, Jim loved gardening and passed on this love to his children and grandchildren.

Above all, Jim's greatest love was his family. He was a loving husband, a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He would often say that the most important things in his life were family, sunshine, and friends. Speaking of friends, he had many of them and he considered them to be part of his family. He was a friend of Bill W. and helped countless people in their journey towards wellness. Jim also was involved with starting an organization known as Helping Hand which helped disabled children, adults, and people in need. Jim will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him.

In addition to his wife, Judy, Jim is survived by his sons, James Quinlivan and his wife, Laurie Beth of Hull and Tim Quinlivan and his wife Dawn of Danvers; his daughters, Julie Anne Quinlivan of Topsfield and Maureen Lally and her husband James of Danvers; his grandchildren, James Quinlivan and his wife Kali, Steven Quinlivan and his wife Jill, Christopher Quinlivan and his wife, Amy, Patrick Quinlivan and his wife Liz, Ryan Quinlivan and his wife Nicole, Shannon Quinlivan and her fiancé Kevin Gilchrest, Michael Lally, and Erin Lally; his 17 great-grandchildren; his brother, Michael Quinlivan; his sister-in-law Diane Gioioso; his nieces Kim and Maura, as well as Noreen Gallagher of County Clare, Ireland; his nephews Anthony and Michael; his goddaughter, Cathy Dalton; and many cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his sister, Margaret Waters; his brothers, Patrick Quinlivan, Timothy Quinlivan Martin Quinlivan; his goddaughter, Anne Marie Quinlivan and his brother-in-law, Teddy Gioioso.

Visiting hours will be held at the Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, 82 Lynn Street, Peabody, on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. His funeral mass will be at St. Ann's Church, Peabody, on Thursday, February 19 at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim's name to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or to the charity of one's choice. For online guestbook please visit www.ccbfuneral.com.