James David “Jim” Lee
October 19, 1945 - March 5, 2025
James David “Jim” Lee, age 79, of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
Born in Portland, ME on October 19, 1945, he was a son of the late Richard H. and Barbara F. (Bailey) Lee.
A graduate of Cheverus High School in Portland, ME, Jim continued his education at Northeastern University, where he earned a degree in Chemical Engineering. He then began a successful career, initially working for DuPont, followed by positions at Allied Signal and Honeywell. Eventually, Jim founded his own business, Benchmark, where he continued his professional endeavors.
Outside of work, he was a passionate golfer and cherished the time spent with his grand and great-grandchildren. Jim was an avid sports fan, particularly devoted to the Boston Red Sox.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Susan. Jim is survived by his daughter, Michele Logan (Kenneth); step-son, John Piccolomini; grandchildren, Alex Piccolomini Kotowski (Brandon), Michael, Andrew, and Melanie Krutz, David, Brian, and Danielle Piccolomini, and Christopher Scorziello; sisters, Sharon Noyes (Charles), Martha Croteau (Link), and Cindy Fletcher (Don); and brother, Patrick Lee (Sharon).
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 North DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE, where a memorial service will begin at 11 am. Interment will be held privately.
In lieu flowers, donations may be made in Jim’s memory to Faithful Friends, 165 Airport Road, New Castle, DE 19720 or online by clicking here.
Dawn Barry
Michele, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad and your children’s grandfather. He was a kind and funny man.
Alex, I am sorry to hear that you lost your Grampy. I know he was such a special person in your world. Take comfort in the fact that he is reunited with your grandmom. Love you! Aunt Dawn
Tony Leana
Jim was a great boss and an even better friend.
He was a kind and caring person.
Jim and Susan were a loving couple that we were privileged to know.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Linda and Tony Leana
Natasha Wagner
Your dad and I are thinking of you today, Alex! Sending you hugs and love and a wish for peace and lots of happy memories!
Patrick J OHalleran
Jim was a remarkable mentor and dear friend, always radiating positivity and lifting spirits, even on the darkest of days. I’ll forever picture him humming “la la la,” effortlessly spreading joy to everyone around him. His presence will be deeply missed, but his warmth and kindness will remain in our hearts. See you on the other side my friend! Warmest Regards, Patrick O’Halleran
Joe and Tina Schwartz
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was the Best. Joe and I have many fond memories of the years spent together with Jim and Sue. Our condolences to all of the family.❤️❤️