James J. “Jim” Graulich
October 18, 1939 - February 24, 2025
James J. “Jim” Graulich, age 85, of Bear, DE, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Monday, February 24, 2025.
Born in Kearny, NJ, on October 18, 1939, he was a son of the late Joseph J. and Elizabeth (Francois) Graulich. Jim made his career as a printing department supervisor at DuPont Co. He later worked at St. Peter’s School in the cafeteria and at the Dog House Restaurant.
Jim enjoyed giving back to his community as a volunteer with the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. He was also a dedicated volunteer with the National Greyhound Adoption Program. In his spare time, Jim loved watching horse racing and Formula 1 Racing. He was also an antique car collector. Never one to miss a game, Jim especially enjoyed taking his grandson, Seth to his soccer practices and tournaments.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his children, Barbara D. Hubbard, James J. Ciliberto, and Cynthia E. Graulich; and brother, Joseph Graulich. Jim is survived by his siblings, Donald Graulich and Edward Graulich; grandchildren, Richard Novello Jr., Jaime Novello (Damian), Alyssa Foster (Edward), and Seth Hubbard (Marissa); and great-grandchildren, Abigail, Beckham, Brynley, Aria, and Emery.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 6 pm until 7 pm on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 North DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 7 pm. Interment will be held privately.
Greg Jamison
I am so sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Greg Jamison, Middletown, DE
Patricia erbetta
I’m so sorry for your loss Seth and Marissa I know that you loved him very dearly and took very good care of him I pray your strength during this time and it will be at peace nor he’s in heaven with the Lord rejoice Love you both dearly God bless you
Chris Clark
Jim was a good father, grandfather, brother, and friend. I’m glad I got to meet him and spend some time with him. Seth did a wonderful job of caring for him. He will be greatly missed.
My thoughts are with all his survivors.
Randy Roberts
I worked with Jim for many years when he was at DuPont. He was a master craftsman when it came to printing knowledge and I always admired him for that. Sending condolences and prayers of comfort to Jim’s family, may he rest in peace.
Charles Hall
I worked with Jim for many years at Dupont in Boothwynn. He was an amazing man and always a blast to be around. My thoughts and prayers to his family. RIP Jim
John and Nancy Hayes
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jimmy and his family at this difficult time. Many great memories of Jim as well as all of the cousins and the massive get togethers at old 610 Kearny Ave. I regret that over time we all moved to distant parts of the country that prevented continued gatherings ……..thanx for the memories Jimmy. You are now at peace in the hands of the Lord🙏🙏🙏
Tanya
Rest in peace Jim.🙏❤️
Buzzy and Tanya
Gail Hutton Dougherty
I have been looking for his obituary for quite a long time, I also was in his graduating class at William Penn High School the Class of 1957. I couldn’t attend his funeral but remember him s a hard worker and a very nice person. I remember when he worked at the Dog House, Dupont’s and his last job at St Peters School in New Castle Remember him always as a person who never gave up. I remember him well from class our class reunions and sports. Go Bless Jim and his family just remember Jim isn`t in any pain any more. Gail Hutton Dougherty
Rustey Rykiel Meyer
Oh, my, this is a big loss for Jim’s family. I worked for & with Jim for DuPont in Wilmington, DE many eons ago. I was just starting out in the working world & Jim was often understanding if I struggled with something when I was the newbie. I remember when he married Linda Ginn, how proud he was of his children, how immaculate he kept his office.
May he Rest In Peace.