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Obituary

James “Jim” Kinsella, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026.

Jim is survived by his wife of 33 years, Kathryn “ Kit” Bleecker, his daughter Carrie Dare, husband Brian; son Nathan Kinsella, wife Avi; daughter Shawna Maas, husband Chris and his 8 grandchildren Austin, McKenzie, Braedon, Sydney, Brennen, Grace, Hajer and Nathan James. Further his siblings - Ruth Ann (Adam), Eileen (Ron), John (Lillian) and Jeaunett, and …

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Kit, Carrie, Shawna and Nathan, as well as your spouses and children - while I only knew Jim for a short part of his li…

Kit, Carrie, Shawna and Nathan, as well as your spouses and children - while I only knew Jim for a …

Kit, Carrie, Shawna and Nathan, as well as your spouses and chil…

My deepest condolences to Kit and all of Jim's family.  He was an amazing man and so well loved.
My deepest condolences to Kit and all of Jim's family.  He was an amazing man and so well loved.
My deepest condolences to Kit and all of Jim's family.  He was a…
I remember that video!  A great example of Jim’s ability to let his flag fly.
I remember that video!  A great example of Jim’s ability to let his flag fly.
I remember that video!  A great example of Jim’s ability to let …

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Born

1948
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Passed away

March 23rd, 2026
Silver Spring, MD

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James "Jim" Kinsella