James Joseph Nevins, of Baiting Hollow, NY, passed away peacefully at the age of 76 on January 24,2025 surrounded by loving family. Born in Manhattan, NY, to James Nevins and Dolores Tonnini, who predeceased him. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Susan; his children; Daniel, Lauren, Katelyn and Allyson; and his cherished grandchildren.

James was an intelligent and creative individual with a very strong mind. In his youth, he was number 1 in his class at a competitive private school. He went on to be accepted to the NYU School of Business in New York City, where he met his wife, Susan, who attended the Mt. Sinai School of Nursing; they were inseparable from the moment they met. After graduation, James and Susan married and lived in NYC and Hicksville, before moving to Huntington, NY, where they spent 30 years raising their four children.

A successful businessman in corporate America for many years, James eventually left Wall Street to form his own maritime company, Seaport Worldwide Associates Incorporated (S.W.A.N), which he took great pride in. His business afforded him the opportunity to work locally and be more involved in his children’s daily activities. James was very active in coaching soccer teams for his children when they were young; he later became a soccer referee and track and field officiant, amongst other sports.

A devoted and doting husband, father, and grandfather, the family James and Susan created together was his deepest pride and joy. Dedicated to his daughter, Katelyn, who has special needs, he and his wife were also generous and kind to the other clients in the home. Over the years they extended this same compassion to many others who were underprivileged, disabled and suffering. James was a forgiving man who believed in redemption. A devout Catholic, he took solace in attending church; visiting shrines (St. Theresa held a special place in their hearts) and ushering at St. Patrick’s Church in Huntington for more than a decade.

In retirement, James devoted himself to taking care of his wife after she concluded her distinguished career of over fifty years at Mount Sinai Hospital. His other purpose in life was helping his children and grandchildren in any way he could; visiting with them was a favorite pastime. James was a person who would drop whatever he was doing to be there for family, anytime and anywhere. He and Susan spent their later years in beautiful Eastern Long Island where they enjoyed a leisurely pace of life. James pursued his hobbies, which included playing the guitar; swimming; going to the beach; and taking long drives. He also loved trivia and had a vast knowledge of many subjects. James had an appreciation for comedy; his sense of humor was one of his many attributes. Storytelling, nostalgia, and music were amongst his other interests.

James’s final days were filled with love and comfort. He was surrounded by beloved family and his favorite music…

“And when you finally fly away, I’ll be hoping that I served you well

For all the wisdom of a lifetime, no one can ever tell…

Be courageous and be brave

And in my heart you’ll always stay, Forever Young.”

He will be forever in our hearts.

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