JAMES M. "JIM" MELODY

MELODY, James M. "Jim" Jim of Weymouth, died unexpectedly, on September 30, 2025. He was 64. Jim was born in Boston and grew up in Weymouth. After attending UMass Amherst, Jim made his way to New York City, where he lived for many years and met his wife, Cassandra, before returning to his hometown. For over 30 years, Jim worked in print and radio sales and advertising at the national and local levels. He created and managed events at Radio City Music Hall, World Trade Center, Boston City Hall Plaza, and Union Point in Weymouth, among others. Jim loved giving back to his community and recently decided to dip his toe into local politics and was very excited about the prospect of representing Weymouth as a Councilor at Large. Jim leaves behind many loved ones: including his wife, Cassandra (Partin) Melody; and daughters, Reilly and Ryan Melody. Cherished son of the late Margaret A. (Connolly) and the late Paul J. Melody, Sr. Dearest brother of Maureen (Frank) Connors of Milton, Kate (Lew) Tempesta of Plymouth, Suzanne Melody-Dakin of Weymouth, Jennifer (John) Geraghty of Norwell; and brother-in-law to Sandy Melody of Berkley. Predeceased by brothers, Paul Jr. and Jack Melody. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and incredibly close friends. Jim's first priority, always, was being a dad. His family made cherished memories taking many trips, most recently to France. Among his passions, music was forefront, and he loved to perform. His guitar was with him wherever he went, bringing happiness, laughter, and sing-alongs to every party. Jim had a larger-than-life personality. He would lift people up, share a big laugh, and loved a good "debate" with whomever he met. Jim was a kind, giving, loving soul and will be greatly missed forever. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the Visiting Hours on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 3-7pm, in the McDonald Keohane Funeral Home, SOUTH WEYMOUTH, at 809 Main Street (Rte. 18 opp. So. Shore Hospital). A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, October 9, 2025, in Immaculate Conception Church, Weymouth, at 11 AM. Burial in Fairmount Cemetery, Weymouth. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to the family's GoFundMe. Your support is deeply appreciated. See www.Keohane.com for directions and online condolences.