James Vincent Hickey Jr.

James V. Hickey, Jr., 79, of Peekskill, NY, passed away on March 16, 2026, at home with family by his side.

Born to James V. Hickey, Sr. and Rose Bonavita on July 15, 1946, Jim was a proud graduate of Peekskill High School. He continued on to study accounting and Greek philosophy at Utica College of Syracuse University. Jim had a distinguished career, culminating with his role as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Degussa Engineered Carbons in Parsippany, NJ.

Jim loved to travel and lived life to the fullest. He ventured through Europe, the Middle East, and across the United States, returning home with countless stories that filled every room he entered. He lived by the belief, "Life is a journey, not a destination. Don't miss out on the adventures."

An avid reader, Jim had a passion for mysteries and thrillers. He was equally at home on the golf course, where he shared the game with the love of his life, Linda. He was also a devoted fisherman and enjoyed crabbing on the Hudson. Jim had an impeccable sense of humor and was a riveting storyteller, known for his quick wit and memorable limericks.

Above all, Jim cherished his family. He married the love of his life, Linda Travis, on September 28, 1968, and celebrated 43 years until her passing in 2012. He was a loving father to his three children, Edward Hickey, of Peekskill, Jolene (Vincent "Boo") Vesce, of Mooresville, NC, and Melissa (Derek) Kisslinger, of Cold Spring, and a devoted grandfather to Gianna, Vincent, Kyle, James, John, and Sophia.

He is also survived by his brother, Dr. Joseph T. (Lisa) Hickey, of Hilton Head, SC, and his sister, Rosemarie (Kenny) Pryor, of Malibu, CA, as well as his four nephews, Joseph, Kevin (Jordan), Sean, and Patrick.

Jim was a devout Catholic, a beloved parishioner of the Church of the Holy Spirit, and a proud member of the Knights of Columbus, Council #462.

Visitation will be held at Joseph F. Nardone Funeral Home, 414 Washington Street, Peekskill, NY, on Monday, March 23, 2026, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Funeral Mass will be held at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 1969 Crompond Road, Cortlandt Manor, NY, on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 10:15 am.

Interment to follow at Assumption Cemetery

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Church of the Holy Spiri t, Cortlandt Manor.