James Francis McGreevy of Peconic died on Feb. 27, 2024, at his family home. He was 53 years old.

Born on November 21, 1970, he was the son of Ronald and Doris McGreevy.

McGreevy graduated from Mattituck High School in 1988. He was known for his good-natured spirit and hands-on problem-solving abilities. His family said he will be remembered for his warmth, kindness, and willingness to help his friends and family with any task. He enjoyed going to the beach with his family, boating, fishing, and motocross racing.

He is survived by his parent, his wife, Jennifer (nee Kosciusko), son, Justin, his brothers Peter (Colleen) McGreevy and Michael McGreevy, his nephew Gavin McGreevy, mother-in-law Ellen Kosciusko and brother-in-law Steve Kosciusko.

The family received visitors on March 2 at the DeFriest-Grattan Funeral Home in Mattituck. Funeral services were officiated by Father Michael Bartholomew of Our Lady of Good Counsel R.C. Church. In lieu of flowers, donations to North Fork Animal Welfare League in McGreevy’s honor would be appreciated.