James J. Courain, 54, of River Edge, entered into eternal life on November 3, 2025. Beloved husband of 25 years to Linda (née DiPopolo). Loving father of Mary, Jack and Erin. Survived by sisters-in-law, Roseann (David) Smith and Phyllis Campos and Drew Keena, Ria (Bobby) Scott, and brother-in-law, Al (Teri) DiPopolo. Also survived by nieces, nephews, godchildren, and countless close friends who he considered family. Predeceased by his father Jack J. Courain and father-in-law Alfonso DiPopolo.
Jamie was born in Ridgewood, NJ, and was employed as a logistics specialist with Bloomberg, LP of Orangeburg, NY.
Jamie was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a loyal friend to many. Jamie took pride in his children, who he considered his life success, constantly letting them know how much he loved them. Jamie cherished his family and the friends who became family, always finding joy in the simple things—especially in the Fall, his favorite season.
Jamie’s adventurous spirit led him and Linda to obscure restaurants, scouting out wineries throughout the region, and long drives listening to his 80’s hair bands; most of all Kiss. Jamie was known for his quick wit, one liners, and movie references (he had one for everything). Jamie loved football, cheering for the New York Giants, and most of all, a room filled with laughter, good stories, and the people he loved.
A true storyteller, Jamie had a gift for bringing people together around the table, sharing conversation, humor, and heart. His warmth, kindness, and love for life will forever be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
A celebration of Jamie’s life will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Beaugard-McKnight Funeral Home, 869 Kinderkamack Road, River Edge (https://www.google.com/maps/search/869+Kinderkamack+Road,+River+Edge?entry=gmail&source=g). A Prayer Service will take place at 6:30 PM. Cremation is private.
- In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the family https://gofund.me/83017a39c