CHESAPEAKE—James A. Resolute, Sr., passed away on Monday, September 2nd, 2024. He was born in Portsmouth, VA, the beloved son of the late Albert J. Resolute, Sr. and Mary Pauline Resolute.

In addition to his parents, Jim was predeceased by his wife, Mary Ann Resolute; his brother, Albert  "Butch" J. Resolute, Jr.; and his beloved daughter, Rosina Cecelia Resolute. He is survived by his son, James A. Resolute, Jr. (Melissa); a daughter, Suzanne Resolute; a sister, Mary Sue Resolute (Victor); and his grandchildren Wyatt and Anna Simpson.

Jim was a proud member of St. Paul's High School Class of 1961 and a graduate of Old Dominion University.  He spent his 32-year career in civil service for the US Navy, retiring as the Financial Manager Comptroller for SUPSHIP. After his civil service career, he served as the Interim Executive Director of the Norfolk Zoo and the Maryview Foundation.

In response to the death of his daughter Rosina to childhood leukemia, Jim was the founding President of the Board Directors of the Tidewater Ronald McDonald House (TRMH) which he served for many years. The TRMH has served over 25,000 families since opening in 1981. He was also involved in numerous other charitable organizations, such as St. Jude's Children's Hospital and King's Daughters Children's Hospital. He was on the Board of Directors for Portsmouth General Hospital as well as other numerous civic organizations.

An avid runner for many years, Jim was a member of the Tidewater Striders and involved in many runs for charity through that association. He was instrumental in the restoration of St. Paul's Catholic Church, especially the historic stained glass windows. Jim has touched many lives through his volunteerism in various charitable organizations in Hampton Roads. Many folks are thankful to him for their careers because of his effort in obtaining them employment in the Norfolk Naval Shipyard.

A Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 9, at St. Paul Catholic Church, 522 High St., Portsmouth. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 404 Colley Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23507.  Condolences may be registered at BWFosterFuneralHome.com.