James J. (Jim) Fletcher, a resident of Darien, passed away at age 88 on April 30, 2026, at Stamford Hospital. He was born to the late Maynard Fletcher and Clara Whalen Fletcher on June 28, 1937.
James graduated from St. Anselm’s College in New Hampshire, earning his bachelor’s degree. He then began his career by starting his own business, J.J. Fletcher Company, working as an insurance investigations agent. He was a longtime parishioner at St. Thomas More Parish in Darien as well as a member of the Darien Men’s Association. James enjoyed golfing, playing handball, boating, country music, motorcycles and cars.
He is survived by his wife Barbara; one daughter, Jennifer Fletcher of Stamford; two brothers, David Fletcher and Paul Fletcher; two sisters, Clara Quintal and Patsy Jackson; and one cousin, William Morrison. He was predeceased by two brothers, Peter Fletcher and Thomas Fletcher.
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bridge of Life (https://bridgeoflifeinternational.org) in memory of James.