James Francis Dausch

James Francis Dausch, 79, of Pawleys Island, South Carolina passed peacefully into Heaven on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at his home.

Jim was born on November 26, 1946 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to his proud parents, Gilbert and Elizabeth Dausch. After his graduation from Gannon University in 1968, Jim began his career as a Program Manager/Financial Analyst with IBM in Owego, NY and later in Gaithersburg and Bethesda, Maryland. Jim retired from IBM after 25 years of service and began a 17 year career with Lockheed Martin ending in Frederick, Maryland. Jim provided expertise, leadership, and guidance throughout his successful career and was a gifted mentor to his colleagues.

On August 10, 1968, Jim married the love of his life, Gloria Critelli. Together they shared 57 beautiful years of marriage filled with many happy and loving memories. Besides being “Dad”, Jim was also “Coach” to his sons and to many of their friends. He absolutely loved his days of coaching baseball, basketball and soccer.

Jim is survived by his sons Michael (Maria), Jeffrey (Erin) and Robert (Susan) as well as  grandchildren Zach, John Paul, Mary Kate, Charlie, Timmy, Annalise, Will and Kaitlyn. He is also survived by his sister Kathleen (Robert), nieces, nephews and many cousins. He is predeceased in death by his parents and his brother Richard.

As a faithful member of Precious Blood of Christ Catholic Parish, Jim was a member of the Finance Council, Knights of Columbus (Life Director) and Respect Life Ministry. Jim and Gloria co-organized the Grand Strand Proudly Supports St. Clare’s Home fundraiser as well as many other Respect Life events. Every Wednesday Jim assisted in bringing Holy Communion along with a short service to the residents of Inlet Coastal Resort, an assisted living facility in Murrells Inlet.

As a resident of Heritage Plantation, Jim loved being with friends and neighbors for many social activities. Known for his ever-present smile, gentle nature and sense of humor, Jim left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. Jim will be deeply missed by his family and his many friends. Jim leaves all of us with a legacy of a life well lived.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11am at Precious Blood of Christ Catholic Parish, 1633 Waverly Road, Pawleys Island, SC 29585. Following the service, a repast will be held at Heritage Golf Club, 478 Heritage Drive, Pawleys Island, SC 29585.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim’s name to  St. Clare’s Home, 1754 Woodruff Road, #170, Greenville, SC 29607.