James J. Macksoud

90, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Friday, August 2, 2019. He was the beloved husband of Ann S. (Kolb) Macksoud for 61 years. Born in Central Falls, he was a son of the late Habib and Lila (Siber) Macksoud. James was a graduate of Central Falls High School, Class of 1947, and served his country in the U. S. Army during the Korean War. He earned bachelors’ degrees from Bryant College (Class of 1949) and the University of Rhode Island (Class of 1955). James was a Chartered Life Underwriter who had a 62-year career, retiring at age 89, as a life insurance agent for Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company in Providence. James will be remembered by his family and dear friends as a beloved, kind and gentle man, with an uplifting and cheerful outlook on life. He had a sweet and beautiful smile that would light-up a room. James was strong, loving and maintained his dignity and poise even throughout his lengthy illness. Among the many interests in his life were traveling, jogging, playing...