James Anthony Mallon

James Mallon enjoyed bringing sounds of the world into the ears of many but his true passion was navigating the open waters of the globe on a sailboat. Mallon, who passed away at age 89 in his hometown of Annapolis, Md. on Nov. 1, 2022, could see to the horizon and when adversity in his life came along, the limitless water provided comfort. James Mallon, better known to family and friends as “Jimmy,’’ was born on May 20, 1933 in Brooklyn, N.Y. to Lillias and Aloysius Mallon. His mother passed away when he was only four years old, leaving him and his two older sisters. Jimmy was predeceased by his son Christopher Mallon and sister Eileen Piro. He is survived by his sister Gloria Connor, daughter Kellie Mallon and his two granddaughters. He is also survived by his many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. Always willing to seek out a new adventure, he once tried out for the St. Cecelia’s (N.J.) Prep football team. No matter he was small in stature, Jimmy boldly walked up on the first day of practice to the coach, who happened to be future Hall of Famer Vince Lombardi. “Where should I play, coach?’’ Jimmy asked. Lombardi took one look at Jimmy and, with the hint of a smile, growled, “Another sport!’’ Jimmy enlisted in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and served in various parts of the world during his seven years of service. Upon his return to the United States, Jimmy was employed by three major TV networks ( CBS, ABC, NBC) ending his career at ABC as a Technical Operations Manager. He enjoyed his work said his niece. He would tell us the stories of the many presidents and famous people he met filming “60 Minutes” and the hardest day for him was the day he handed in his White house credentials to the secret service upon his retirement. During the first Persian Gulf War, his health was severely compromised when he suffered lung damage due to exposure to toxins while filming the oil well fires in Kuwait.

In retirement Jim’s greatest love was sailing and when he was no longer able to sail after an injury he went back to school for classes in web design and further enhanced his technical skills.

He will be missed by his family and close friends and always remembered for his easy smile and open heart.

Services are private. Please feel free to share your memories of Jim on the tribute wall.