James Murray Gage

James Murray Gage, 92, of Brewster, MA died peacefully at home on April 4, 2020. Born in 1927 in Brewster, he was the son of the late Ernest and Sarah (Murray) Gage. He graduated from Orleans High School in 1945 and he received his engineering degree from Lowell State.

Jim enlisted in the Army and was stationed in Ft. Campbell, Kentucky for 18 months. He had a tryout with the Chicago White Sox. Returning home to Brewster, he worked for the Commonwealth of MA as a civil engineer for 41 years. In October 1953, Jim married the love of his life, Beverly Jones, and they settled in Brewster for 67 years together.

Jim is survived by his children JoAnn Donahue (Jon) of RI, Sheree Eldredge (David), David Gage (Marianne) and James Gage, Jr. all of Brewster. He was a loving grandfather to Janna, Jack, Becky, Matt, Katelyn, Kelsey, Nicole, Samantha, Sara, Molly, Amy and Mary and cherished his 16 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Jim was a voluntary captain on the Brewster Fire Dept. for 16 years as well as a former member of the Brewster Planning Board and Finance Com. He was treasurer for the Brewster Boy Scouts for 10 years.

For 18 years, Jim worked as a park attendant at Nauset Beach.

Jim was a sports enthusiast. He played baseball for many years with the Orleans/Brewster amateur league and continued playing ball with the old-timers softball league. He also coached Brewster Little League. Jim’s hobbies included hunting, fishing and gardening. He was an avid Red Sox fan.

The family would like to thank their dear friend, Sue Eldredge, for her help and support during these difficult times and to the caring staff of Hospice of Cape Cod for their kindness and dedication.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Brewster Fire Dept., Brewster, MA will be appreciated.

A Celebration of Jim's Life will be held at the Brewster Baptist Church on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at 11:00 AM. For online condolences, please visit www.nickersonfunerals.com.