James was born in Thrissur, India to the late Mr. P.C. Chacko and Rachel Chacko. He graduated with a degree in Electronic Engineering from the Madras Institute of Technology and worked at All India Radio and then at Doordarshan, where he pioneered the advent of television in India. He later worked as a professor at FTII, Pune, and subsequently moved to Saudi Arabia to establish television stations there.
On September 12, 1957, he met and married his beautiful wife, Leela and were soon blessed with two children and in due time four grandchildren. As a family, they loved to travel, enjoyed music and were passionate about serving the church and their community. He was an active volunteer at the Eventide Seniors Home and a dedicated member of the Marthoma Church.
His greatest pride and joy was his family and he often spoke of his wholehearted love for his wife, children, and grandchildren. They set the rhythm and were the melody of his life. As someone who cared deeply for others, he was much loved by his community and kept in touch with members of his family across the globe.
James is survived by his children, Rtd. Group Captain, Jacob James (Beena), and Dr. Mini George (Geogy) and his four grandchildren, Joanna, Joshua, Reah and Grace. He is also survived by his sisters, Gracy in Thrissur and Molly in Bangalore and their families.
He will be dearly missed by his children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews and by all those whose lives he had touched.
A private family Funeral Service will be held. The service will be live streamed, please contact the family for more information.
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