FORT MYERS – James Patrick Mooney, 82, died peacefully Saturday, April 2, 2022. Born in Boston, MA, September 30, 1939, the son of the late William "Woody" Mooney and Doris (Guenthner) Mooney. Jim attended St. Ann's Catholic School and Dorchester High School. Following high school Jim served his country honorably from 1958 to 1960. After returning to Dorchester following his service in the US Army, Jim joined his father's business, Mooney's Plumbing and Heating where he learned to be a skilled technician and ultimately became the owner of the business. Jim later became a talented builder of custom homes, building several beautiful homes in Falmouth, MA on Cape Cod where he had settled with his wife Karen (Cuddy) Mooney. Jim was a very talented artist who captured his great appreciation for the beauty that he recognized in barns, buildings, boats and people. Jim was a true lover of animals, nature, fishing and old movies. He was a true New England sports fan, who especially loved his New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox. Jim was also a proud member of Alcoholics Anonymous for several decades during which he served as a sponsor and friend to many in his fellowship. He is survived by his wife Karen (Cuddy) Mooney of Fort Myers, FL and their daughter Kerri (Notto) Kellan and her husband Christopher Kellan of Atkinson, NH. Jim is also survived by his three sons, James Mooney and his wife Karen Mooney, Mark Mooney, and Eric Mooney. Jim also leaves behind many beloved grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Jim is also survived by his brother William J. Mooney and sister-in-law Ellen Mooney. Jim was predeceased by his parents, brother John "Jack" Mooney and his daughter Carla M Mooney. Services will be held at St. Columbkille Catholic Church 12171 Iona Rd, Fort Myers, FL on April 12th at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Yana Foundation in Fort Myers, FL that Jim was involved with for many years.