James J. Navagh of Holmdel died peacefully at home on October 9, 2013. He was born in Manhattan and was a proud alumnus of Regis High School and Fordham University. While he worked as a systems analyst at E.F. Hutton for most of his career, Jim's true vocation was as a devoted husband and father. Jim was also an active member of St. Catharine's Parish in Holmdel. He served as a Eucharistic minister and was a member of the first Parish Council, St. Vincent de Paul Society, and the St. Andrew's men's group. He is survived by Kathleen, his loving wife of 45 years; daughters Eileen Conrad, Sheila Buck, and Jeanne Navagh; and grandchildren Kevin, Delaney, and Matthew Buck. Visitation will be held at Holmdel Funeral Home at 26 South Holmdel Road on Sunday, October 13 from 2 - 6 p.m. The funeral Mass will be held at St. Catharine's Church in Holmdel on Monday, October 14 at 9:15 a.m. followed by entombment at Holmdel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Covenant House online or at P.O. Box 731 New York, NY 10108-0900.