James K. O'Driscoll

James K. “Jamie” O’Driscoll, age 48, of Dartmouth, passed away from a heart condition on July 5, 2026, in St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, MA. He was the husband of Sarah O’Driscoll, to whom he had been married for 12 years.

Born in New Bedford, the son of Kevin F. and Francine M. (Viens) O’Driscoll of Dartmouth, he was a graduate of New Bedford Vocational Technical High School and received his Associate's Degree from MassBay Community College in Automotive Tech.

Jamie was a beloved employee as a Project Manager for Digger’s in Cumberland, RI, for the past five years. Prior to that, he worked as an automotive mechanic and service writer.

Jamie was a World War II memorabilia collector, immensely enjoyed riding motorcycles and dirtbikes, and loved traveling with Sarah and their dogs, Lilly and Gabriel. During his childhood, Jamie traveled with his dad, touring the United States in his Tractor Trailer and visiting 45 of the 48 continental US states. He had a heart of gold, always willing to help, with a great sense of humor, quick wit, and sarcastic remarks. Jamie’s greatest accomplishment was being a loving, caring father. He was also the frontrunner for the “Annual Plunge of the Faithful” fundraiser in honor of his deceased sister.

In addition to his wife and parents, Jamie is survived by his two sons, Tyler James O’Driscoll and Jake F. O’Driscoll; a stepson, Mason Tolman, and several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. Jamie also was blessed with several nieces and nephews including Khloe and Connor Hebert and he was an amazing Godfather to Sabrina Williams and Lyrix Greene. In addition, he was also a father figure to his niece Brooke Greene. Jamie also had a memorable relationship with his “Little Dude” Claytin. He was predeceased by his maternal Grandparents Mariette and Roger Viens, his Aunt Kathleen C. O’Driscoll, his Uncle Fineen T. O’Driscoll, his sister Shannon M. O’Driscoll and his Grandfather Frank J. O’Driscoll. Jamie also had a very remarkable, cherished bond with his predeceased “Nana” Mary F. O’Driscoll.

His visiting hours will be held on Friday, July 17, 2026 from 4 to 8pm in the Waring-Sullivan Home at Dartmouth, 230 Russells Mills Rd., Dartmouth. There will be a Celebration of Life Service at 6pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his honor may be made to the PARL Providence Animal Rescue League @ parl.org. To place an online tribute or for directions, please visit: www.waring-sullivan.com