James Roosevelt 1907 – 1991

Biography

James Roosevelt was born on December 23, 1907, in New York City, the son of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who would become the 32nd President of the United States. Growing up in a prominent political family during a transformative period in American history, James was shaped by the responsibilities and opportunities that came with his distinguished heritage. His life spanned most of the twentieth century, witnessing profound changes in the nation and the world.

James Roosevelt passed away on August 13, 1991, in Newport Beach, California, at an advanced age. His final resting place is Pacific View Memorial Park in Newport Beach, a serene setting that reflects the peaceful close of a long life. Though details of his personal accomplishments remain limited in the historical record, James Roosevelt’s life was intrinsically connected to one of America’s most consequential presidencies and a pivotal era in the nation’s development.