Wilmington community remembers Jim Patsalos, founder of beloved Jimbo's diner

Patsalos, the longtime co-owner of Jimbo's Breakfast & Lunch House, was remembered for his hard work and generosity.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

The Wilmington community is mourning the loss of Jim Patsalos, the founder of the beloved Jimbo's Breakfast & Lunch House on South College Road. Patsalos, who co-owned the diner for many years, was remembered for his kind and generous spirit, as well as his dedication to his work. His family credits the Wilmington community for its support, and services are set for February 12 and 13.

Why it matters

Jimbo's Breakfast & Lunch House was a longstanding institution in Wilmington, known for its homestyle cooking and welcoming atmosphere. Patsalos' passing marks the end of an era for the local diner, which had become a fixture in the community over the decades.

The details

Patsalos co-owned Jimbo's Breakfast & Lunch House on South College Road in Wilmington for many years. The diner was known for its homestyle cooking and friendly service, and had built up a loyal following in the community. Patsalos was remembered by his family and friends as a hard-working and generous individual who was dedicated to his business and the customers he served.

  • Patsalos' services are set for February 12 and 13.

The players

Jim Patsalos

The longtime co-owner of Jimbo's Breakfast & Lunch House, a beloved diner in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Jimbo's Breakfast & Lunch House

A longstanding diner in Wilmington, North Carolina, known for its homestyle cooking and welcoming atmosphere.

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The takeaway

The passing of Jim Patsalos, the founder of the iconic Jimbo's Breakfast & Lunch House, marks the end of an era for a beloved local institution that had become a fixture in the Wilmington community over the decades.