
Our beloved Jim passed away on December 9, 2023, after an eight-year journey with Alzheimer's Disease.
Jim was born in Bell, Ca. in 1939. He graduated from John Muir High School 1959, and continued his Naval Reserve training. He was assigned to the ship The USS Bryce Canyon. As a Helmsman, he steered the ship in and out of ports. After discharge from the Navy, he enrolled in Cal State, LA, graduating with his teaching degree. His Navy experience gave him a love of travel, going to Europe many times.
He is survived by his wife, Linda, married 35 wonderful years, most of them in Santa Cruz mountains. Stepfather to Richard, Randy and Jason. Jim became a beloved grandfather to 4 grandchildren: Britany, Makayla, Shelby and Michael.
He is loved by many friends both locally and in Europe and will be greatly missed. A Celebration of his Life will be held at Henry Cowell State Park in May.
Published in Press Banner · January 23, 2024