Friday, September 8, 2023 | 10:30 AM
Jim was called to his eternal rest on August 27, 2023, passing on peacefully while surrounded by family. He was born in Buffalo, NY, and cherished the experience of growing up on a small farm in the area. His inquisitive nature and desire to excel led to degrees in mathematics and electrical engineering. It was during his studies in New York City that he met his wife of 57 years, Karen. They and their sons, Phil and Jason, enjoyed living in various U.S. cities during Jim’s career with the Hewlett-Packard Co. While he deeply enjoyed being a part of a great company, that was dwarfed by the pride he had in his sons and their families.
Following retirement, Jim and Karen spent about a decade in Flat Rock, NC. They marveled at the beauty of the surrounding mountains and the vitality of small-town life. After a period of time living outside Boulder, CO, they settled in the Twin Cities, where they enjoyed the variety of seasons and activities in the community.
Jim may have retired from industry, but he never slowed down. He devoted time to tutoring elementary and high school students, serving on the board of the homeowners’ association, volunteering at the Boys and Girl Clubs of America and local food banks, and filling numerous roles at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Edina, MN. In his spare time, he could be seen on one of his bicycles or working in the yard.
Jim is survived by his wife, Karen, and their sons, Phil and Jason, and their families living in CO and MN. His sister Chris lives in upstate NY.
Visitation to be held at 9:30 AM on Friday, September 8, 2023, and the funeral will be at 10:30 AM.