Jim died in his sleep Sept. 12, 2004, at home.
Born in Concordia, Kan., Jim prepared for college at Modesto [Calif.] High School. At Princeton, he majored in electrical engineering, was a member of Terrace Club, where he served on the bicker committee, and played numerous I.A.A. sports. After graduation he served as a lieutenant in the Army Signal Corps. He settled in Phoenix and earned a master's in electrical engineering at Arizona State University. He worked for General Electric in the computer engineering department.
Jim was a charter member of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church and was active in many community activities. According to his wife, "He gave to others without questions asked."
Jim is survived by his wife of 49 years, Grace; daughter Laura; sons James Jr. and Steven; and two grandchildren. Jim and Grace attended our 50th reunion. The class extends sympathy to his family in their loss.
The Class of 1954