Jim is survived by his loving wife, Connie, daughters, Margaret Whalen(Jeff), Mary Levy, Melissa Callens (Jim), Anne Silveira(Tim) and sons, Michael (Georgette) and James (Michele). Jim was an adoring Papa to 12 grandchildren. Jim was born May 21, 1930 in San Jose. He was a graduate of Bellarmine College Prep and Santa Clara University. After retiring from PGE he enjoyed traveling the world with his wife and visiting and vacationing with his family at Lake Tahoe. He was a dedicated member of the Serra Club and long time parishioner and volunteer at Saint Clare Parish in Santa Clara. Jim is remembered for his love and devotion to is wife of 58 years and to his family. He was a man of integrity who left a lasting legacy of wisdom, faith and compassion. A Rosary will be held at 6:30pm on Thursday, November 1, 2012 at Lima Family Santa Clara, 466 N. Winchester Blvd. Funeral Mass at 11 am on Friday, November 2, 2012 at St. Clare Parish. Interment to follow at Santa Clara Mission Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Serra Club or charity of your choice.
