James is survived by his wife, Barbara Anne Thompsen; Sons, Matthew Thompsen and Martin Thompsen; Grandsons, Cole and Mason Thompsen. He is also survived by his Step-son, Richard Oxborough and Step-daughter, Deanna Purcell.
He was an avid die-hard fan of the San Francisco Giants and San Francisco 49ers. Also a member of Cold Springs Country Club in Placerville, California.
Any remembrance should go to a foundation that does any Diabetic Research.