Jim Attra

Jim was a successful self-taught man who married his first true love, Beatrice Carlin, in the 1940’s. They raised four children together, before Beatrice passed away in 1980. Jim was a World War II army veteran who served in Europe and was part of the Normandy beach invasion. Born on 6th street, Jim's family was part of old Austin, and he was active in the East Austin community.

Jim worked in the electronics field for his entire career. He learned about televisions when they were first created, and he loved to repair them. He traveled throughout Austin (mainly East Austin) repairing televisions. He soon became known as the man you called if your TV needed repair. He had a strong work ethic and a big heart. Jim enjoyed sharing his life with his partner of 35 years, Eva Davila. They loved to dance, go out together, cook, and be with each other. Dad always loved visits and phone calls from his family and friends. He never passed up a chance to go to Costco, Wal-Mart, or HEB.

He loved Eva and her family, his children, and his grandchildren, very much. Dad also had two other loves - his two dogs, Chula and Tiny. Jim also was fortunate to have some wonderful neighbors, including Sigi and Mary, Ellie and Janis, and Marie. He will be missed very much, but remembered in our hearts forever.

Jim is survived by: his four children: Carol Attra Gresser, Ed Attra (and wife Rebecca Martinez), Jim Attra (and wife Jessica Attra) and Gina Attra Wilhelm, and numerous grandchildren. He is also survived by his partner, Eva Davila.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 18 from 5-7pm with a Rosary at 7pm at Cook-Walden Funeral Home, 6100 N. Lamar Blvd Austin, TX. Graveside services will be on Monday, January 19 at 11am at Assumption Cemetery, 3650 South IH-35, Austin, TX.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Austin Pets Alive or the Austin Humane Society.