James C Dybes, Jr.

A Great Life

James C. Dybes, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away at Scripps Green Hospital following surgery, October 16, 2020. He is survived by his wife Jean, his son James Dybes, III, grandchildren Marlo and Vanessa, and great grandchildren Jade and Hector. James was born May 25, 1928 in Boston Massachusetts and lived in West Roxbury, Massachusetts. He enlisted in the army after high school and served in Japan during the Occupation as the editor of Stars and Strips newspaper. After his tour of duty, he received a B.A. in Education from Boston University, and eventually a master’s degree in Education. In the early 60’s he and his wife Marilyn moved to San Diego to teach for San Diego City Schools. He taught for 30 years. After Marilyn’s passing, James married Jean Dybes and they spent seventeen wonderful years together enjoying music and world travel. James had other interests including flying single propeller airplanes and private jets, USO volunteer work, reading, Jazz events, tennis, fishing in San Diego and Mexico, automobiles, technology and current events. James resided in Carlsbad, California until his death. He will be laid to rest at the Glenn Abbey mortuary in Bonita, California. In lieu of flowers his family would appreciate any donations be sent to the Wounded Warrior Project. www.woundedwarriorproject.org.