James Warren DeSart

James (Jim) Warren DeSart, 73, passed away in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 14, 2017. Jim was born in Bend, Oregon on October 14, 1943 and grew up in Lake City, Iowa. He moved to Henderson, Nevada when he was a sophomore and graduated from Basic High School in 1962. Jim attended UNLV and received a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Education and a Master’s of Science Degree in Special Education. Jim moved on to become the Assistant Principal of Opportunity School, Sunset High School, and KO Knudson Jr. High School; and spent his career helping special education students in the Clark County School District achieve their goal of graduation. He was a bright, funny, compassionate man who always emulated integrity and had a remarkable work ethic. Jim is preceded in death by his father Harold and his brother Ronald. He is survived by his wife Tina, his mother Helen, his sister Michele, his three adult children Greg, Heather and Cameron, his 7 grandchildren and his two great-grandchildren. Jim enjoyed morning walks with Tina and his dog Lucy, barbequing, and spending time with his family and friends. Jim was beloved by those that knew him and will be missed.