James R. Read, 63, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 31, 2013. He is survived by his loving mother, Melba Read and preceded in death by his father, Walter B. Read. He will be sadly missed by children, Jimmy Read, Tracie (Wade) Flemmer; grandchildren, Samantha, Jessica, Dylan, Abigail, Lexi, Logan and sisters, Linda Mitchell, Patti Hawks and numerous nieces and nephews. Jim spent the last 50 years working as a general contractor and property manager, and, along with his father, helped to create the Denver skyline. Visitation, Thursday, 4-6 pm and service Friday, 1 p.m. followed by burial; all at Olinger Highland, 10201 Grant St, Thornton.