He leaves behind his wife of 46 years Darlene, children Matthew (Christine) and Michael, granddaughters Megan and Caitlin, in-laws Ann and Larry Genest and John and Wendy Coates in Victoria. Brothers Adrian (Vanessa), Martin (Angela),Tony (Wendy) and sister Kate (Nigel) in the U.K. Also his longtime friends Ken (Keren) and Tim (Colleen) and their families, and many other friends.
Jim worked in the Design and Printing industry for most of his
life. He loved painting watercolours, playing guitar, and living on beautiful Vancouver Island.
A celebration of life will be held for family and friends in Victoria at 1524 Athlone Drive on April 8, 2018 at 1:00 pm.
Donations appreciated to Canadian Blood Services in lieu of flowers. Thank you to Dr. David MacNaughton, Marilyn and Jubilee outpatient nurses and Kelly at Saanich Community Nursing for their kind and compassionate care.