James Bryan Crist
1956 - 2014
James Bryan Crist
1956 - 2014
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BORN
1956
DIED
2014
James Crist Obituary
Jim was born in Austin, Minnesota on October 31st 1956 to Margaret and John Crist. He graduated from Austin High School and then went on to graduate from University of Minnesota, Duluth with a BA in Business. He worked for Kmart Corp. right out of college; managing several stores through out the U.S. Jim final store was the River Road store #7143 in Puyallup, WA. He managed that store for 12 years. He worked for the Kmart Corp. for over 33 years.
Jim was a hard working man, he loved doing his job and doing it well. He has a strong work ethic and was very proud of his job.
Jim was all about family, they were his everything. He loved watching his children grow, and was excited about each milestone. He loved watching them in sporting events, and reworked his schedule to try to see them in every event he could. Jim loved that all of his children played instruments and loved attending their concerts. He was so proud to be a dad, it meant everything to him. They are his greatest achievement.
Jim is survived by his 4 children Betheny Minerich(daughter) of Navarre, Florida (grandson Connor Minerich son in law Jeremy Minerich) Miranda Crist(daughter), Jessica Crist(daughter) and Brian Crist(son) and Michelle Anderson(wife) of Spanaway. Margaret and John Crist (parents) of Sun City Arizona. Charlotte/Chuck (sister) of Sun City, Arizona, Tom/Anne Crist (brother) of Mapplewood, Minnesota, Bill/Julie Crist (brother)of Marshfield, Wisconsin. He had several nieces/nephews and great nieces/great nephews and cousins.
His Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday February 23rd, 2014 from 2 to 4 at Celebration Center 13603 86th Ave. E Puyallup, WA 98373 In lieu of flowers a donation has been set up for Michelle and their children: at any Key Bank the James B. Crist Family Fund.
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Pam Merrill
February 23, 2014
As I look back at our days together at Puyallup Kmart. I think of Jim as the amazing man and leader he was. Always working so hard and loving every minute of it. Always showing how much he cared about each and every one of us. He was our teacher, protector, leader, and friend. When he talked about his family his eyes would light up and you could see they were the center of his world. I will always remember how he would walk fast through the apparel depts. and say over his shoulder, "are you done yet," with a big smile on his face. You are so missed Jim and heaven has gained a mighty warrior.
Lisa Schey
February 23, 2014
Jim was one of a kind, the best boss I've ever had. He was so understanding and cared about all of us at # 7143. Rest in Peace in Jim you will be missed. I know you will be watching over all of us.
Heather McLendon
February 23, 2014
Jim was the best boss I could of ask for. I learned a lot from him and I will miss him. God gained a good man, he is loved by many that knew him and he will be greatly miss.
Leslie West
February 23, 2014
Jim was the true love of my sister's life and she was his! And, how do I know this? He put up with her for 18 years...ha ha...and he would have for another 18 if he could have! Jim loved his family above and more than anything else! This was and is his legacy. Jim will continue to love and watch over, like the warrior he was, Michelle, Betheny, Miranda, Jessica, Brian and Connor for true love never dies!
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Teresa Diessner
February 23, 2014
Rest in peace. You will be missed.
Diane Dietzman
February 23, 2014
When I think of Jim, my heart is so HAPPY. He was one of a kind. Amazing and so loving to each person in his life. Even a stranger would feel the same love. He not only smiled with his lips, but with every part of himself. Jim was an amazing Manager to work with. Always a kind word even if something didn't go right. He was the hardest worker I have ever met. No matter how sick he was always there working and with a smile. Jim, Thank You for BLESSING me and teaching me so much. I know we will meet again in Heaven. Love you and your family. Diane Dietzman
Janice Cughan
February 22, 2014
When I think of Jim I think of a man that gave his all in everything he did, his family and work. I loved working with Jim because he treated you as an equal with dignity and respect. Jim was a leader in everything he did and when he gave you a job, you wanted to do the best job ever because he believed in you. You wanted to make him proud because Jim was proud of everything he did, no one could stop Jim when he was on a "mission"! My favorite memories of Jim is I would work in the mornings before the store opened and I was busy getting the job done, here Jim would walk around the corner and say morning and it didn't matter that I heard him coming, I would jump and scream! It didn't matter where I was, Jim had that affect on me! There were a couple times that I would scare him when I screamed and all he could do is smile! For his 50 birthday I dressed up as the reaper, never letting on it was me, he kept saying Michelle is that you?! To this day I don't know if he ever knew it was me or Michelle! Jim you were the most awesome boss I could ever work for and you were family. I will truly miss you.. God speed... <3 Janice
christy olmos
February 22, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. May your special memories of your great romance help ease your grief. And May the Lord Comfort you!
Candy Asante
February 22, 2014
Jim was a wonderful man and manager. He loved his wife Michelle so much. His children was his life. You will be missed so much. Everyone one that met him loved him. He was always so much fun to be around. We love you Jim.
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