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James T. Bill
Oct. 6, 1937 - May 9, 2019
Resident of Albany
James "Jim" Bill died after a brief illness on May 9, 2019 at John Muir Hospital, Walnut Creek, CA. He was attended by close friends, Ed and Patsy McMillan. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Lou. His cousins John, Bosco and Guy Bill and their families of Gridley and the Central Valley survive him.
Jim was born October 6, 1937 in San Leandro, California and raised there in Assumption Parish and attended St. Leander's School. More recently, he was a member of St. Jerome's Parish in El Cerrito, CA which he attended from his home in Albany, CA. Jim was active in both the alumni groups of Bishop O'Dowd High School from which he graduated in the first class in 1955 and St. Patrick's Seminary in Menlo Park.
Except for sojourns in Rome, Italy, and Sunriver, Oregon Jim spent his life in the Bay Area. He studied at the American College in Rome and was ordained there. After resigning from the priesthood in 1971, he studied for a degree in accounting and, after a period at Hood and Strong in San Francisco, became Controller for Gilchrist Timber in Gilchrist, Oregon.
After his retirement from Gilchrist Timber, Jim travelled both throughout this country, Asia, Australia and Europe, most often travelling with and to friends. He especially enjoyed cruising and took at least one cruise a year.
Jim was a quiet man, a stalwart and generous friend who is very much missed by all those who loved him…and there are many.
The funeral mass will be held at the Church of the Assumption at 1100 Fulton Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94577 on Monday, May 20, 2019 at 10:30AM. Interment will follow at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery in Hayward, CA. In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to Contra Costa County CASA www.ccccasa.org, 2151 Salvio Street #295,Concord, CA 94520 or St. Jerome's Parish, 308 Carmel Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530.
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With heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends and all who knew this wonderful man. May fond memories of him comfort his family at this time of sadness. May the God who "binds up the broken hearted" and "comforts all who mourn" strengthen the family during this difficult times. (Isaiah 61:1,2). And may the beautiful hope of everlasting life give you comfort. (John 17:3)
May 28, 2019
Virginia Jessup and daughter Lynda and our families are missing Bill's phone calls and visits! Our deepest condolences to all of his relatives and friends. We knew Bill while he was a accountant at the Gilchrist Timber Co. My father Richard E. Jessup and wife Virginia became very good friends with Bill for years. Richard passed away Feb. 8th, 2019. He was 92. Bill was always positive and uplifting! Rest in Heaven Jim, forever loved ❤
Virginia and Lynda Jessup
May 26, 2019
We will miss you JimOur breakfasts at Fat Apples were always great !Praying for you and know you are in heaven looking down at us all!Goodby dear friendJeanne and Ernie Lageson
Jeanne Lageson
May 20, 2019
My deepest condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May your cherished memories created, brighten your days and help sustain you at this time. John 6:40 gives much comfort by looking forward to Jesus promise of seeing your love one again
Shelia
May 18, 2019
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