James Bloss

Jim was an important and beloved member the Monroe Arts Council for years. He was always the first to volunteer for tasks others were reluctant to sign up for - even when his health was in decline. He was a great adviser and an encouragement to me in everything I did for the organization. I still marvel at his heart for service to the community. The photo shows Jim at the kids' craft table at Movies Under the Moon at Lake Tye Park in 2023; the movie was Top Gun, so of course he was there to...

Jim and I were cousins, growing up in St. Louis, Missouri. My husband and I moved to Washington State and we reconnected with Jim, his wife Lynn and their family. Being with JIm and Lynn from time to time and receiving email from him over several years, Jim shared his wisdom, observations, knowledge, cleverness, concerns, and cares.. He reminisced about our shared family history, his time in the Air Force and his meeting Lynn. He loved his family. I saw in Jim the kindness and enthusiasm...

To Lynn and Family: Jim was a public servant in the highest sense. He believed in governance, was open to other opinions, and offered historical perspective on a multitude of Issues being considered by boards and committees we served together on. He was truly a man for all seasons! All our condolences at his passing. May God bless and keep you. Roger Bacon

Jim was a trailblazer who cleared the way for those who came after him. His humor and wit made it easier for others to talk about hard things. His care and vision has made Monroe and Snohomish County a better place to live. I am very grateful for the mentoring he gave me over the years. He was always willing to share a story or two, or ten if he thought it could help. I rejoice for the Kingdom of Heaven, where he is already back to work I am sure, but sorrowful for the community of Earth...

Jim´s intelligence, wit, energy, dedication, and concern for the welfare of others stand out as I remember him. In the two years that I knew him as a co-leader of Snohomish Citizens Climate Lobby, I always had the sense that Jim knew he was living on `borrowed time´ and that drove him to contribute as much as he could. He was a constant reminder of all that is good in the world.

As one of the co-state coordinators for Citizens' Climate Lobby, and I wanted to share our gratitude for Jim's work with CCL. He had 10 ideas for every one of mine and the energy and perseverance to see them through! His life is an undying inspiration to me.

Dear Lynn and family, I was sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He accomplished a lot over his lifetime and touched many lives. Prayers are with you all. Love Sue Johnson

I'm very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I worked with Jim on the Monroe growth management committee years ago. I remember Jim as kind, patient, deliberate, positive, and full of life. He mentioned that he started the taxi business partly in order to get to know his new home community. What a brilliant way to do it! I'm sorry and sad for his family. I sure he was deeply treasured.