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James Herman Jessen

Everett, Washington

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January 16, 1940 - May 17, 2019 Jim, also lovingly known as "Papa," passed away in the early morning of Friday, May 17, 2019, surrounded by family. Papa made friends wherever he went -- even if just to the store -- and invited many newfound friends into his home over the years. He had a sense of...

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I don't think there is no other like Papa. I've known this man my whole growing years. He can never sit still. Ifin he wasn't working on his house he'd be working on his truck with his youngest boy Mike. If he wasn't doing any of that we were all camping or going somewhere. He made sure we all had a blast. He was one hell of a dancer. And he can cook and can like no other. He self taught himself many many things. Thank you Papa for being you.

Within the short amount of time we knew papa there was an instant connection like we had known him our whole lives. The smile and uplifting attitude was contagious and with his contagious smile was an even bigger heart that was willing to to help anyone. My daughter and him had a rough start where she was to shy to hug him but the. She quickly warmed up to giving him kisses when where getting ready to leave. It's heard thinking about how such a caring and loving man could leave our world but...

I am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. My warmest condolences go out to your family and friends. May the God of all comport grant you peace and strength during difficult time (Psalm 91:11).