James L "Jim" Lippert

Known to us only as “Santa”, my husband and I, senior seniors, met Santa last year when we had our Christmas photo taken with him. He was quite taken with us for visiting Santa. We had time for a little chat and we were to delighted to have that opportunity.

It was shocking and very sad to learn of his death. Condolences to all who were so fortunate to know him well.

Jim was an amazing person inside and out and he will be missed a ton.

Jim was an inspiration every day for me.His positive energy was always needed.We will miss him every day.

You were an angel here on Earth who earned your wings! You live on in my heart Forever! Love you! ~ Sunshine

I have known Jim for over 40 years, he was the most kind, generous man with always a positive upbeat attitude. I have had the good fortune of seeing him every day because I have Hansens furniture, where he was on the corner of division and wall street, as I would drive through the intersection he always waved and when I got out of my car, he would holler good morning, Cindy. For years when my husband was alive, Jim brought in match box cars to my husband, they would talk about cars and other...

Jim was such a legend in the Skagit Valley. He was a long time staff member of Washington Elementary where I knew him and the stalwart crossing guard where he waved to every single vehicle that went by. He safely crossed 1000's of children across a very busy street for years. All the students loved him. He made everyone laugh, smile, and and feel welcomed at school. Of course there was his coveted, decades long (secret) role as Santa Claus where he really sparkled. He was so amazing with...

Jim has been my familys santa since i was born 16 years ago, Thank you for everything Mr lippert.

10 years ago I was taking chemo treatment and my spirits were always lifted by his wonderful wave as I turned the corner on McLean Rd onto Westside Bridge to head for my treatment. Bless him I never forgot that act of kindness.

In loving memory of a wonderful friend. I will love you and miss you always. God bless.