James Edward Redden

Jim Redden had enough charisma for two people. Which was a good thing. He was two people. Jim´s outward persona as a rough-around-the-edges, hard-living, football-loving, oilfield good ole boy was charming and entertaining. Jim was easy to befriend and fun to be around. Although his capacity for enjoying a good time exceeded that of most of us, his always upbeat temperament was a magnetic attraction. But, as brightly colored as it was, Jim´s outward side was mostly a container for the...

Karen, I worked with Jim in Amarillo, sharing the highs and lows of working in a place that wasn't exactly home. When he landed his first job in Houston, I helped him pack up and rode with him as far as Austin where we went to Barton Springs and the Texas Chili Parlor. The next morning, a friend that worked at the Capitol lined me up a ride to the airport as Jim finished the trip to Houston. Greg Rohloff

Karen, So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family. Jim was a good friend and business associate for many years and I always had the upmost respect for his ability. He was a unique individual and he will be missed. Roy Markum