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James Harryman Obituary
James "Jim" Harryman, at the age of 83, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home in Bellevue on the morning of December 6, 2019.
Jim was born in Missouri, one of 13 brothers & sisters, and moved with his family to Seattle, graduating from West Seattle High School. He was the first member of his family to go on to college at the University of Washington where he played shortstop on a baseball scholarship. Jim was a member of the Alpha Sigma Chi fraternity. After graduating, he began his teaching & coaching career at Shoreline H.S. and then on to Bellevue Community College (now Bellevue College) as the college's first Athletic Director (1970 - 87) and first baseball coach (1970 - 74); with the BCC Helmsmen winning the NWAACC championship in 1973. He founded the ongoing Northwest All Sports Clinics in 1972, was inducted to the NWAC Roll of Honor in 1988, the WIAA Hall of Fame in 2003, and the Bellevue College Hall of Fame in 2019. During his time at Bellevue College, he was devoted to building the Bellevue College Foundation. Jim proudly served as President of Bellevue Rotary where he met many of his lifelong friends.
Throughout his life, he focused his energies and guiding principles on education, athletics and family. His proudest accomplishment is the family he was so devoted to. He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Jodee; children, Tammy Helgeson (Rick), Rob Harryman, and Lisa Wiggins; stepchildren, Scott (Kim), Steve (Jennifer) and Arnie (Madeline) Pelluer; 14 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and his sister, Jo Hale.
A memorial service will be held
at Bellevue Presbyterian Church
on Tuesday, December 17th
at 1:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated to Bellevue College Foundation or Overlake Hospital Cardiology.
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Marc Guild
February 27, 2025
Sat in front of James and wife at Husky games for years. Also recruited me to BCC for baseball back in 1973. Great guy sorry for your loss.
Jean Floten
December 4, 2021
On this anniversary of losing Jim, I am sending love to you, Jodee. Jim was one of a kind and did so much for others. He left a great legacy. May he Rest In Peace.
Jean Floten
December 4, 2020
Remembering Jim a year later. He was one of the best. It was an honor to work with him.
December 15, 2019
Coach Harryman I have the fondest memories of you playing baseball for you at Bellevue Community College. You were a life long mentor to me, you taught me a fantastic work ethic, dedication, and enthusiasm that I carried through not only my playing days, but my coaching days as well. I love you coach, my condolences to your family.
Ron Gibson
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December 15, 2019
We shared lots of good memories on and off the golf course. I'll miss him.
Mike Evered
Sharon Kline
December 14, 2019
Jim was and forever will be my favorite boss. I never called him Jim - he was always Boss. That made him smile. He motivated us, expected the best of us and he believed in us. We could disagree, find compromise and always laugh by the end of the day. Jims enthusiasm and dedication were infectious. It was an honor to work with him and a blessing to know this wonderful man and his lovely wife. Thank you Boss. I will always remember you.
Jean Foten
December 11, 2019
Jim was one of a kindethical, hardworking, kind, and generous, with a streak of fun and gentle humor. He gave so much to Bellevue College and helped many students while he served in positions of coach, athletic director, and Vice President of College Advancement. I will alway be indebted to Jim for his loyal dedication and commitment to making the college excellent. He certainly brought good cheer and optimism in everything he undertook. He was a heck of a good guy and will be sorely missed.
My heartfelt condolences to Jodee and the family. He loved you all so much and spoke with such pride about all of you. Jodee and Jim have created quite a legacy.
Love to you. May your many happy memories of Jim sustain you during this most difficult time.
December 11, 2019
My very good friend and our 2nd baseman good memories. Dave Olson
Steve Vincent
December 10, 2019
A Good Man and Bellevue Club Member who will be missed. I regret I never got to play a round of golf with him at Braeburn. Thoughts and prayers with the family.
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