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James Hull Obituary
May 20, 1944 - February 6, 2025
James (Jim) Taylor Hull, Jr. was born on May 20, 1944, to James Taylor Hull, Sr. and Jeanette Morrison Young at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center in Berkeley, California. Raised in Hidden Valley, Jim graduated from Acalanes High School in 1962. After completing his college studies, Jim honorably served in the United States Navy from 1967 to 1972, where he fought in the Vietnam War. Following his military service, Jim had a rewarding career as a General Contractor until his retirement.
Jim is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Shirley Hull of Redding; his four children: David Hull of Redding, James Taylor (Katie) Hull, III of Chico, Melissa (Matt) Blofsky of Farragut, and Jennifer Hull of San Francisco; and his six cherished granddaughters: Kaylie, Grace, Emma, Jane, Hope, and Lila. He was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Davis of Lafayette.
Among his many hobbies, Jim enjoyed playing and watching golf, hiking, yard work, reading mystery novels, and spending time with his beloved furry companions, Gigi, Kramer, Tucker, Chloe, Annie, and Taylor. Jim, Shirley, and their pets embarked on countless adventures in their motor home, creating lasting memories along the way.
Jim will be remembered for his kindness, gentle spirit, sense of humor, captivating story-telling, and unwavering work ethic. His absence will be deeply felt by all who knew him, but his memory and legacy will live on in the hearts of his loved ones.
A memorial service will be held on March 8, 2025, at 1:00 pm at Hull's Walnut Creek Chapel, 1139 Saranap Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94595.
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Rhonda Hull
March 9, 2025
Just saw his obituary notice. Sorry for your loss. Hope all is well.
Rhonda Hull
Kelley Sheehy and Douglas Carter
February 23, 2025
Shirley and family,
Jim will be sincerely missed by us. He was a kind man and we enjoyed his sweet presence. We will miss seeing him working outside and his pleasant friendly visits to chat.
Robyn and Brian Seamans
February 22, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Frank Rusch
February 21, 2025
Jim was a wonderful neighbor and a loyal friend. Will miss seeing Jim mowing his beautiful lawn, working on tasks around the house, feeding the birds and squirrels but most of all will miss our long conversations about everything that was happening in our lives. In all the years that we were neighbors, I never once heard a word raised in anger. Jim was a really good man and a great friend who will be deeply missed.
Frank and Lynne Rusch
Ken Blaise
February 21, 2025
To truly one of the best friends I have ever had. I will miss you but never forget you. Thanks for all of the good times and 72 years of great memories that we knew each other.
Rich Lincoln
February 21, 2025
To a good friend & stepbrother
And many good memories. A
Joy to be around, we will miss you.
Rich & Michele Lincoln
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