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James Rich

1967 - 2026

BORN

1967

DIED

2026

UPCOMING SERVICE

Celebration Of Life

Mar. 7, 2026

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

New Life Community Church

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James Rich Obituary

James Ray Rich who was born on March 21st, 1967, in Chehalis, WA, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026 in Fresno, CA. He was a loving father, grandfather, and friend. He was known to his friends as "Jim or Jimbo" and to his family "Bub. He loved the outdoors, gold panning, fishing, camping, and cars. His family was his pride and joy.

Jim is preceded in death by his father James Floyd Rich and brothers Royd Ray and Greg Allen. He leaves behind his mother, Sue Ann Rich, siblings Sherie, Audie, Roger, Connie, Sandy, Sheila, Jay and Loni. His son James and daughter Amy with their spouses Michael, and Emma along with his grandchildren, who he doted on and he will forever live in their smiles and laughs.

A gathering to celebrate Jim's life will be held on Saturday March 7, 2026, from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, at New Life Community Church located at 6443 Estelle Ave Riverbank, CA 95367.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Modesto Bee from Feb. 9 to Feb. 11, 2026.

Memorial Events
for James Rich

Mar

7

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

New Life Community Church

6443 Estelle Ave Riverbank, Riverbank, CA

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