OKLAHOMA CITY
Jimmy Jay Hahn passed away on February 6, 2021, surrounded by his family in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born on June 18, 1947, in Midland, Texas, to J.B. and Jennie Marjorie Hahn. Jimmy grew up in southwest Oklahoma City. He graduated from Oklahoma Military Academy High School in Claremore, Oklahoma in 1965. Jimmy continued his education at Oklahoma Military Academy where he achieved the rank of Lieutenant Colonel and received an Associate of Arts Degree. Jimmy then attended Central State College in Edmond, Oklahoma, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration. In 1970, Jimmy entered the United States Army as a Second Lieutenant and completed his training at Fort Benning, Georgia. He served in the Army Reserves for 14 years and achieved the rank of Captain. Jimmy married Dianne Petty on August 23, 1969 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. After military training, they settled in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. They were happily married for 51 years. Jimmy was self-employed for over 20 years as a residential and commercial building contractor, developer and licensed real estate broker. He was a lifetime member of the Board of Directors and past president of Southwest Home Builders Association, served on the Boards of Directors for the Central Oklahoma Builders Asso-ciation, Oklahoma State Builders Association, Central Oklahoma Home Owners Warranty Corporation, and South Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce. In 1991, Jimmy started a new career as an environmental specialist for the Oklahoma City-County Health Department until his retirement in 2011. Jimmy was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved traveling and exploring the outdoors. He was a talented artist who could capture the wildlife he encountered on his adventures. Jimmy was an active member of Hillcrest Presbyterian Church and was commissioned to build a new Fellowship Hall for the church. Jimmy is survived by his wife, Dianne Petty Hahn; daughter, Kristin Elizabeth Hahn and her husband, Christopher R. Carroll; granddaughter, Jane Eleanor Carroll; sister, Cynthia Ann Westermier; sister, Connie Dianne Flatten; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, J.B. and Marjorie Hahn and his only son, Justin Bradley Hahn. The funeral service is limited to family only, 1:00pm, Saturday, February 13, 2021, at the Chapel at Resthaven. Friends are encouraged to attend the service via livestream by going to www.ResthavenOKC.com In lieu of flowers, a tribute donation may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation at Parkinson.org

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Published by Oklahoman on Feb. 10, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for JIMMY HAHN

8 Entries

Don Dowell

February 4, 2022

When Jimmy was the company commander of "B" company at Oklahoma Military Academy, I was his first sargent. Have never been around a more fun loving guy than what Jimmy was. I laughed more during that period than I did than any other period in my life. What a wonderful person. We remained friends until his end. Unfortunately my wife of 37 years died from brain cancer about the same time Jimmy did. I never responded to his death. When we have reunions we all talk about what a great guy Jimmy was, we all still miss him.

Ken Colley

February 21, 2021

I met Jimmy at Oklahoma military academy. He lived life to the fullest! Always pulling jokes on many of his fellow cadets! Fun to be around! Great guy! A leader in what ever we wanted to do! .

W. David Cammack

February 19, 2021

In my first year at OMA, my roommate Don Page was transferred to "B" Company our second semester. As a close friend of Don's and subsequently a friend with Jimmy, I experienced his laughter and sense of humor many times riding with them in his "Cherry Red" GTO. He was always keeping us in stitches. I loved that car, it was the reason I asked for a GTO for my HS Graduation Gift. Little did I know, Pontiac was redesigning the GTO with the "rubber baby buggy bumper in '68". In my second year, I was transferred from the Band Company to "B" Company where my soon-to-be brother-in-law was the 1st Sargent, and Jimmy's influence was still felt in the company, his laughter was always there with us. In my Senior year, I continued in "B" Company and became the 1st Sargent my first semester, always striving to live up to Jimmy's and Don's example of what a fine Cadet 1st Sargent and Cadet Officer should be. At Christmas Lunch that year, I and four other High School Seniors were promoted to 2nd Lt. For the remaining two semesters I was at OMA, Jimmy's example was what I aspired to be like. I have tried to live by OMA's pledge of "Courage, Honor, and Loyalty" in my life. Rest in Peace Jimmy.

Don Dowell

February 16, 2021

Jimmy was a heck of a guy. While we were at Oklahoma Military Academy in the mid-60s, he was the Company Commander of B Company, Captain Jimmy Hahn. I was selected to be his First Sargent. He was serious when he needed to be, but also he was more fun than a barrel of monkeys. In my 3 years at OMA was best position to be in, all because of Jimmy’s personality and leadership abilities. We remained friends to the end. Was around when he met Diane, one of my Squad members sisters, who later became his life long wife. Looking forward to us meeting up again at some point.

Jeff Townsend

February 14, 2021

February 14,2021
I remember Jimmy for his lively spirit at our family reunions. I remember him as a child and as an adolescent who was always reaching out to be included with the older cousins' activities. I will never forget his courageous endurance at the loss of his son, Justin. I will reflect on his blessing and comic performance at the marriage of his daughter. I will always regret not spending more time with him, listening to his stories - for he was an able, animated storyteller. Perhaps we can share more in the beyond. Until then, I will remember.

Terry Hughes

February 13, 2021

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Jimmy, he was a good friend while growing up with Gary Aker and others.

John Helbing

February 10, 2021

Jimmy was a definite standout cadet in a number of categories!
Rest In Peace my brother!

Gary Good

February 10, 2021

I was privileged to be at Oklahoma Military Academy with Jimmy. There was never any doubt if he was in the room. He could command a troop with one look and break you out in laughter with another. Over the years after OMA we would run in to each other in Okc - stop and talk and catch up a bit. As funny and as carefree as he may have been seen, it was obvious he adored his family - and I know he was crushed when he lost his son. I can say without reservation that he was loved by his fellow classmates at OMA. Jimmy was a good man, and a good friend. Rest in peace, JJ.

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