James D. Hudson

James D. Hudson

Redding, CA

James D. Hudson, a man of all seasons, passed away Sunday night, May 6th, in his home surrounded by his family. He was 86 years old. James was an Air Force veteran and a California Highway Patrolman. He also owned two businesses in Redding for much of his life: Prince James Clothing and the Karat Patch jewelry store. While serving in Austria just after WWII he met the love of his life, Erika. James was affectionate, loving, and strong up until the final moments of his life. He was revered by many and adored by many more because in his company you had great conversations filled with stories about the past, longing for the future, and celebrations of the present. He loved spending time in his garden tending to his roses. Just outside his window, his rose garden was in full bloom as he took his last breath. He adored John Wayne westerns and traveling greatly, but loved spending time with his family even greater. He lives on in the hearts of those he leaves behind. His wife, Erika; his son and daughter-in-law, Timothy and Christy; his daughter, Fredrica; his five grandchildren, Lindsay, Rachel, Hannah, JD, and Courtney; and seven great grandchildren will miss him dearly. He came from nothing, built a beautiful life, and left the world a very blessed man. A celebration of life will be held at Allen & Dahl chapel Thursday at 1:30 pm May 17, 2018.

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