James L. BEAVER

James BEAVER Obituary

BEAVER, James L.
Passed away on his birthday, August 24th, while hiking on Stagecoach Trail in Auburn. He was 68 years old. Left behind to mourn him are his loving wife Charlotte and stepchildren Jeff McDonald (Deena) and Julia Alvis (James), grandchildren Olivia (8-1/2) and Marie (1). In addition he is survived by brothers Jon (Eileen) and Robert (Odette), sister-in-law Patricia Beaver and brothers-in-law George Baker and Humberto Pena, nieces Lindsay and Jaime Beaver, Nancy Hayes and nephew Michael Beaver. He was preceded in death by his parents John Beaver and Mary Corner, brothers David, Gary and sister Mary. Mr. Beaver, a graduate of U. C. Davis School of Law, was an attorney in private practice in Auburn and later worked for the State of California, Department of Real Estate, where he retired in October 2009. A celebration of his life will be held on Wednesday, September 1, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. James was an avid reader and a student of history and language. He loved his work in the practice of law and he loved nature. He was a kind and gentle man who will be missed by many.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Aug. 29 to Aug. 30, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for James BEAVER

13 Entries

steve vondran

August 8, 2011

This guy was a great guy. He always took time to help me with general questions I had. I just heard the news today and this is really sad. My regards to his friends and family.

Steve Vondran

Rick and Kelly Sandvos

September 4, 2010

My husband and I met Jim back in the 70's. We didn't have any money, and we needed an attorney to help us with a lemon of a car we bought. He not only personally went into the car dealership and made sure we got a good car, but he didn't charge us a dime for it. Although we haven't seen him since that time, we have always told the story about the "wonderful and kind attorney who had compassion on a young couple with no money". We are so saddened to hear of his passing and offer our sincere condolences to his friends and family. He was definitely one of a kind.

September 4, 2010

Charlotte - Our condolences to you and your family. We didn't get to know Jim as well as we would have liked, but what a wonderful couple you made. We sent a copy of the obituary to Woody Carco in Mississippi in case he hadn't heard. He and Joan loved you both dearly. Just know you and family are in all our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Roger and Anita Zanotto/Auburn, CA 09/04/10

September 1, 2010

During the 18+ years that I've known Jim, he was always a vibrant and fun man to talk to...always full of information. He will be missed by his friends at DRE...my deepest condolences to his family. (Jen Borromeo, San Diego District Office)

September 1, 2010

I worked with Jim at the Dept. of Real Estate from 2005 to 2009. Jim had a verve for life and for conversation, and I always enjoyed talking to him and came away from the conversation enriched in knowledge. He was a kindred spirit, in a way...the only person I've ever met outside of academia who not only knew the Prologue to the Canterbury Tales, but recited it one day -- on the spot and in Middle English -- with me! I, along with a multitude of others, will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

Shannon Mitra
Deputy Commissioner
Dept. of Real Estate

Sandy Bianchini

August 31, 2010

I am so deeply sadden by the loss of Jim. He was a very kind and gentle man. I know he so loved his family and especially Olivia and Marie. Char my heart just aches for you and your grief. My prayers go out to you and the family at this very sad time. I am blessed to have known Jim or as I called him "Bud".
RIP my friend.
Sandy Bianchini

Richard Earl

August 31, 2010

A very kind man who will be missed by all. Our love and prayers are with you.

Julie

August 31, 2010

I will always love you.

Frank Buda

August 30, 2010

I had the privilege of working with Jim at the DRE and later being an attorney who appeared in court opposite him. He was a great guy and a gentleman. We were friends and would trade small gifts with each other when we went on vacation. I would sent him caps from where I had been and he would send me T-Shirts. I will miss him. Please extend my condolences to his family.

August 30, 2010

I had the pleasure of working with Jim for many, many years at the San Diego District Office of the DRE.
Jim's bright and postive attitude was so refreshing and I learned so much from him.
He would also speak so fondly of his family and I know how much he loved all of you.
This is indeed a great loss.
Please know that my heart and prayers are with you at this time.

Donna Beck
Retired Sr. Deputy Commissioner
San Diego, CA

Sheila Bramow

August 29, 2010

I had the privilege of working for Jim for a few years at the Department of Real Estate. He was a kind and brilliant man. So sorry to hear of his passing.

August 29, 2010

Jeff,

I was so saddened when Tony called to tell me about your loss. I know that your stepdad cared deeply for you. Please extend my condolences to your mother and your sister.

Sally Johnson

Ed Presley

August 29, 2010

Rest easy Jim

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