James Grant Wait

1941 - 2016

BORN

1941

DIED

2016

James Wait Obituary

Name: Memorial service for James Grant Wait
Start: 2016-03-13T20:30:00.000Z
End: 2016-03-13T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Nepenthe Club House, Campus Commons

11/30/1941 - 03/02/2016 I treasure every day I knew this man. We talked about how grateful we were to live where and how we did. Jim lived the life he wanted. He loved playing softball, and played several times a week with a bunch of the world greatest guys. Jim adored his family, and was proud and happy to help them whenever asked. His grand-kids were a particular joy, and happily two were close by. His bowling team are guys he had hung out with for 40 years, seeing them was probably better than the bowling. Jim was a motorcycle junkie for years. He rode his various bikes all over the west with his buddies. He felt working for the state was a perfect fit for him, and he was good at it. Ultimately he became the Chief Deputy Director of the State Fire Marshall Office. It was a happy life. He was kind, sweet, generous, and a joy to know. Good Night my Angel. Patty, your forever wife Memorial: March 13th,130pm-300pm, Nepenthe Club House, Campus Commons, 1131 Commons Dr, Sacramento, CA 95825 (hot dogs and chips served)

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Mar. 5, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for James Wait

11 Entries

Michelle and Lora Taber-Tucker

March 12, 2016

Jim's delight and joy in his family was heart-warming to behold. His quiet humor and love of his wife Patty was always evident. It was a privilege to spend time with Jim and Patty, and we wish Jim's family love and comfort in this sad time. May memories of the many happy times shared bring them comfort.

Cris Rojas-Appleton

March 12, 2016

Jim knew what a treasure he had in his family. His eyes would light up when his wife Patty was near. He was a sweet man who will be remembered fondly. May amazing memories of Jim help his family through this difficult time.

Joe Mastalski

March 10, 2016

Jim was also a really good Wallyball player! Always a good sport and just a nice guy.

Cloicec Wade

March 9, 2016

I was a teammate of Jim and we played on different teams also it was good playing with and against Jim.He will be missed.

Gregory Leurgans

March 9, 2016

I managed the Golden Senior GSSA team League 6 last year and I played with Jim. He was one of the nieces players I ever played softball with. RIP Jim

Henry Low

March 8, 2016

My condolences to Pat and all of Jim's family. I met Jim many years ago through softball, GSSCS, and very much enjoyed playing with Jim and against him on the diamond. He always had a good attitude and was willing to pitch in and help when the club needed a volunteer. He will be greatly missed by all of us.

Mary Gray

March 6, 2016

You loved my sister from here to the moon and back and for that I will be forever grateful You rocked her world and every day I would see her smiling inside and out.You added so much team spirit to a family of do self - you were always the consummate team player and so appreciated. the world was a happier calmer place because of you.

Bruce Coolidge

March 6, 2016

Jim was a part of our "extended family" at The Capital Athletic Club for the last 20-plus years and his warm, caring smile and sense of humor will be missed. This time of year seemed like it had special meaning to him as the baseball and softball seasons would be ramping up. I'll cherish our talks of spring training, the upcoming season's prospects for our favorite teams and what he was willing to do to condition his body for another year of play. I was motivated by his willingness to keep his workouts vigorous so he could continue playing, as much for the camaraderie of his friends as his love of the game. May Eternity find you always hitting line drives in the gap, stretching them from a doubles to a triples and rolling strikes and picking up 7-10s with regularity. May those you love be consoled by the notion that your are now safe at Home. Godspeed Jim.

Steve Kawai

March 6, 2016

My deepest sympathy to his wife, children and grandchildren. Jim was funny and fun to be around in the 60s.

Linda Louis Jefferson

March 5, 2016

My sympathy and prayers go out to the family of Mr Wait- especially his wife, children, and grandchildren.. I wish we'd have had the opportunity to meet in person. May God rest your soul.

Emily Battin

March 5, 2016

He was one of the best men I have ever had the pleasure of knowing! The thing I loved most about Jim was how deeply and purely he loved my mom. Thank you Jim for everything!

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