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James Mahan Obituary
James Earl Mahan passed away at the age of 88 on November 11, 2019 in San Antonio, TX. He was born on July 1, 1931 in San Antonio to Herbert and Louise Mahan. He is preceded in death by parents; siblings: Leon, Hazel and Peggy. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years who was his world: Arlene Mahan; children: Cheryl Wetzel (Eric), James Mahan Jr. (Reneé), Donna Johnson Valiente (Michael), Laura Bishop (Paul), Julie Czarnecki (Rick); grandchildren: Ben, Justin, Trey, Kayla, Garrett, Gretchen, Paige, Jacob, Peter, Joshua, Cassia, Samuel, Meagan, Kaylee; six great-grandchildren; siblings: Arthur Mahan, Betty Martin; countless loving family members and friends.
Jim was a loving husband, father and grandfather who never met a stranger. Once you met Jim, he would know everything about you in 15 minutes. Because of his humble beginnings, he loved giving financial advice to his grandchildren and anyone who would listen. He and Arlene are known from their days of owning The Shoe Box, where they cared greatly for customers and employees alike. He will be deeply missed. A Visitation will begin on Friday, November 15, 2019 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Sunset Funeral Home with a rosary at 7:00 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 10:00 am at St. Pius X Catholic Church with interment to follow Holy Cross Cemetery
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Irene Kissling
November 19, 2019
Dear Arlene & children, grandchildren, great grandchildren.
I am so sorry for your loss as Jimmy was such a loving and dear Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa.
Arlene, I have memories of your wedding reception in your family's backyar; I was babysitting the Hartman cousins, had gotten them in bed and asleep and sat outside on the swing set and watched and listened to all of you enjoying your big day. I have found photos Gilbert must have taken of your wedding party and will put them in the mail.
What a family you and Jimmy have founded and built for generations.
May your faith help in healing your loss and know that life has changed, it hasn't ended.
Just remember all the good times as you and Jimmy took time to build wonderful memories for your family.
Hugs and blessings,
Mary Friesenhahn
November 17, 2019
My prayers and blessing to comfort you in the loss of this great family man in your life. May you find peace knowing he is with God.
Robert Vasquez
November 14, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 14, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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