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2018
James Wallace Obituary
James (Jim), 74, of Kent, WA passed away on Sunday, May 20,
2018. Jim was born July 6, 1943 in Portland, OR to Woodrow and Marguerite. Jim graduated from David Douglas HS and then earned a BS in Electrical Engineering from Oregon State University. He moved to Seattle to join Boeing where he worked for 43 years before retiring as an expert on strain gauges and the title of Technical Fellow.
Jim married Bonnie Linstedt in June of 1967 and spent over 50 wonderful years of love and faith together. Jim was an avid supporter of the OSU Beavers and Seattle sports teams. He enjoyed trout fishing, gardening and the stock market. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, leadership and support as a husband, father, grandfather, coach and friend.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, and his brothers Robert and John. He is survived by his wife Bonnie; sister Jane Campbell (Merle); brother Jeff; daughter Cynthia Duncan (Matthew); sons Brian (Kathy), Michael, and Matthew (Julie); and his eight grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held Friday, June 22nd at noon at
St. Columba's Episcopal Church:
26715 Military Road S.,
Kent, WA 98032.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jim's name to the St. Columba's Memorial Garden Project: https://www.stcolumbakent.org/page/22/memorial-garden-project
Please sign Jim's online Guestbook at www.Legacy.com.
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Wendy Ehlers (Christianson)
December 17, 2021
A life well lived and a wonderful human being. So kind...
May 17, 2019
My heartfelt condolences for your loss. May you find a measure of comfort in your cherished memories, as you await the fulfillment of Gods promise to one day be reunited with your loved one again (John 6:40)
SAS
May 17, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family of James. May Gods loving kindness comfort the family and give them peace.(1Cor.1:3)
May 17, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you in this time of grief. 1 Thessalonians 5: 17 "pray constantly"
May 17, 2019
Sending my sincere condolences to your family. May prayer be a great comfort to you during this time. 1 Thessalonians 5:17
Kevin Salzman
June 7, 2018
Jim was my co-worker starting in 1991. He was my lead for several years, providing invaluable training, knowledge sharing, and most importantly life lesson sharing to me as a youngster way back then. May tbe memories of Jim last in the hearts of family and friends for eternity.
Art Rusche
June 4, 2018
Bonnie and family,
It was our pleasure to have shared in Jim's life at The Boeing Company. He was so warm, approachable and had such a kind demeanor. He lovingly shared his expert knowledge to so many others!! Both Electrical Engineers from State Universities, we worked together for many decades, but our lasting bonds were in helping the community.
Bless you and yours as we will remember him forever!
Robert Moshcatel
June 3, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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