JAMES DOLLARHIDE

1937 - 2015

James C. Dollarhide A Life Well Lived Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and theater performer James C. "Jim" Dollarhide, born in Corvallis, Oregon, on August 24, 1937, was one of seven children born to Rev. Albert R. Dollarhide and Marjory Wiles Dollarhide. A graduate of Pacific Lutheran University, former United States Marine, and long-time business owner, Jim was best known as a local actor-singer, having appeared on many local and regional stages throughout the area in both leading and supporting roles. His passion for performance led to meeting his wife, Kathleen "Kat" Dollarhide (nee Hanson) onstage in Seattle 54 years ago. The couple continued their courtship during the Seattle World's Fair and married in Los Angeles in December, 1962. He most enjoyed performing when he could share the stage with his wife. Jim shared his musical talents as both chorister and bass-baritone soloist for regional opera, choruses and churches throughout his singing career. An avid supporter of Tacoma Musical Playhouse from its inception, when not appearing onstage he served as house manager with his wife, Kat, and was a founding member of its board of directors. He also served as a board member in prior years for various other theaters in the Puget Sound area. Though his father was a Pentecostal preacher, he remained a Lutheran throughout his married life. He shared many travel experiences with family and friends throughout the United States and Canada, but did not receive a passport until he became a senior citizen, then traveling to China, England, Mexico and Costa Rica. He is survived by his wife and sweetheart of almost 53 years, Kat, his daughter, Robin Hoover, granddaughter, Kearstyn Takemoto, and step-grandchildren, Pepper Jimenez and Cody Hoover. He was predeceased by sister, Eunice Stearns, and brothers Norman, Richard and Leonard. He is also survived by brothers, David (Ginger) of Stanwood, WA and William of Lynnwood, WA, and several nieces and nephews. Any donations should be made in his name to Tacoma Musical Playhouse or Franciscan Hospice House, where he passed away on September 4, 2015. A celebration of his life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 26th at The Spire, 710 S. Anderson 98405.