James E. "Jim" Fletcher

1940 - 2024

James "Jim" E. Fletcher

July 4, 1940 – August 4, 2024

Monitor, WA

James "Jim" E. Fletcher, of Monitor, WA, passed away August 4, 2024, in Cashmere, WA, at the age of 84.

Jim was born to Elton and Lois (Carpenter) Fletcher, on July 4, 1940. Jim grew up in Monitor, WA, graduating from Cashmere High School, in 1958. Jim went to get both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Brigham Young University.

Jim's choice of social work as a profession reflected the values that guided his life. He retired from the department of Social and Health Services with the State of Washington after 40 years of service. He showed compassion, kindness, and generosity to those around him in both professional and personal situations. Jim often used these values to help others quietly, never seeking recognition for his acts. He made a difference in people's lives, and the world was a better place because of his presence.

Jim's intelligence led to a lifelong love of learning. His books were a source of wonder and wisdom to him. Someone once said that Jim could talk to anyone about anything, often with a wicked sense of humor. His sister-in-law, Geri Fletcher, once said that Jim could have been a stand-up comedian.

Jim had some interesting experiences as he traveled through his lifetime. Jim was a very young boy when he decided that he could be just like Superman. Jim was proving this when he decided to fly off of the roof, resulting in a broken arm.

Another notable experience was when he agreed to have his photo used in the state flyer system to recognize him as one of the state;s longest social workers and to be used to recruit future social workers. Little did he know that his photo would later be featured on a billboard on busy Aurora Avenue in Seattle, WA, for all to see.

Jim had many interests during his life. He was an avid genealogist, often making hilarious comments about the black sheep of his family. However, he was very proud of his ancestry, especially those ancestors who helped others.

Jim, in the tradition of his parents, also helped those in need, including many four legged creatures.

Jim's love will continue in the hearts of his family, his good friends and the many people who experienced his help and generosity. Jim's advice to all of us would be to "be kind and helpful to the person or creature next to you."

Jim is survived by his sister, Marcia (Bob) of Jacksonville, FL; sister-in-law, Geri Fletcher of Santa Maria, CA; niece, Tracy Fletcher of Concord, CA; nephews: Craig (Erika) Drain of Oregon, Tim (Sue) Fletcher of Tieton, WA, and Brian (Julie) Wilson of Jacksonville, FL; great-nieces: Grace Wilson of Missoula, MT, Tara Wilson of Jacksonville, FL, and Alyssa (Alex) Gray of Jacksonville, FL. Jim is also survived by close friends who, over the years, became like family, as well as by all the lives he touched with his unwavering generosity. Jim was preceded in death by his beloved parents; and brother, Donald E. Fletcher, who he now joins in eternal rest. Their guiding love and faith shaped his life, and he is at peace, reunited with them.

It is much importance to note that Jim dearly loved his siblings, nieces, and nephews, cherishing the bond he shared with each of them.

A Celebration of Life for Jim will be held on September 7, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., at the Wenatchee United Methodist Church. The address is 941 Washington St., Wenatchee, WA. There will be a reception following the Celebration of Life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wenatchee Humane Society or a charity of your choice in honor of Jim's memory. Please express your thoughts and memories on the online guestbook at jonesjonesbetts.com Arrangements by Jones & Jones – Betts Funeral Home, Wenatchee, WA.