At a glance
Navy, 1969 to 1972·USS Denver·Supplies, E-4·Exposed to Agent Orange off the coast of Vietnam·Parts manager in farm equipment for over 40 years·Died August 4, 2026, at 75
Jim's story
His uncle was a career Navy man and was a big influence in his choice to go Navy. He was up for the draft and didn't want to be drafted. Jim served proudly from 1969 to 1972 (Navy), where he was exposed to AO, off the coast of Vietnam. He worked in farm equipment as parts manager for over 40 years. His many friends said he was always willing to help others, no matter when and where. When he attended the yearly class reunion, he always brought toilet paper. He told the host, "You can always use this." (They laughed.) I went to the reunion in August, after his passing, and I brought T.P. That will be a lasting memory for a long time. The host laughed so loud, Jimmy was smiling from heaven. Always patient, kind, thoughtful and giving is how he will be remembered. Jim lost his battle from AO exposure on August 4, 2026, at 75. We were very close and talked often. He is missed by friends and family.
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- VVMF In Memory programHonors Vietnam veterans who came home and later died from causes related to their service. VVMF sets its own rules for who is included.
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Where this story comes from
- FAMILY ACCOUNT Shared by his sister with Fire Swept Trail, November 2026. Not independently verified.