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James Lefever Obituary
6/4/1936 ~ 7/27/2010
James D. Lefever passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on July 27, 2010 at the age of 74. He lived in Woodland, Washington since the age of eight, only leaving to serve in the U.S. Army for two years.
He was a farmer who retired from the logging industry. He spent most of his spare time hunting, fishing and attending his grand children sporting events. He had many friends from all walks of life and his home was always open to visitors. Most people new Jim for his good sense of humor and his stories of hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his loving wife, Betty, of 56 years; sister, Marjorie Franklin; five children, including four boys, Ken Lefever, Dan Lefever, Jim Lefever, John Lefever and daughter, Rochelle Boe; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren, and other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by parents.
His memorial service and remembrance gathering will be held at the Woodland Christian Church on August 7th at 11:00 a.m.
Woodland funeral home in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Lefever
Shannon Bartkowski
August 11, 2010
I am sorry for your loss. It was nice talking to you at NWCS. May he be at peace..
The family of Shawn Farrell
Bill & Lora Brown
August 5, 2010
We spent many of hours fishing next to Jim, we will miss his smile, his sense of humor and happiness. Our thoughts and prayer are with you at this time.
Debbie Holland
August 3, 2010
Dear Betty,Ken,Dan,Jim,John, & Rochelle,
My heart hurts to know you are hurting but breaths a relief to know your husband & father will suffer no more. I know your hearts will ache but fill them with the good times he provided to all of you including all the grandkids. I will never forget our camping trip to Canada where it rained all but 2 days and tents, clothes,and kids were soaked. God bless all of you, Debbie Holland
Grandpa and Gram with three of the nine great grandkids.
Kori Jo Jones
August 3, 2010
Love you Gram, and Dad! Grampa was one of the best! He will be missed more than words can say. sending my love home to you all. xoxoxo
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Doreen (Holland) Portch
August 2, 2010
Betty and kids:
I was very sad to hear of Jim's passing. He was such an awesome individual; a wonderful husband to you, an amazing father to Ken, Dan, Jim, John and Rochelle, and an incredible grandfather. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this sorrowful time.
Doreen (Holland) Portch
Barbra Rhodehouse-Arionus
August 2, 2010
Aug.2.2010
Betty:
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My thoughts and prayer's go to you and your family
John Stark
August 1, 2010
I have known Jim all my life,what a great guy to be around.We played sports together as did our children. We will miss Jim very much. Our prayers go to Betty and the family. John & Geri Stark
August 1, 2010
dear betty,
thinking back to our teen years, the old barn dance. great memories. we haven't seen each other for so many years but i have always thought about you guys. Hopefully i will be well enough to attend jims service. probably bring doug and judy with me.
so sorry jim is gone, love you..
connie curtis rose.
Ramona Godel
July 31, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He has been a family friend for over 60 years and has always been there when needed. He was a jewel among men and will be missed.His wife and family are a wonderful legacy. Godspeed, Jim. The Earl Bays Family
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