James H. Hudson, lovingly known as Jim, was born on August 24, 1940, in Oklahoma. He passed away peacefully on November 5, 2026, in Prineville, Oregon, at the age of 86, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Jim passed away at his daughter’s home in Prineville, Oregon surrounded by family and friends.
Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Fannie Hudson. He leaves behind his daughter, Meloni DeVries; grandchildren BreAnn and Rick Eisenblatter, Sarah Pharris, Jacob Pharris, Jayson Kidder, Miranda Kidder, and Cathy Miller; and great-grandchildren Amelia Eisenblatter, Liam Eisenblatter, Maverick Kidder, and Raelynn Kidder. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Ron Beardsley, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jami Hudson-Miller; his parents, Hubert P. (Doug) and Dorothy (Marion) Hudson; his brother, Gilbert Paul (Jeep) Hudson; and his two sisters, Joyce Vogt and Sue Beardsley.
Jim graduated from Banning High School in Wilmington, California, in 1958. After graduation, he moved to Tillamook, where he met and married Fannie, the love of his life, in 1961. Jim and Fannie made their home, raised their daughters and built a lifetime of memories and wonderful friendships in Tillamook. In 1983 the family had to relocate out of state for work after LP closed where Jim had worked for almost 20 years. Tillamook was always the home of their hearts and they moved back many times throughout their lives, it’s where their dear friends and memories lived, it truly was home no matter where they lived. In 2009, they moved to Prineville Oregon where they lived together until Jim’s passing.
Jim was an active member and elder in the Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. His faith was an important part of his life, and he was known as a loving and kind, husband, father, grandfather and friend. He touched many lives through his kindness, guidance, and genuine concern for others.
Outside of his faith and family, Jim enjoyed baseball, motorcycles, and golf. He had a wonderful sense of humor, loved to making people laugh, and bringing smiles to those around him.
Jim will be remembered for his loving heart, his faith, his humor, and the many memories he created throughout his life. His presence will be deeply missed by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
There will be a memorial service and reception immediately after; all are welcome to attend.
Memorial Info:
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s witnesses
5000 Idaville Rd, Tillamook OR
Saturday November 14 st @ 1:00pm
