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OBITUARY: James “Jimmy” Dean Taksdal – February 17, 1962 – June 26, 2025

Posted on July 4, 2025 by Editor

James “Jimmy” Dean Taksdal, 63, of Tillamook, Oregon, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26th at his home. He was born in Wheeler, Oregon on February 17, 1962 to Merlyn Wayne and Dorothy Ann Curtis Taksdal. Jim is survived by his siblings Merlyn Taksdal, Betty (Steve Neal) and Julie (Bryan White) and several nieces, nephews, and great nieces/nephews. He also leaves many extended family members and friends who will sadly miss him. James is predeceased by his grandparents, parents and nephew Marcus Balmer.

Jimmy attended the School for the Blind in Salem, Oregon, class of 1983. In his early years he enjoyed camping, swimming, bowling, traveling with family, attending special needs camps, participating in the Special Olympics and completing various arts & crafts projects. Later, James lived independently in an apartment w/his best friend Steve. He thrived with the life he created for himself. Jim always enjoyed seeing family members especially his nieces and nephews. He was passionate about his cats CeeCee and Smudgy and spared no expense when it came to love and their care. James had a passion for watching all sports, game shows on television and listening to music. He had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge which was evident to those closest to him. Jim’s vast collection of autographed images and autographs from his favorite music artists was one of his greatest passions. Prior to some health challenges James enjoyed regularly attending the Seventh Day Adventist Church, walking to Fred Meyers and attending the State Fair. His most recent adventure was to travel to Phoenix and watch the Baseball Spring Training in 2024. Jim’s care coordinator enjoyed listening to him sing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” and recite the “national anthem”. Prior to retiring from Marie Mills Jim worked as a custodian and more recently a paper shredder.

Jimmy was affectionately known; he was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion, and unwavering faith in God. The Celebration of Life service to honor the life of James will be held at the Seventh Day Adventist church in Tillamook on Thursday, July 10th @ 2:00 p.m.

Contributions in his memory may be made to Marie Mills, Tillamook, Oregon in lieu of flowers.

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