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James passed away Thursday, February 26, 2015 at Independence Health & Rehabilitation Center. Prior to moving to Independence, he lived in Ashland, Ore. for over 60 years. Jack was born in Astoria, the eldest of 12 children. Jack grew up in logging camps and attended school in Klamath Falls. He quit school his junior year to work in the woods to help support his large family. He served honorably in the U.S. Navy during World War II. After returning from the war he worked again as a logger and later retired from the U.S. Forest Service. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, William and Agnes James; brothers, Billy, Bobby, Richie, and Jimmy; sisters, Catherine, Mary, and Susan; daughter, Cecilia Scoggins; and his beloved wife of 65 years, May . Jack is survived by brothers, Dean and Larry; sisters, Linda Stephenson and JoAnn James; daughter, Nancy Thornhill and her husband Ron of Willamina; son, Charles James and his wife Linda of Ashland; grandson, David James and his wife Julie of Central Point; granddaughter, Sara Floyd and her husband Alan of Willamina; and four great-grandchildren. Jack had a great work ethic and was always willing to help others. He often loaned tools and a helping hand to others. He loved gardening and the outdoors. He enjoyed annual camping/hunting trips with siblings and friends for many years. Jack also enjoyed playing pinochle, poker, and cribbage. Jack's mischievous smile and sense of humor will be missed. He was a great example of hard work and dedication. At his request there will be no services. Jack and his wife will be interred at the Eagle Point National Cemetery. 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