Obituary for James Holycross
In Loving Memory
James Lynn “Jim” Holycross
August 28, 1951-March 2, 2023
James Lynn “Jim” Holycross, first child & only son born to Harvey & Donna Holycross, was born on August 28th, 1951, in Goldendale, Washington.
Succumbing to his long battle with MS, from related complications, Jim passed peacefully with God, the morning of March 2nd, 2023, while residing at Columbia Basin Care in The Dalles Oregon. Jim was 71 years of age.
Jim is survived by his father & mother, Harvey N. & Donna M. Holycross; sister, Nancy A. Wageman & her two daughters, Jessica N. & Sarah E. Wageman; his youngest sister, Susan E. Ortmann, & her two daughters, Christine E. & Kimberly Ortmann.
Jim was a man of many interests & accomplishments, who loved to travel, hike, rock climb & fly fish. Two of Jims great accomplishments were, hiking The Pacific Crest Trail, & graduating from Portland State University with a Master’s Degree in City Planning, at the age of 41.
Admired for his strength & unwavering courage, & great adventuresome spirit, Jim will be missed by many.
“Death leaves us a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves us a memory no one can steal”
-An Irish Blessing for our beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin & friend.
Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center • Celilo Chapel 204 E. 4th Street, The Dalles, Oregon 97058. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.