James Edward “Jim” Diggins

Obituary

James Edward "Jim" Diggins, a longtime resident of Grangeville, passed from this earth on Friday, July 7, 2007, after 92 blessed years. He was born in 1925 to Thomas and Nellie Diggins.

Jim's experiences and adventures included such diversities as sheepherding, mill work, forestry, woodland firefighting, heavy equipment operation, theater projectionist and union stewardship. During and after his 23-year career serving the public as an esteemed U.S. Forest Service employee, Jim's passions included travel, hunting, fishing and being in the woods.

Of all he did, however, the highlights of his life were his wife of 67 years, Betty, his daughter, Kathleen, his son, Michael (Kath), his grandchildren Anthony, Thomas (Ashley), Grace and Michael, and his great-granddaughter Claire Grace. A devout husband, father and parishioner, he was single-mindedly determined to ensure the safety and well being of his loved ones. He was well loved in life and in his community, and will be missed.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Donald; and his sister, Irene; and his beloved chihuahua, Susie.

A viewing will be from 3 to 5 p.m. today at the Blackmer Funeral Home. A rosary will take place at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church at 7 p.m. today with Mass of Christian burial to be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Grangeville. Burial will follow at the Prairie View Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Blackmer Funeral Home of Grangeville. Send condolences to the family to Blackmerfuneralhome.com.