Obituary of Jim Pillette

JAMES PILLETTE ã?? James Pillette, age 81, passed away on October 28, 2010 in Vancouver. He was born January 23, 1929 in Vancouver and was raised in Camas. After high school Jim joined the Air Force and served during the Korean War. While in the service he married Dorothy Lofton and they were stationed at Fairchild A.F.B. in Spokane. After his service they continued to live in Spokane and Jim attended Eastern Washington University. In 1969 the moved back to Camas. Jim worked as a salesman for Monty Shelton and Don Rasmussen for 25 years. He was a member of Orchard Hills Country Club where he enjoyed golfing. He also like watching sports on TV. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, in 2004. He is survived by his children, Jim, Jr. of Battle Ground, Gary of Camas, Mark of Camas and Carolyn of Alaska; 9 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 4, 2010 at 11am at Straub's Funeral Home in Camas. Inurnment will be private at the Camas Cemetery. To send condolences or to sign the online guestbook visit www.straubsfuneralhome.com.