In Memorium

Our travels have taken us back to California to celebrate the life and memory of Karen's

cousin Jim Hanrahan, who suddenly passed away on June 2, 2024. Jim and his wife, Mary, have lived in Redding since Jim retired from the US Forest Service some years ago.

Jim dedicated 35 years of his life to the US Forest Service, specializing in fire management. He also served as a reserve deputy sheriff, EMT and volunteer fire chief. He was a committed and passionate individual who left a lasting impact on his community and the environment. Jim adored his wife and daughter Stephanie.

We left Oregon on Friday, September 20 and drove to Redding for a cousins dinner. Our cousins from Washington State as well as brother Chris and his wife Sarah have all gathered together this weekend. The memorial and celebration of life for Jim is on Saturday afternoon, September 21 at their home.

I wore my Shohei Othani number 17 blue T-shirt to his event in memory of our shared passion for Dodger baseball. Karen and I, with Chris and Sarah sat at the Dodger table during the festivities. Jokes were told, an Irish toast was made and stories of Jim and some of his antics were shared by attendees. I'm sure Jim enjoyed the party as his spirit was definitely present.

Mary, Stephanie, family and friends put together a wonderful tribute to Jim; a fitting close to his life and memory. All of the cousins and extended family felt privileged to be a part of the celebration.