James Wayne Pease, Jr., age 51, of Sandy Valley, Nevada, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2020. He was born on May 31, 1968 at the 50th Tactical Hospital at Hahn AFB in Hahn Rheinland Pflaz Germany, to Patricia Pease and James Wayne Pease, Sr. Jim grew up in Las Vegas, Nevada and was raised with his older sister, Theresa.
As a young boy, Jim had a number of interests. Like most children, he enjoyed playing and making up games. He was curious about the world around him and was often eager to explore it. Jim was a Boy Scout, and In his spare time he liked martial arts and hanging out at the Big Valley riding stables.
Jim graduated from Chaparral High School by obtaining his GED. He went on to continue his education, earning his associates degree of applied science in Construction Technology and Building Inspections.
On November 3, 1990, Jim exchanged wedding vows with Kimberly Bingham at the Little Church of the West of Las Vegas, Nevada. Empathic and loyal, Jim was committed to making his new family happy. The young couple were blessed with two children; a son, Brian; and a daughter, Tiffany. Later in life, another blessing for Jim was the gift of one grandchild, Lyra.
In 1991, Jim enlisted in the U.S. Navy, and served honorably during the Gulf War. While stationed primarily in San Diego, Jim deployed on the U.S.S Jason, and the U.S.S. Duluth. Through his hard work, he achieved the rank of Petty Officer 2nd Class (E-5). He received several awards recognizing him for his service, including a National Defense Service Medal, Navy "E" Ribbon 2nd award, South Asian Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, and the Good Conduct Medal. His fellow soldiers viewed him as a brother in arms and knew that he was as much a part of their family as their loved ones back home.
Jim enjoyed what he did for a living. Showing a strong work ethic, Jim worked diligently and did his best to succeed in his career. He owned his own A/C company for 5-7 years, did building inspections for three years with CCSD and Water District a few years. Jim always sought to be a team player, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done.
Jim was a loving husband, father, and grandfather; whom enjoyed his family and everything that life had to offer. In his leisure time, Jim loved going to the shooting range, skiing, riding horses, studying martial arts, and following his favorite sporting events when time allotted. He was also a lover of animals and cherished his pets. His favorites were Dutch, a German Shepherd and Daisy a Border Collie.
Jim Pease was known as many things to many people. He was a loved one, a friend, and someone special. To family and friends who knew him best, Jim will be remembered as a very exceptional person. and someone who was a vital part of their lives. Jim leaves behind him a legacy of life-long friendships and many cherished memories. Everyone whose life he touched will always remember Jim Pease.
Jim was preceded in death by father, James Pease, Sr.; and mother, Patricia Pease. He is survived by his wife, Kim Pease; son, Brian Pease (Lindsey); daughter, Tiffany Najera (Eric); mother-in-law, Carole Pollack; sisters: Theresa Castillo (Tom) and Amanda Baxter; granddaughter Lyra Najera; niece, Cynthia Reinhardt (Phil); and nephews: Chris Barlow and Thomas Michael Castillo.
Military honors for Jim will be held Saturday, July 18, 2020 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM at Palm Boulder Highway Mortuary, 800 South Boulder Highway, Henderson, Nevada 89015.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.palmboulderhighway.com for the Pease family.
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