James “Jim” D. Randolph, 62, of Portland, Ore., passed away January 14, 2019, after a courageous 5.5-year battle with glioblastoma multiforme, an aggressive brain tumor. Jim was born on June 8, 1956, in Ishpeming, Mich., graduated from Midland (Mich.) High School, and received a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Chemical Engineering) degree from the University of Michigan in 1982. After college he began what would become a successful, 30+ year career at the Kimberly-Clark Corporation.
As Jim progressed in his career, he moved his family around the United States as well as Asia. Jim was always very adaptable, enjoyed learning about new cultures, and took advantage of the opportunity to take his family on exciting, educational trips. He always said that travel and experiencing different cultures is the best education and sought to ensure his children were global citizens.
Jim clearly loved his family and especially his four children. He was always willing to play with them, read to them, and teach them. He made his values and principles very clear, including the high value he placed on learning and education as well as valuing memories and experiences over tangible things.
Jim was also a natural athlete and a model for healthy living. Swimming, biking, and running were the activities he loved most. In addition, he also enjoyed hiking, cross-country skiing, and playing football with his children. He especially loved spending part of his summers at Houseman Lake in Mich. and all the outdoor activities it provided.
Throughout his life, Jim was a loving son, father, and husband. He was an inspiring person of immutable convictions and principles.
Jim is preceded in death by his father, E. Richard Randolph. He is survived by his beloved wife, Claire Randolph, his children, Sarah M. Randolph (Jonathan Chu), Monica L. Randolph, Jason A. Randolph, and Kaitlyn G. Randolph, and his mother, Betty J. Randolph.
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