6-17-2020
I am Kaye Kersey granddaughter of Eva Rolfe (Hale) Rose Jolly's sister. In the early 1950's I visited Carl & Rose Jolly's house on SE Powell with my Mother Rose Marie Rolfe (Kersey). Jim & his brother Dale thought I was cute and would jokingly tease me.  I remember Carl showing me his basement with all his projects he had going on. I swang on that swing in their backyard with the BIG trees. I gave Rose a perm when she was very ill with her heart disease. Anyway I was online looking to see if Dale was still alive (he & Dorthy came to my Mom 's memorial service in 2011). Just wanted you to know I enjoyed seeing all the pics in your video and fondly remember Carl, Rose, Jim and Dale.    from Kaye Schmidt (married name now) in Oregon

To Jim's family and Friends, here are the words I gave at the service. I hope they bring comfort to you. 

As all of Jims friends know he was always interested in the score, so I wrote this in a way he would enjoy:

4 score and 2 years ago Jim Jolly was brought forth on this continent.
3 score and  0 years before that our country was at war with itself.
4 score and 7 years before that our founders  established our country and constitution led by our creator.

In the game of life Jim always got top score, and our creator needed him back on his team.

Thank you Jim for being a great father in law to Pat, Christine and me while you were on our team here on earth.

Dear Janice,,  I was sorry to hear of your loss.  You and your family will be in my prayers.
                      Blessings,
                      Sunday Glover-Cox (US Bureau of mines/USGS)

Dear Janice,  I was very sorry to hear of the passing of Jim.  My memories of Jim and you go way back but learning of your adventures abroad certainly encouraged me to broaden my perspective.  And of course playing golf with you two was always a joy.

It was a pleasure and honor to know Jim.  All my thoughts and prayers,

Dear Ms. Jolly, I was very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Jolly. He was always such a kind person. I remember the strong walk he had at Columbia Plaza, you could feel the floor vibrate. (smile) I hope you are doing well and take care.

Dear Janice,
I am so sorry for your loss; Jim was one of the nicest people at the Bureau of Mines.  I am lifting you and all your family in my prayers.  
- Jackie Waitz

Dear Janice, 

Roger and I are deeply saddened to hear of Jim's passing.  We will miss his passion and energy.  He was an exceptional man and lead a full and exciting life.

Janice -- I was very sorry to hear about Jim's illness and passing.  You and your family are in my thoughts during this sad time.

Dear Jenny, Patrick, Reagan and Rianna,

Our hearts are heavy today as we learned of the passing of your father.  He must have been an incredible man with a awesome sense of humor.  He certainly passed this on to his loving daughter whom in turn passed it onto her fun loving daughter's Rianna and Reagan.

Much Love, prayers and faith,
The O'Neill Family, Michelle, Gabe and MaryMargaret

OBITUARY

James H. Jolly

August 31, 1931 – January 1, 2014

Witzke Funeral Homes Inc.

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