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James A. ‘Jim’ Biddle

April 18, 2023 by Editor

Jim Biddle, age 80, passed away on April 5, 2023. Jim was known throughout town as the town greeter. He would walk through town waving at everyone, whenever he talked to someone he’d always say “You’re looking good”, with his right hand raised in salute. He had a way of making everyone feel special. He was a gentle soul who spent his days walking, everywhere, for miles, always smiling, always waving, and telling everyone “You’re looking good.” He loved sitting on the bench in front of Valley Drug eating his ice cream or eating M&Ms.

From his family; George, his brother, and his niece, Tawnya we would like to thank Deborah, Amal, and everyone at the Living Center, and everyone in town who opened their hearts and cared enough to keep him safe. We also want to thank Valley Drug for his ice cream, Napa for his daily treats, and Cenex for his M&Ms. We especially want to thank Chief Sosa and the entire Stevensville Police Department, as well as the Ravalli County Sheriff’s Department for seeing Jim walking to far from home and caring enough to see him home safely. We are so appreciative for all of you.  Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.whitesittfuneralhome.com.

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  1. Lynda Holt says

    April 22, 2023 at 10:09 AM

    I remember the day when we gave him that hat . His big smile. He was such a sweetheart.

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