James Richard Lind,72

James Richard Lind, 72, "began his journey to his heavenly home" on Tuesday, May 31, 2005, at his residence in Lakeside.

He was born on Nov.18, 1932, at Green River, Wyo., the son of Cecil and Stella (Anastos) Lind.

After moving to Chicago he became director of maintenance at Northwestern Medical Center where he was employed until 1970, when he went into the leather business as Mustang Enterprises.

He spent the remainder of his life doing what he most loved, tooling leather and teaching young people leather craft.

He was an avid fisherman and loved being out on Flathead Lake.

He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Betty (nee Cristante) Lind, and close friend, Myrt Kochinsky, both of Lakeside; and many nephews, nieces and dear friends across the country.

A memorial Mass celebrating the life of James Richard Lind was held June 6 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church with the Rev. Vic Langhans officiating.

Johnson Mortuary & Crematory is caring for James' family.