James Jim H. Mann, Jr., 68

James Jim H. Mann, Jr., 68, passed away on Monday, March 15, 2010, at the Brendan House in Kalispell, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on Aug. 9, 1941, to James H. Sr., and Corine Hammer (Plouffe) Mann in Malta, along with his twin brother who died shortly after birth. Jim s mother Corine raised him alone, as his father passed away when Jim was only 1 week old. At 1 year old, Jim and his mother moved to Kalispell to live with his aunt. Jim graduated from Flathead County High School in 1960 and went on to receive his Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting from the University of Montana. Jim worked in numerous capacities as a certified public accountant. While working in Spokane for LeMasters and Daniels, he earned a reputation as an outstanding auditor. Jim was able to work right up until his recent hospitalization. Jim s greatest joy was Mac, his beloved black cocker spaniel. He was a devoted son and a dear friend to many. Jim loved the Mariners, Seahawks, WSU Cougars and the Griz. For many years he was the commissioner for the Fantasy Football League at the VFW. Many will recall the special touches and humor Jim put into his newsletters each week and ingenious ideas he had in distribution of the winnings at seasons end. Jim also delighted in his Saturday coffee/breakfast meetings with the local businessmen, always exhibiting his sense of humor. Jim was preceded in death by his mother, Corine Hammer; his twin brother; father; and stepfather, Harvey Hammer. He is survived by his daughter, Selina Whitford, and three grandchildren. He is also survived by a loving cousin, Kay Lee Cummings, and many dear friends. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, March 19, at Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home, and just prior to funeral services on Saturday. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 20, in the Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Chapel with Father Vic Langhans officiating. Burial will follow at the C.E. Conrad Memorial Cemetery. Johnson-Gloschat Funeral Home is caring for Jim s family. You are invited to go to www.jgfuneralhome.com to offer condolences and view Jim s tribute wall.