James "Jim" John
Lackett II
21 mei 1968
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16 september 2017
James "Jim" John Lackett II passed away peacefully surrounded by family in Austin, Texas, on Saturday, September 16, 2017.
Jim is lovingly remembered by his father James; mother Noreen; brothers John (Eryn), Chris and Casey; sisters Kelli and Jill (Stephen Sherman); nieces Zoe, Eleanor and Anna; nephew Zachary; many relatives and a group of loyal friends.
Jim was born in Laramie, Wyo., on May 21, 1968. He graduated from Catholic High School in Baton Rouge in 1986 and earned a B.A. in English and Classical Civilizations from LSU in 1990.
Jim resided most recently in Austin, and previously in Baton Rouge; Franklin, La.; and Camano Island, Wash. He was a carpenter and house remodeler.
A philosopher and creative writer, Jim loved analyzing life and inventing stories. A good debate and the challenge of a board game were a few of his favorite pastimes. He liked to travel, read, spend time in nature, and watch football games in good company. Always a gentleman, Jim will be remembered for his kindness and generosity to all.
Very unique and engaging, Jim left an indelible impression on all who came to know him.
A memorial service will be held at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 2025 Stuart Ave., Baton Rouge, at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 6, 2017. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in Jim’s name online at www.cancer.org/involved/donate/memorial-giving.html or via mail to P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.
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Sonny Marks
Sonny Marks
Jimmy was my first friend in the first grade at St. Aloysius. We lived near one another and played at City Park, which was between us. Jimmy introduced me to football cards, which we bought at the 7-Eleven on Perkins near the park. His favorite team was the Washington Redskins, quarterbacked by Billy Kilmer. Jimmy was my partner in crossing Dalrymple to the forbidden side of the park and skateboarding down the steep hill the day I fell face first. He drew in the dirt how my broken teeth looked. Jimmy had knowledge and wisdom beyond our years. He read great books, and knew military history and world affairs. He was understated, modest, kind. We moved from St. Aloysius to Catholic High and he became Jim, one of our school's gentle spirits and leading wrestlers. He kept his smile and authenticity. Rest in peace, my friend.
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