Hamel, James Joseph “Jim”

Hamel, James Joseph “Jim”

July 27, 1936 — Davidson, Saskatchewan
August 22, 2015 — Calgary, Alberta

With great sadness we announce the passing of James Joseph Hamel on Saturday, August 22, 2015, at the age of 79 years. Besides his loving wife, Virginia (Ginger) Hamel, Jim is survived by his daughter Kelly, sons Peter (Joelle), Scott (Morgan) and their children Lillian and Olive; sisters Theresa Seifert, Stella (Ray) Kergen, Grace (Bob) Worrall, Rita (David) Martel; and brothers Paul (Rose), Edward (Deborah), Alec (Cathy), Philip (Diane); and numerous nieces and nephews.

Upon his father’s death, Jim took an active role running the family farm, later moving to Calgary where he secured a job with the City of Calgary until his retirement. He volunteered for many years as a little league baseball coach and Minor hockey coach. Jim will be greatly missed by family and friends.