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James Gene “Jim” Shockley

Birth	:	12 Sep 1944 Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, USA
Death	:	14 Sep 2020 Victor, Ravalli County, Montana, USA
Burial	:	Lone Pine Cemetery, Darby, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate	:	46.0289001, -114.1742020
Description	:	Senator James Gene "Jim" Shockley, USMC Major Retired 1944 - 2020 Early Life: Jimmy Gene was born September 12, 1944, at Luke Air Force Base in Glendale, Arizona, to Gene Willard and Helen Boatwright Shockley. Jim was born a traveling man, moving with his parents from Montana to Texas, and California to Virginia. In 1962, he graduated from J.E.B. Stuart High School (now called Justice High School) in Fairfax County, Virginia. Life's Work \| Service \| Interests:* He attended the University of Oklahoma for one semester, then transferred to the University of Montana, since Darby, the home of his... Read More	Senator James Gene "Jim" Shockley, USMC Major Retired 1944 - 2020 Early Life: Jimmy Gene was born September 12, 1944, at Luke Air Force Base in Glendale, Arizona, to Gene Willard and Helen Boatwright Shockley. Jim was born a traveling man, moving with his parents from Montana to Texas, and California to Virginia. In 1962, he graduated from J.E.B. Stuart High School (now called Justice High School) in Fairfax County, Virginia. Life's Work \| Service \| Interests:* He attended the University of Oklahoma for one semester, then transferred to the University of Montana, since Darby, the home of his paternal grandparents, Clyde and Margaret Shockley, was always considered "home." ❦ In 1963, Jim enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving as a radioman in the 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion. He continued his traveling ways, ordered to exotic duty stations such as Okinawa, the Philippines, and Vietnam. On July 12, 1965, he was severely wounded in Vietnam by enemy machine gun fire. His friend, sergeant major Freddie Murray rescued him from the ambush site, saving Jim's life. ❦ Upon completion of his enlistment, Jim returned to the University of Montana and obtained a BA in History. While at the university, he met his bride, Marilee, who became his wife of 51 years. ❦ In 1969, Jim went to Officers Candidate School and was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the USMC. While in the Marines, he returned to the University of Montana to attend law school. He obtained his Jurist Doctor degree in 1976, and then practiced as a trial lawyer in the Marine Corps for 12 years. Jim retired from the Marine Corps in February 1988, after achieving the rank of Major. ❦ He took the next year off, driving all over the United States to visit friends and relatives, as well as floating the entire length of the Yukon River by himself. In 1989, Jim and Marilee moved to Victor, Montana, opening their Law and CPA firms, with the support of their longtime friend, John Hickman, who was their secretary. Jim had a solo practice, including public defending, real estate law, estates, and other services. ❦ In 1999, Jim became a Montana Legislator and served for six years in the House and eight years in the Senate. He specialized in legal services and penitentiaries. He was a bit of a maverick, often voting his conscience; he was helpful to both sides of the aisle. Jim was proud of his service to the State of Montana. Jim was involved in almost everything, including several Marine Corps Veterans' Organizations, the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Masonic Lodge #43, the Lions Club, and the Republican Party. ❦ Jim's achievements are too long to list, but included receiving the Purple Heart, the Navy Achievement Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, the Pat Williams Intellectual Freedom Award, and the Distinguished Services Award from the State of Montana Supreme Court. ❦ He was an avid outdoorsman, hunter, and fisherman, especially duck hunting with his Chesapeake "Chesty," and backpacking with his mules IRS, Patty, and Guido. He had many adventures and tales to tell with his friends, Art and Mike, exploring the Montana wilderness. James Gene "Jim" Shockley, of Victor, Montana, died peacefully at home on September 14, 2020. He was 76. Message: "...and may you have fair winds and a following sea..." Survived By: His spouse, Marilee Shockley; his brothers, Mark (Sherry) Shockley and Steve (Nancy) Shockley, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and other relatives. Preceded In Death By: His parents and grandparents. Memorial Services: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church \| Hamilton, MT \| 19 June 2021 Reception: St. Francis Pastoral Life Center Military Honors: Marine Corps Honor Guard - fold and present flag ceremony \| Marine Corps League & American Legion Post 47 - rifle salute with Taps Honors: Montana Highway Patrol \| Hamilton Masonic Lodge Service Option: Webcast via Brothers Mortuary's Facebook page Inurnment: Lone Pine Cemetery \| Darby, Montana Obituary: © 2021 \| Brothers Mortuary & Crematory Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley *NOTE: Luke Air Force Base is located in Glendale, Arizona, rather than Phoenix, as stated in published obituary.

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James Gene “Jim” Shockley's memorial is located at: Lone Pine Cemetery, Darby, Ravalli County, USA.
When did James Gene “Jim” Shockley death?
James Gene “Jim” Shockley death on 14 Sep 2020 in Victor, Ravalli County, Montana, USA
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Latitude: 46.0289001
Longitude: -114.1742020

Family Members:

Parent

Gene Willard Shockley

(1922 - 2004)

Helen Irene Boatwright Shockley

(1921 - 2008)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Lone Pine Cemetery
Darby, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.0289001, -114.1742020

2. Grantsdale Cemetery
Hamilton, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.1819000, -114.1442032

3. Riverview Cemetery
Hamilton, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2456017, -114.1803970

4. Sula Cemetery
Sula, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8591995, -113.9777985

5. Tolan Creek Cemetery
Sula, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 45.8560318, -113.9134116

6. Blodgett Cemetery
Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2886009, -114.1868973

7. Brickley Cemetery
Darby, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7648000, -114.2786900

8. Corvallis Cemetery
Corvallis, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2991982, -114.1003036

9. Pinesdale Cemetery
Pinesdale, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3255100, -114.2134000

10. Victor Cemetery
Victor, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.4268610, -114.1568680

11. Riverside Cemetery
Stevensville, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.4986000, -114.0982971

12. Maplewood Cemetery
Stevensville, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5042000, -114.0963974

13. Saint Marys Cemetery
Stevensville, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5093994, -114.0986023

14. Gibbonsville Cemetery
Gibbonsville, Lemhi County, USA
Coordinate: 45.5350000, -113.9350000

15. Big Hole Battlefield Cemetery
Wisdom, Beaverhead County, USA
Coordinate: 45.6472410, -113.6521330

16. Sunnyside Cemetery
Stevensville, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5657997, -113.9916992

17. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Florence, Ravalli County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6294000, -114.0861000

18. Christiansen Ranch Cemetery
Jackson, Beaverhead County, USA
Coordinate: 45.7742700, -113.3571300

19. Indianola Cemetery
Shoup, Lemhi County, USA
Coordinate: 45.4013070, -114.1675800

20. Wisdom Cemetery
Wisdom, Beaverhead County, USA
Coordinate: 45.6624985, -113.4393997

21. Merritt Burial Site
Shoup, Lemhi County, USA
Coordinate: 45.3924460, -114.2540340

22. Carlton Cemetery
Lolo, Missoula County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6788880, -114.0791560

23. Briston Cemetery
Beaverhead County, USA
Coordinate: 45.5141983, -113.5733032

24. Nabob Mine Burial Site
Shoup, Lemhi County, USA
Coordinate: 45.3749410, -114.3883400