James Hans Jorgensen
October 18, 1944 — December 22, 2024
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James Hans Jorgensen, age 80, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.
James was born October 18, 1944, in Ames, Nebraska.
He proudly served in the United States Air Force for 12 1/2 years, then transitioned to the U. S. Army for 7 ½ years, from where he retired. He dedicated himself to recruitment for the armed forced.
James was a lifelong learner. Wherever he resided, he enjoyed taking classes and furthering his education.
He rescued and fostered Bichons for Small Paws Rescue. James volunteered for Story County Democrats in various capacities. He was an Iowa State Cyclone Football and Basketball fan and loved watching the Kansas City Chiefs.
He is survived by his spouse Joyce Jorgensen, son James Jonathan Jorgensen (Angie), stepsons and stepdaughter Troy Pressley, Karla Williams, Kevin Krambeer, brother David Jorgensen (Shari), sister Janet, grandchildren Josh and Justin, Garrett and Alexis, numerous step-grandchildren and one step great-granddaughter.
He was preceded in death by his parents James Robert “Bob” and Evelyn K. Jorgensen and his sister Nancy Nielsen.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 10, 2025, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Burial with military honors will take place at Iowa Veterans Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. on Friday.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
JoRose Melchiorre
01/22/2025
Joyce,
As another member of the Small Paws family, I want to give you my deepest sympathy on the loss of Jim. And thank you both for all you’ve done for puppies in need. God bless you in this awful time.
Jo Rose
Leah Williamson
01/09/2025
Joyce,
My wanted to share my deepest sympathies and prayers for you and your family during this time as I will be unable to do so in person on Friday.
May the Lord bless and keep you,
Leah
Tyler Thacker
01/09/2025
It was a pleasure spending time with Jim. I enjoyed our time visiting and sharing stories. He will be missed.
Joyce, our hearts and prayers are with you as you make this transition. We pray that in peace and good memories will be your companions.
Love, Tyler and Suzanne
Merlin Pfannkuch
01/07/2025
Joyce and family,
With sympathy and love on Jim's passing.
I knew Jim a bit through the Story County Democrats. But obviously I didn't know him well -- or i would have known that he rescued and fostered Bichons. (We had Mop, spouse rescued him, for more than 12 years.)
Selden Spencer
01/05/2025
My condolences to Joyce and family but profound gratitude to Jim for all his efforts on my behalf during various political campaigns. A trooper even as health issues arrived. Parades, door knocking, driving and helping in so many ways that I can never repay.
Thank you Jim for your dedication to making this a better world.
Sincerely, Selden Spencer, MD
Joanne Raus
01/05/2025
Dear Joyce,
I'm so sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. Wishing you comfort and peace and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Bekye Eckert
01/05/2025
Dear Joyce,
I am so very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Your Small Paws® family grieves with you. May your happy memories of Jim bring you comfort during this sad time.
Bekye Eckert
Board Member, Small Paws® Rescue
smallpawsrescue.org
Bonnie Ferguson
01/05/2025
Joyce, I am so very sorry to hear about Jim's passing. You guys have been such a big part of Small Paws® for so long. Many dogs have been helped due to your generosity.
I know that words are inadequate at a time like this, but I wanted you to know how very sorry I am for your loss. My heart goes out to you.
Bonnie Ferguson
Director of Adoptions
Small Paws® Rescue
www.smallpawsrescue.org
Betty Gordon
01/04/2025
Joyce and family,
My heartfelt sympathies to you all on the loss of your beloved husband, dad, step-dad, grandpa, etc.
We didn't get a chance to get to know Jim well since he stayed in your apt. here at Windsor Oaks.
I remember driving you 2 several times to restaurants for our outings.
I'll never forget one conversation of someone living with someone with "fringe benefits". I can still hear Jim chuckling on that one.
Last time I saw him and visited him was at our thanksgiving potluck.
I was unaware his health had gone down so fast to the end.
I donated online to SMALLPAWSRESCUE.ORG per your request Joyce.
RIP JIM. You can now walk again enjoying your health fully in heaven.
Robin Pressnall
01/04/2025
Dearest Joyce,
You and Jim have been a cherished part of Small Paws@ Rescue for so many years now. Many rescued Bichons had wonderful lives, thanks to you and Jim.
We thank you so very much.
Jim will be so very missed.
Our prayers are with your family at this sad and difficult time.
Love, Robin Pressnall
Executive Director
Small Paws® Rescue
www.smallpawsrescue.org