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James Floyd "Jim" Vaughn

3 Apr 1935 – 31 Aug 2015

Birth3 Apr 1935
Death31 Aug 2015
Added byDeLories Robinson-Vaughn on 08 Sep 2015
FaGhttps://www.findagrave.com/memorial/152072330

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In Loving Memory of James Floyd Vaughn April 3rd 1935-August 31st 2015 (80 years old) Lynnwood, WA James Floyd Vaughn, 80 years old, passed away peacefully on 8/31/2015 at his home in Lynnwood, WA. Jim was born April 3rd 1935 in Wichita Falls, TX and raised in Sapulpa, OK by his parents John and Clara Seidlits Vaughn. Jim joined the Army serving Battery A, 21st AAA AW Bn at 18 years of age and served during the Korean War. After being honorably discharged in 1957 he began his working career for the Southern Pacific Railroad in California. Later, moving to Seattle, he started working for Seattle Metro Transit in 1967. He was a well respected Metro Bus driver serving the Seattle community for over 30 years. Jim retired in 1997. He, also, worked for Starline Tours as a bus driver for several years. Jim was, also, proud member of Post 37 of the American Legion in Lynnwood. Member of the Edmonds Calvary Chapel. Loyal Seattle Seahawk's fan, and later found the joy of watching indoor and outdoor Lacrosse. Jim and De, also, enjoyed traveling for many years, in their RV, across the US, Canada & the Yukon. Jim is survived by his wife, DeLories, of 35 years. His sons Jimmy(Cyndi), Mike(Jan), Scott(Sarah), Chris(Laura) & Eric(Rachel). Daughter Valla(Larry). Eleven Grandchildren and 12 Great Grandchildren. Two brothers, John(Angie) and Ralph of Oklahoma. Jim was preceded in death by his Dad, John Howard Vaughan, Mother Clarabel Seidlits Vaughn, sister's Reba and Marlyne. Stepson Mark Douglas Helms. His first wife Barbara Mears. A Memorial, open house, will be held September 12th from 11:00am to 2:00pm at the Vaughn home. Memorial donations, in Jim’s honor, can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.

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