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Jim grew up in Colorado Springs and graduated from Harrison High School. After serving in the U.S. Air Force as an Air Policeman, he returned to Colorado Springs to begin his career in law enforcement, joining the Colorado Springs Police Department in 1966 where he served until 1978.
In 1978 Jim joined the District Attorney's Office in the San Luis Valley as a criminal investigator and law enforcement instructor.
In 1982 he was elected to the Office of Sheriff in Alamosa. After serving 3 consecutive terms as Sheriff, he retired with over 28 years in the Criminal Justice field.
Jim is survived by his loving wife Barbara, 1 week short of their 48th wedding anniversary: daughter Jaime (Mark) Miller, grandchildren Tessa and Reid Miller, sister Linda McCormack, brothers Norm (Sharon) Drury and John, brother-in-law Bill Larson and many nieces and nephews and special friends. He is preceded in death by his parents John and Jane Drury.
A celebration of life will be held Monday, September 28 at 11:00am at Swan-Law Funeral Directors, 501 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to New Century Hospice 1524 N. Hancock Ave. Colorado Springs, CO 80903 or charity of your choice.
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Paula Stitz
October 1, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I just found out about Jim's passing through our FBINA email chain. I graduated with Jim at Quantico (168th) and remember him well. He was a great guy and his friends at the FBINA will always remember our time together there with him.
Natalie Fraunfelter
September 28, 2015
Barb & Jaime I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you are going through. I'm sorry I couldn't make it today. You both are in my thoughts & prayers! I will never forget all the good times we had together.
Michele Lee
September 28, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Peggy Cassel-Covey
September 28, 2015
Jim, God Bless you & your family always. You were a great guy & cop. It was an honor working with you for the short time that our careers overlapped. Rest in Peace brother.
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