Jim Palmer Celebration of Life Expenses

On May 14, 2020, Idyllwild lost a truly iconic member of our town with Jim’s passing. He passed with no pain and was surrounded by his husband/life partner of 23 years
and several close friends. We all knew him for his infectious laugh, his ability to yarn a good tale, and his willingness to always give a lending ear to anyone who crossed his
path. He will be sorely missed by all of us whose lives he touched. The following are “goodbye letters” from his family, all from the heart and all for us to enjoy. There will be a
life celebration, but due to COVID-19, a date will be announced as soon as this is possible. In the meantime, this Gofundme account has been set up to help the
family with financial realties that they are having to deal with.  Also know that, given Jim was an avid animal lover, any remaining funds will be donated to our local ARF organization.

James Lee Palmer was born and raised in Torrence, California. He was never much of a city slicker, which is why he became known as, “Mr. Real Estate” in Idyllwild, CA
for 41 years. I learned that Dad had even popped into the office that very afternoon, mentioning to Dora how he “couldn’t wait to return to work, he was so bored being
at home.” He was 82, but he still enjoyed both real estate and life on “The Hill.”

Besides being survived by many many Idyllwild friends, Dad is survived by his elder brother Ed Palmer, his husband Spiros, his daughter Kim,his son Doug, the mother
of his children Sandy Jackson, his two grandchildren Nathan and Courtney and his wonderful pup-Miss Daisy. 

To be loved by so many is truly a sign of a successful man. . . such is our Jim Palmer.