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1967
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2020
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James Pilch Obituary
He is a survived by his beloved son, Carter, his parents, Jim and Jill and his two siblings Chris Pilch and Amy Edmonds.
Jim always had an avid interest in paleontology and herpetology, as evidenced by the two snakes and numerous fossils he left behind.
He graduated from KU with a degree in Biochemistry.
Jim was a proud and honored member of the United States Army, having first served in the Gulf War, followed by service in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
He suffered injuries in Iraq, which forever changed him.
Following his return from Iraq he was director of laboratories in petroleum engineering at KU.
No public services are planned at this time due to the Covid-19 virus.
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Paul davis
August 22, 2020
Lived with Jim during college and enjoyed many conversations with after he retired from the military. I will miss him greatly. My condolences.
Ed Atchison
August 18, 2020
Sorry for your loss and I will miss him greatly.
Karen Gideon
August 18, 2020
Jim, we never met in person, but our online visits about topics that were way over my head, gave me a glimpse into your highly intelligent mind. I'm sure we lost a great one. Thank you for your service to this country and the price it exacted upon you and your family. To his family: my sincere condolences for your loss.
August 18, 2020
So sorry to hear of your family’s loss. Prayers to you all at this time.
Kimberly Stemmerman Shepard
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Dena Stephenson
August 17, 2020
I am so sorry to hear this. I met Jim way back in 1998 when I became the Unit Administrator for his Army Reserve Unit. Our unit was small so we really got to know each other. Jim was still in the unit when we went to Iraq in 2004. Unfortunately, while in Iraq I went to a different base to work and Jim stayed in Baghdad. He was a great Soldier. Sending hugs and prayers to Carter and the rest of Jim’s family.
Fredrick Stebbins
August 17, 2020
I am very sorry for your loss
Jane McCall
August 17, 2020
I was very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I met Jim when he worked for my Dad, Dr. Roger Kaesler, in the Paleo Institute at KU. We remained friends and took the conceal and carry class together. Jim came to my cabin on Lone Star Lake on numerous occasions. I am very sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Jane Kaesler McCall
Verna
August 16, 2020
Papa Pilch, I'm so sorry to read about your son's death. Be kind and gentle to yourself. Thinking of you. (Former client)
Sue Davis McDaniel
August 16, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Valerie Foos
August 15, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
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