David Jim Sr., 82, passed away peacefully on Dec. 21, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on July 25, 1943, in Lower Greasewood to Slim Jim and Rose Judge Jim. Born into the Towering House Clan and born for the Red House People.
David was a loving grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, uncle, great-uncle, and great-great-uncle.
At the age of 14, he left Holbrook High School to work as a dishwasher to support his family through their hardship. Throughout his lifetime, he worked as a mechanic, a towing operator, a sawmill worker, a US Forest Service hotshot supervisor, and worked for the Santa Fe railroad in Barstow, Calif.
Throughout working these jobs, he built a character of strength, resilience, and courage. Although he was tough as nails, he still had a golden heart. He would provide support for his family, relatives, and community in any situation and in any way he could.
He is preceded in death by his parents, three sisters, and four brothers.
He is survived by his two granddaughters and many great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m., on Monday, Dec. 29, in Greasewood, at the Greasewood Springs Cemetery.
