James "Jim" Allen Bird
October 26, 1963 ~ March 24, 2023
James “Jim” Allen Bird, of Fargo, passed away peacefully at the age of 59. Jim was called home to our loving Father’s kingdom on March 24, 2023. Jim was surrounded by loved ones when he passed from a brief illness at Sanford Medical Center.
Jim was born to William ” Bill” and Hazel (Pederson) Bird on October 26, 1963, in Hillsboro, ND. Jim attended school in Hillsboro, graduating in 1981. He moved to Thief River Falls in 1982, Fargo in 1987, West Fargo in 1995 and back to Hillsboro for a brief time. In 2009, Jim moved back to Fargo, where he has resided till his death.
Jim has attended Mayville State College for PE and Elementary Education. Class of 1982. Jim then went to Northland Community and Technical College, class of 1983. He also Attended NDSU for Elementary Education and Teaching, also studied Physical Education. Last, but not least, he attended MState, graduating with an AAS in Medical Administrative Assistant.
Jim has worn many different hats. He has worked for West Trail ambulance in 1987, Hillsboro Ambulance from 1985-1992. Jim was a bus and Coach driver from October 1987-August of 2003. Jim also worked for Aggregate Industries as a Semi Truck driver from August of 2004 – April of 2006. Jim also was a peer Advisor at MSCTC from May 2008- January 2009. Jim was part of EVAC ( Emergency Vehicle Assistance and Communication) from December 29, 1989 – 2018.
Jim was confirmed in Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. He became a member of Hope Lutheran Church approximately 2015.
Jim is survived by his loving girlfriend, Theresa Backen, his step-children – Jazmyne (Jordan) Backen and Noah Backen; his aunts – Ilean Maetzold, Maxine Garrett, Arlene Anderson, and Laura Pederson; and 17 cousins. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his grandparents, and his uncle.
A Celebration of life will be held on Saturday April 15th at 11 am at Hope Lutheran Church South Campus (3636 25th Street South in Fargo) with Pastor Kevan Smith Officiating. There will be visitation an hour before the Service. A Private Burial will take place at a later date and time in Hillsboro, ND. Services will be live streamed on the funeral home website.
In memory of Jim, you are invited to wear Red or your Favorite Bison gear. Let’s give Jim one great send off.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center in Fargo. To sign the online guest book, please visit our website at www.boulgerfuneralhome.com.
Services
Celebration of Life: April 15, 2023 11:00 am
Hope Lutheran Church Fargo, South Campus
3636 25th St S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58104
(701) 235-6629
https://www.fargohope.org/
Gathering of Family and Friends: April 15, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Hope Lutheran Church Fargo, South Campus
3636 25th St S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58104
(701) 235-6629
https://www.fargohope.org/
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WHAT years was Jim at MAT? Was it 92-94?
Thank you for all the teachings while we were in EVAC. I will never forget them. I will also never forget that evening after an event when we were just going out for a quick drive to talk, that talk lasted all night and again I will never forget that. I will never forget you. RIP buddy! We will see each other again!
Jim was a classmate of my brother, Richard “Dick” Woods. I remember that he wrote a kind note when Dick passed away in 2020. They were alike in that they both loved people and could strike up a conversation with anyone. Jim was such a kind person. May he rest in peace. God’s peace and comfort to his loved ones.
My deepest sympathies to all on Jim’s death. I got to know Jim when he did the book for South High Basketball. He was a help to me and those around him in making sure we got it right. He was a teacher to the students he was training to take over his job. I saw him a few times when he was helping EVAC deal with a situation. He always had a smile on his face and greeting to give those he came in contact with. Rest in Peace Jim. You will be missed.
Jim we go waaaaaay back. I remember the first time I met you. My mom, Rholeen and your paretns were having a night playing the game Tripoli. Ray, Kurt and Todd Knudson, Rholeen’s sons were there. We had the greatest time shootin the crap. There were many more weekends like that. They were the greatest. My Grandpa always got a kick out of you when football practice was going on after school. They lived right across from the football field. My Grandpa used to say that Jim was the best player because when he would run he would move everyone out of the way so that Hillsboro could make a touchdown. He always thought Jim was the Bees Knees. Jim as for me, I will miss you. I cannot count the number of times you saved me from going out in bad weather. I am one who does not like watching the news. Jim was always on top of everything. I would have driven into a snowstorm or a tornado if it was not for him. Jim, thank you for being a wonderful human being. You are the best. To quote the them song from 1982 Hillsboro Burrors football….. We will We Will Rock You!
Jim I am lighting a blue candle for the Hillsboro Burro Football Team which you were a very important part of. I am always here if you need to talk to Theresa. You know what I mean.