James "Jim" Oscar Kallestad
November 9, 1944 ~ July 22, 2025
Born in:
Elgin, North Dakota
Resided in:
Fargo, North Dakota
It is with great sadness that brothers Jerry, Jeffrey and Paul Kallestad announce the passing of our beloved brother James on Tuesday, July 22nd …
James Oscar Kallestad was born November 9 1944 in Elgin, ND …
He attended school in Leith ND until 1958 … when his family relocated to Fargo ND …
Jim attended Central High School and left high school to enlist in the Navy … from which he received an honorable discharge due to health issues …
Jim was a natural Renaissance Man who worked a number of diverse jobs … all of which he acquitted himself well …
He ultimately retired from Petro in Fargo after serving a number of years as a general maintenance man …
Jim’s retirement hobbies included all forms of electronics and bicycle repair …
He was a lifelong Minnesota Twins fan …
In addition to brothers Jerry (Jean Weismann) Jeffrey (Kathie) and Paul (Rose Salinas) all of Fargo … he leaves nephews Jonathan Kallestad and Cristopher Kallestad of Santa Clarita CA …
Jim was preceded in death by his father Oscar and his mother Marian Kallestad of Fargo …
Plans for a private memorial service are currently incomplete …
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So sorry to hear. We are praying for you all. Jane and Patrick moltzan
Brian, Jim held you in the highest regard and treasured your friendship. Thank you for your memories. I know you were a great friend and helped Jim with many projects!