James Brigham's Obituary
James “Jim” Brigham of Gardnerville, Nevada went to be with Jesus on Monday, January 19, 2026. He was surrounded by his loving wife and family at Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. He was born May 4, 1938 in New Mexico. He has joined his parents, Durward and Bernice Brigham and his brother Buel in heaven.
He is survived by his wife Josie of almost 50 years, his daughters; Cathy Heflin (Kenneth) and Debbie Higgs, both of Russellville, AR., Tina Miller of Sebastopol, CA., and Marcie Miller of Carson City, NV. Grandchildren include David Heflin (Heather), of Pottsville, AR., Ashley Keeling (Jason), Sara Price (Nick), both of Russellville, AR., Gabrielle Hyde (Jim) of Charlotte, NC., and Jenelle Ullrich of Dana Point, CA.
Great grand children include Kade Lackey, Boston Heflin, Emma Lackey, Harper Price, and Hudson Price, all of Pottsville & Russellville, AR. He also left behind several cousins in Arkansas and surrounding states, and many beloved neighbors and friends in the Gardnerville area.
As a young boy, Jim grew up at North New Hope, AR and graduated from Dover High School. He then moved to California to pursue his career with Sears and Roebuck, where he lived for many years. After retirement from Sears, he and Josie moved to Gardnerville where they continued building a beautiful life together. They enjoyed the beautiful snow topped mountains and watching the wild horses run in their back yard. His love for dogs continued and he & Josie were able to rescue several dogs over the years & always gave them a new best friend and a great home. Jim was one of the strongest, most gracious people you could meet. He always had a grateful heart for all of his daily blessings! All who knew him were blessed by him and his outlook. He will be loved, missed and in our hearts forever.
Cremation arrangements will be made by Eastside Memorial Park in Minden, NV
& a memorial service will be held at a later date.
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