It is with great sadness we are informing you of the death of Jim Struthers, October 23, 2016. He passed away in his sleep from heart failure. It comforts us to think of him visiting with his mother and father and other family members who have passed on as well as playing guitar, again, with long- lost friends.
Jim was a gifted guitar player, entertaining family, friends, and anyone
else who happened by. He was an avid Chet Atkins fan! He became adept 
at Atkins’ technique, was accomplished with classical music on the guitar, dabbled with flamenco, and had an additional, quite- varied repertoire. He was thrilled to meet Chet in Nashville, became acquainted with some of his family and friends with who he enjoyed getting to know.
He was a talented linguist covering East Asian dialects, particularly Thai,
along with Russian, Spanish and German. Jim was adept as a writer of life experiences, who, avoided publishing, but shared his works with friends and family.
Jim quietly touched many lives: Translating for East Asian refugees, sponsoring a Laotian family, sharing recollections and photos with Army buddies or their families, or simply watching out for neighbor’s homes 
and pets while they were away. He was a researcher of US and World history,
especially military and family history. This interest began through a good
friend who was a WWII Flying Tiger veteran. A recent research project
involved sending pictures he had taken in 1966-67 during the Viet Nam War to the mayor of the village in Thailand near his army base. He received a heartfelt reply and current photos in return!
Consistent with his wishes, a private, close- family service was held at Tahoma National Cemetery, 18600 SE 240th St., Kent, Washington. [Columbaria Wall: FE Row: Niche: 25]
Jim is survived by his sister, Judy, her husband Glenn Carrier; nephew Mark Swift and wife, Pam, grandnephew, Logan, and grandniece, Samantha, along with numerous cousins and many friends he made along the way.
Jim led a private, multifaceted life with worldwide acquaintances. The family would appreciate your remembrances on this public memorial web page. Or If you prefer, your private notes would be welcomed via E-mail: jimstruthersremembrances@
