James Evan 'Jim' Dodds

James Evan “Jim” Dodds, 63, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2020, at Hot Springs County Memorial Hospital in Thermopolis.

Born August 23, 1956, in Thermopolis, he was the son of Robert and Laura (Beeler) Dodds. He graduated from Thermopolis High School in 1975. As a youth he enjoyed building forts, adventures in Thermopolis, and fishing with his friend, Mark Whitt and his Dad.

Self-employed, Jim worked in Montana, Oregon, Arizona and returned to Thermopolis. He enjoyed carpentry and loved music, once being a DJ. A jokester, he was fun-loving and loved Halloween. An animal lover he fed many strays.

He is survived by his daughters, Briana (Greg) Wagner of Centennial, Colo., and Christina (Tyler) Hank of Aurora, Colo .; sister, Julie Dodds of Thermopolis; grandchildren, Colten, Ella, Emme, Camden and Kaycen; and former wife, Jodi (Bruce) Bendlin Wasserman of Aurora, Colo. 

Jim was preceded in death by his parents.

Private inurnment services at Riverside Cemetery were held May 4. The family suggests you plant a tree in Jim’s memory.

Mortimore Funeral Home is assisting the family and messages may be offered at http://www.mortfh.com.