James L Fish

James L. “Jim” Fish, 82, Grand Forks, ND, died Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Hatton Prairie Village, Hatton, ND. Jim was born January 4, 1936 in Grand Forks, ND, the son of Leo and Bergit (Anderson) Fish. He was raised in Grand Forks and attended Belmont School, South Jr. High and Central High School. Jim married Margaret Jorgenson on June 14, 1957 in Grand Forks. He graduated from UND, and then began working as a Sales Representative for Grand Forks Grocery. Soon after, he worked as a Sales Representative for Procter and Gamble where he was employed for more than 27 years until his retirement. Jim was an avid high school and UND sports fan. He was a life member of the Eagle’s Club where he would call Bingo events and was a volunteer for numerous activities. He was also a volunteer for Catfish Days and for the Grand Forks Fair. Jim loved to play cards, especially with his family. Survivors include his wife, Margaret, Grand Forks; son, Jim (Kari) Fish, Grand Forks; daughter, Jodi Northington, Aneta, ND; grandchildren, Trent, Travis, Grace and James; great grandchildren, Riley, Lana, Avalyn and Otto; brothers, Gene (Coleen) and Bill (Mary). He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Carol Morwood; and brothers, Gary and Roger. Memorial Services will be 1:30 PM Friday, April 20, 2018 at Amundson Funeral Home of Grand Forks, ND. Visitation will be for the hour before the service in the funeral home.