James Dallas Creason, 88 years old, passed away peacefully November 23rd, at home with his dog "Pepper" at his side. Jim was born September 25, 1930, in Lawrence, KS. Jim was one of thirteen children born to Reed and Loueida Creason. Jim and Pat, with their three children, moved to Lake Havasu City in June of 1969, arriving from Kansas City, Mo. Jim served his country by enlisting in the Navy, there he was assigned to the parachute loft, testing parachutes, he was the owner of Creason Painting & Trucks by Creason, an Elder of the Community Presbyterian Church, a Scout Master, Sunday School Teacher, and Rotarian. He was a loyal friend, honest businessman, proud father, and he was a devoted husband to Pat, which involved him in many charitable programs through Pat's involvement with Interagency. Along with his devotion to family, Jim enjoyed working on restoring older vehicles, making stain glass pieces and sports. He enjoyed hunting with his brothers and fishing. Jim leaves behind his Sister, Joyce Logston, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Also, he is survived by son, Keven Creason; daughter, Jami Creason; granddaughter, Dallas Lawslo; grandsons, James D. Creason II and Mathew Creason; and Duey Miller, who was another son to him. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Patricia Creason; sons, James Reginald Creason and John Ward Creason: granddaughter, K.C. Sulis-Creason and eleven brothers and sisters. A memorial service will be 4 p.m. December 13th at Community Presbyterian Church, 3450 Chemehuevi Blvd., with Dr. David Bybee officiating. A reception will immediately follow the service at the church reception hall. The family asks in lieu of flowers a Memorial donation could be made to Creason Counseling Center, care of The Havasu Community Health Foundation, 94 Acoma S. Ste. 101, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403.