- Date Of Birth: July 24, 1935
- Date Of Death: July 26, 2017
- State: Iowa
Jim, the son of Andrew and Stella (Parker) Van Gorp, was born on July 24, 1935, in Lynnville, Iowa. He attended school in Newton. Jim was united in marriage with Virginia Chapman on January 10, 1956, in Mitchellville. Jim served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1956-1962, and then served in the Air National Guard until 1980. Jim was also a longtime firefighter for the Newton Fire Department, retiring as a Captain in 1985. He was a member of American Legion Post 111, VFW Post 1655, and the Retired Firefighter’s Association. He enjoyed golfing, camping, and fishing.
Jim is survived by his children: Anita Bayles of Newton, Penny (John) Bird of Las Vegas, NV, and Jim Van Gorp, Jr.
