James Hakanson Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Hakanson (Klamath Falls, Oregon), who passed away on August 22, 2018 at the age of 77. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Hakanson to pay them a last tribute.

He is survived by: his wife Stephanie Hakanson; his children, Brent Hakanson and Kristina Hakanson; his son-in-law Jonathan Brechner; and his grandchildren, Jonah Hakanson and Kaitlin Hakanson.

Our thoughts and... " - Donna Ikenberry View Sign James R. Hakanson died at home in Klamath Falls on Aug. 22, 2018. Jim is survived by his wife, Stephanie Hakanson; son, Brent Hakanson; and daughter and son-in-law, Kristina Hakanson and Jonathan Brechner. He is also survived by grandchildren, Jonah and Kaitlin Hakanson, Joshua Hakanson and Alison Altstatt, Phil Maupin, Joli and Jason Milstead, Junie Maupin, Sarah Bunker, Skyler Maupin, and Jaden Hakanson; great-grandchildren, Ursula Hakanson and Oliver Hakanson; and numerous wise and true friends. He was born on Nov. 18, 1940, to Arvid "Ed" and Lillie Hakanson. Jim and his parents lived at the Hakanson homestead in Rocky Point, Ore., until 1947 when they moved to Klamath Falls. He graduated from Klamath Union High School in 1959. Following a stint in the U.S. Navy that ended in 1962, Jim worked in the woods, primarily as a timber faller and contractor, until his retirement in 2006. Following his long career as a faller, he worked for the Wiard Park District maintenance crew. Jim loved forests, streams, and animals - and enjoyed all three in the company of old friends and beloved family. He found solace in quiet mornings. Jim's kindness, affability, and integrity earned the respect of many. Without effort, he taught everyone to have patience with one another. Jim prized companionship and conversation over ceremony; as such, no services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Klamath Hospice.