Obituary: Oasis resident Jim Wilson dies at age 95

Oasis resident Jim Wilson passed away peacefully July 5 at home surrounded by family.

Jim, a longtime resident of the Menifee community, turned 95 years on June 6. He was a charter member of The Oasis Finance and Budget Committee and served for nearly 14 years. He was both Chairman and Co-chairman during his long tenure. He was also a charter member of The Oasis Forward Planning Committee.

The Oasis Board of Directors recognized his long-term service by making him a lifetime honorary member of the Finance and Budget Committee. He was also awarded the prestigious Mike Bair award for distinguished service to the community.

Jim was a graduate of Princeton University, Harvard Business School and a proud veteran of The U.S. Navy. He was a Senior Vice-President in the banking industry for 35 years and deeply involved in Rotary.

He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Shirley; children Lynn, Chip (Leah), Breck (Denise) and Nancy; grandchildren Eric (Vanessa) Brent, Mary, Nick and Katy; Brother Bill and 8 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, mother and brother Tom.

The Oasis mourns Jim’s passing. We will all miss his incisive mind as well as his wit and wisdom over the years.