Harvey James "Jim" Hull , affectionately known as Jim, went to his heavenly home on January 19, 2025, at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. Born on April 20, 1940, in Howard, Kansas, Jim's life was a beautiful testament to faith, family, and hard work.

The firstborn to Harold "Speck" and Betty (Hileman) Hull, Jim grew up surrounded by the warm, small-town charm of Howard. He attended Howard schools and proudly graduated with the Class of 1958. After school, he honed his carpentry skills, becoming a trusted craftsman in the community.

In 1963, Jim's life took a turn toward adventure when he joined the United States Army. That same year, he met Judith May, the love of his life. Their connection was instant and enduring, and they were married on July 23, 1964. Their first year of marriage was marked by both joy and duty as Jim and Judy were stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia, during his military service.

On July 23, 1965, exactly one year after their wedding, their daughter Catharina was born. Ten days later, the young family moved back to Howard, Kansas, following Jim's honorable discharge. In July 1967, they settled in Towanda, Kansas, where Jim built a life of love and stability. Their son Christopher joined the family on October 12, 1969, completing their cherished family of four.

Jim's hands were those of a craftsman, and his heart was one of a servant. He devoted his career to carpentry, working for various companies and pursuing independent projects until his well-earned retirement at 62. Beyond his professional work, Jim enjoyed building and working on cars and hot rods and going to car shows and hot rod runs. His hobbies also included camping, pond fishing and bird hunting; but his greatest passion was spending time with his children and grandchildren.

A pivotal moment in Jim's life came in 1996, when he made the life-changing decision to walk down the aisle of a church in Howard, Kansas, to accept Jesus Christ as his Savior. He was baptized on Easter Sunday, along with his beloved wife Judy, his son Chris, and his grandchildren Jeremy, Nick, and Nichole—a profound moment of faith and family unity.

As a member of Fairview Baptist Church, Jim poured his heart into the congregation not only as a deacon but also in its Vacation Bible School program. He was a gifted whittler and designer, lovingly creating backdrops that inspired countless children. His creativity also extended to his passion for classic cars, as a member of the El Dorroders Car Club.

Jim's legacy lives on in the lives of those he loved most: his devoted wife of 60 years, Judy; his children, Cathy Wood (Tom) and Chris Hull (Angela); his grandchildren, Nick, Nichole, Jennifer, Jeremy, Gavin, and Colin; and his great-grandchildren, Tyler, Mikayla, Mathis, Mace, Mia, Finlee, and Esther. He is also survived by many extended family members and dear friends. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Betty.

A celebration of Jim's remarkable life will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Fairview Baptist Church, 7982 NW 20th St., Towanda. A visitation will precede the service from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Following the service, Jim will be laid to rest with military honors at Fairview Cemetery, directly across from the church.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial contributions be made to the Fairview Baptist Church Missionary Fund, ensuring that Jim's legacy of faith and generosity continues to impact others.

Jim Hull's life was a tapestry of love, dedication, and faith. His gentle spirit, quick wit, and unwavering devotion to his family and community will be deeply missed but forever cherished by all who knew him.