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James H. Condon

Hampden – James "Jim" Hollis Condon, 60, passed away unexpectedly January 17, 2012 at a Bangor hospital. James was born in Bangor the son of Hollis E. and Barbara (Pinkham) Condon.

Jim grew up and attended Hampden schools. He was a 1970 graduate of Hampden Academy. Jim worked at Rawcliffe's Garage in Hampden for many years. He had an interest in motorcycles, gardening, and plants, yet an even stronger interest in music. Jim got his musical start by playing his grandfather's banjo as a child and later the bass guitar, which developed into a lifelong passion and hobby. Jim will be remembered as a loving father, son, brother, uncle, companion, and friend.

Jim is survived by his parents Hollis and Barbara Condon of Hampden; his son, Ryan R. Condon and wife Adrien of Waialua, Hawaii; his sister, Mary Johnson and husband Fred of Eagle River, Alaska; an expected granddaughter, Paige C. Condon; nephews Matthew and Cameron Johnson of Alaska; his companion Reva Newey of Winterport, as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Family and friends may visit 4-7 P.M., Sunday, January 22, 2012 at Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Avenue, Hampden where a funeral service will be conducted 10 A.M. Monday, January 23, 2012 with the Rev. David Nicol officiating. Memorial contributions in Jim's honor may be made to WERU Community Radio, P.O. Box 170. East Orland, ME 0443. Messages of condolence and memories may be shared through www.hampdengilpatrick.com.