James Hiett Obituary (1951

James “Jimbo” Allan Hiett James “Jimbo” Allan Hiett passed away peacefully in Manti, Utah on November 16, 2016 at the age of 65. James is survived by his wife Vicki (King); His children Karey (Blake Wagner), Jason (Jamie Villa), Sarah (Bronson Hunter), and Jared (Destiny Manns). He is also survived by his grandchildren; Madeline, Jubal, Katherine, Taylaz’jon, Bryton, Oakley, Brooklyn, Mason, Ashlynn, Canyon, Skye, Diesel, Gaje, Seven, and Jaryn. James was born in Nucla, Colorado to Clifford and Madeline (Smith) Hiett. After graduating from Nucla High school in 1969 he worked at the uranium mills in Uravan Colorado He became a verified pipe fitter at the age of 20. James went on to marry the love of his life Vicki (King) on February 2, 1980 and had three children. James overcame stage 4 throat cancer in 2001 and became an inspiration to all who knew him. James instilled a work ethic that carried onto his two sons, who followed in his footsteps as pipe fitters. James was known for his contagious laugh and his passion for the outdoors. He was the definition of a simple man, yet had such a profound impact on everyone who knew him. A funeral will be held in his honor on November 23, 2016 at 11:00am at St. Marguerite’s Catholic Church in Tooele, Utah, with a reception to follow. Father Ken will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Jimbo’s life. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of James Allan Hiett please visit our Sympathy Store.