James Passadori ’77 spent childhood swimming with his brothers and vacationing in Santa Cruz. After graduating from SCU, Jim returned to Atwater to join the family business, dedicating over 40 years before retiring. Jim and Debi married in 1978 and built a loving, laughter-filled home with their children, Ryan and Diana Passadori ’03, J.D ’06. Jim found simple joys in growing his garden, sharing its bounty, and playing golf with his beloved “gaggle.” Jim died on June 17, 2025, and is preceded in death by father, Gerald Passadori ’52.