James Michael Whitten passed away on Friday, June 26, 2009. He was born on November 11, 1942, in Sinton, Texas. He is survived by his wife, Helen, his children, Allison of Houston and William of Kerrville, and his sister, Susan Edwards of Corpus Christi. He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Isabel Whitten of Odem.

Jim was a 1960 graduate of Odem High School, a 1964 graduate of the University of Texas, and a 1966 graduate of the University of Texas School of Law. After graduating from law school he joined the United States Air Force, where he attained the rank of Captain. Jim served as a JAG and reparations officer during the Vietnam War. After returning from Vietnam in 1970, Jim opened the Law Offices of James M. Whitten in Sinton. In 1983 he opened an office in Corpus Christi. Jim loved the practice of law and practiced in South Texas for 43 years. Jim was a Fellow of the State Bar of Texas and a member of the Corpus Christi and San Patricio Bar Associations. He also served as Chairman of the District 11-B Grievance Committee from 1983-1988 and City Attorney for the city of Odem.

Jim was a loving father and husband. His love of life, wisdom, and guidance will be greatly missed by all of his family members and friends.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, at Resthaven Funeral Home, 606 S. San Patricio, Sinton, Texas. A graveside service will be held at the Sinton Cemetery at the intersection of State Highway 188 and Cemetery Road, Sinton, Texas, at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2009. 

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