A woman who is getting crucial resources to families who otherwise would be at risk of facing poverty has been named 2024’s “Remarkable Woman of Denver.”
James “Jim” David Orth, age 38, of Hastings, MN, passed away on Sunday, June 4, from a tragic motorcycle accident. Jim was born on April 23, 1985, in Rochester, MN - the son of Jeffery & Kathy (Larson) Orth. Jim graduated from Mayo High School where he was active in baseball, basketball and thoroughly enjoyed playing football. He played youth football, basketball and baseball and was active in the Olmsted County 4H Club. Jim’s football coaches all enjoyed his enthusiasm and passion he brought to the game. As a football Captain at Mayo High School, he inspired the team to always work hard and strive to win. Jim was always an avid Vikings fan and never missed a game-attending many in person. He enjoyed fantasy football as well and enjoyed the role of Commissioner. During games, Jim had the ability to watch multiple players and was able to critique their play performance in real time.