It is with a very heavy heart that I must let you know that Jim Hathorn passed away last night after a long battle with prostate cancer. Jim is a Fellow of the NSS, a Life Member of the Gem State Grotto (Idaho), and one of the original members of the American Cave Conservation Association (ACCA). His work with designing and installing bat friendly cave gates is well known throughout the US. His accomplishments in the caving community could fill volumes and his "Jim Jokes" will live on for eternity. Most of all Jim was loved by everyone who knew him and I feel blessed to consider him my best friend.
David W. Kesner
NSS #28258