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Dr. James Marvin Gaddis passed away peacefully on October 7, 2022 at the age of 81 with his wife of 60 years by his side. His family is grateful to have been blessed with such a loving and inspirational man as their beloved husband, father and grandfather. He was loved immensely and will be greatly missed. He opened Lake Stevens Chiropractic Clinic in 1969 where he practiced as a chiropractor for over 50 years. For decades he was a frequent attendee and speaker at numerous Chiropractic functions and an inspiration for so many in his profession. He was the president of his fraternity at Palmer Chiropractic College in the 60s and was appointed by Governor Dixie Lee Ray to the WA Chiropractic Disciplinary Board in the 70s. He received the Pioneer Award (2007), the President's Award (2014) and Outstanding Service Award (2016) from the Washington State Chiropractic Association. Dr. Gaddis was a gifted healer and was greatly loved and respected by thousands of patients, chiropractors and friends. He loved music, fishing, football and flying. He is survived by his wife Lee Gaddis, his daughters Kimberly (Ron) Weyer and Kelle (Martin O'Malley) Gaddis; his grandchildren Alexa (Derek) Mattila and Austin Weyer; his sister-in-law Shirley Chandler, his brother-in-law Russell Benefield and his niece Melissa Chandler.