Joseph Marion Rimac, Jr., passed away at the age of 65 on January 16, 2017, in San Francisco, CA, of pancreatic cancer. Joe was a longtime resident of Crescent City and Smith River, CA. He is missed by his family, friends, and colleagues who were fortunate to experience his good humor, joy of life, debating skills, and adventurous spirit. An esteemed attorney with more than 40 years in law, Joe was always one to help a family member or friend in need, looking after others, and extending a helping hand or legal advice. Joe was born on July 27, 1951, in Ellwood City, PA, to Joseph and Mary Elizabeth (Badger) Rimac. He was raised in Palo Alto, CA, before his family moved to San Jose, CA, and then Birmingham, MI. He graduated from Seaholm High School in 1969, with honors. Joe earned his Bachelor of Arts from Stanford University (1973) and his J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School (1976), where he served as an instructor in legal writing.