James J. Badge

PHOENIX – Dr. James J. Badge, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, doctor and friend, passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2018, at the age of 81. He was born on February 3, 1937, to John and Rhea Badge in Greenville, Michigan. Jim graduated from Greenville High School and went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts Degree from New College of California. Jim’s professional career began with Hertz in their truck leasing division. In 1970, however, his career took a dramatic new direction. Jim was accepted to Palmer College of Chiropractic where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic medicine degree in 1973, a career which spanned 40 years. Jim flourished in the chiropractic profession. The positions he held and accolades he received are too numerous to include all of them. Noteworthy achievements include Arizona Board of Chiropractic Examiners which he served on for a total of 25 years (16 years as Chair); National Board of Chiropractic Examiners 1986-2005 (Chair 2004); Board of Trustees, University of Western States (1993-2003; Chair 1997-2003); Chiropractic Physicians Association of Arizona and Chiropractic Association of Arizona. Accolades include Outstanding Service award (CAA); Fred Fricke award (CAA); Chiropractor of the Year (CAA); Henry Esch Pioneer Award (AAC); Lifetime Achievement award (AAC); Paul M. Tullio Award (NBCE) and Arvidson Award for Meritorious Service (FCLB). Jim was a Fellow in the American College of Chiropractors, International College of Chiropractic, Palmer Academy of Chiropractic and the International College of Clinical Acupuncture. Jim’s many contributions extended beyond the chiropractic profession. He was also involved at Paradise Valley United Methodist Church where he served on several committees and led the stewardship campaign multiple years, Rotary, Elks, and Phoenix Sister Cities Commission. Jim was also a member of the Executive Association of Greater Phoenix where he established many cherished friendships. Jim is survived by his wife of 25 years, Deborah Carlson-Badge, four children, James Badge II (Julie); Melinda Dent, Scott Palazzola (Megan), and Katie Iraola (Ryan), and nine grandchildren; Alexandra, Adam, Evan, Erin, Giovanni, Giuliana, Hannah, Sophia and Liam. They were his pride and joy and a shining light in his life. Jim is also survived by his sister, Mary Minard (Keith), sister-in-law Kristine Barman (William), and many nieces and nephews. Jim was a vibrant, enthusiastic and passionate man of God. We will miss you and love you forever. A memorial service celebrating Jim’s life will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. at Paradise Valley United Methodist Church, 4455 E. Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, Arizona, 85253. A reception and light lunch will immediately follow the service in the church’s Fellowship Center. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to UMOM New Day Centers in memory of James J. Badge, ATTN: Development Department, 3333 E. Van Buren Street, Phoenix, Arizona, 85008. Online donations can be made at: https://umom.thankyou4caring.org/donate. Arrangements entrusted to Messinger Indian School Mortuary.