Australian General and Senator Jim Molan Dies Aged 72

On January 17, 2023, Jim's family released a statement announcing the icon's demise. In the note, they revealed the liberal senator died the day before, after a rapid decline in his health after the Christmas celebrations.

The family members went on to serenade Jim with the best words. They described him as many things, including a soldier, an author, a pilot, a volunteer firefighter, and a senator. Above all, Jim was an adored husband, brother, father, and grandfather.

Next, the family members noted that the loss was immeasurable. Still, they took consolation in the memories of the full life Jim courageously lived, devoted to family and in service of the country he loved. Jim is survived by his wife, Anne, four children, and five grandchildren.

Before his demise, Jim served in the army as a major general for 40 years until he retired in 2008. Following his retirement, the legend opted to be involved in something different — politics. He joined politics in 2012 and did his best until his cancer diagnosis.

Unfortunately, in 2021, Jim was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. But despite how bad the situation may have looked, the 72-year-old kept a positive mindset and believed he would overcome the illness.

During an interview, Jim said he received the best care from his clinicians, and his family's love, support, and prayers made him feel better. In addition, he expressed his readiness to fight the illness as he had never been afraid of battles that needed fighting.

In April 2021, Jim took a leave of absence to begin chemotherapy. About a year later, he returned to parliament and was re-elected for a six-year term in the 2022 elections. Unfortunately, he could only serve for almost a year before he died.

Since Jim died, many have paid tribute to the military man. Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described Jim as a man of principle and a politician of conviction. He also condoned the deceased's loved ones, colleagues, and friends.

Other tributes came from leadership figures like Australian Former Prime Minister Scott Morrison, former minister Keith Pitt, former RSL president and army veteran James Brown, and many others.