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Beverly Shoemake posted a condolence
Saturday, July 4, 2020
Jim was a good man with a good heart and many diverse opinions on life. May he be celebrated and be glad to find the peace he deserves. God speed my friend!
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Cassy Shoemake posted a condolence
Friday, July 3, 2020
I may not have known him all too well in a personal sense, but I still remember him well despite that fact. When I was on one of my visits with my father in Florida to see him, he never ceased to try to strike a conversation with me, asking about my well-being, how school was doing, what I wanted to do, and so on. He and my father told me stories about how they met and their comedic shenanigans, and amongst one of those many conversations, I was asked if I liked comics. When I said yes, he went to find a book that had a wide portion of Bloom County comic panels, and gave it to me, and to read it and keep it safe. When I re-read that book now, with how it makes me laugh and just generally happy, I think of him, and that kind-heartedness he had shown me.
He may not have been blood, but he was part of my family in my heart, and really showed me that, no matter the obstacles in life, a little kindness will take you farther than any other doing.
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JoAnn Manna posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
I, like some others, first met Jim at Paradyne. I admired him, his sense of humor, and how he cared about others. We connected after one of the Paradyne reunions and kept in touch through email. He always asked about me, my job, family, pets, etc. I know he had some struggles but know he is no longer in pain. He will be missed. Rest in Peace, my friend.
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Janet Kettner lit a candle
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
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Janet Kettner posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
I first met Jim at Paradyne in the early 90's. We both worked 2nd shift. I first noticed him on his crutches carrying 7-8 bags from Wendy's, and I wondered about the group sending the guy on crutches to do the food run for the group. But shortly after Jim and I worked a holiday together and got to be friends and I saw that from his point of view that food run was "just his turn". Being born with birth defects, he never played that card. He worked until his employer told him not to. He became a programmer even. And his sense of humor - since he already had the crutches he decided to dress up for Halloween as an accident victim by just adding bandages and some fake blood and he fooled some co-workers too. Or the time he dressed up as Nosferatu complete with professional fake fangs.
I always appreciated Jim for his unique point of view. He and I could talk for hours. I remember him showing me the beautiful historic Tampa theatre when I visited Florida after moving out of state, going to the Renaissance Faire, going to places with our friends from Paradyne. I remember how he and some friends tried to try all of the 300? beers at a pub that specialized in variety.
He was a very good friend. I miss him greatly.
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Tuesday, May 19, 2020
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lona humzer posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
It will be little things that we remember—smiles, laughter—and although it is hard right now, the memories of these things will become tools to push away the pain.
Please accept my sincerest condolences and know that I am here for you.
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John Ingmire lit a candle
Thursday, May 14, 2020
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I was friends with Jim since the early 90's, we met at Paradyne Corp. We bonded over movies and music. I hope he is at peace. I miss him.
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Mike Spinney posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Jim and I met back in 1993 and bonded over our love of movies. We didn’t always have the same taste in movies but it didn’t matter. We just liked seeing them and talking about them.
Even if we didn’t get to see each other often, he was always concerned about you, always asking for your family, how your job was going, how your health was. He was genuinely interested and really cared.
I know he had a lot of struggles towards the end but I hope he’s resting easy now.
Thanks for being a good friend Jim. I’ll miss you.
Mike Spinney
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Arthur lit a candle
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
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Jim was extremely kind hearted and caring. We both graduated Bogie class of 1980, and shared many interests like chess & Technology. It was my pleasure to help him build a concrete ramp & repairs, my son & I raked his yard and took out his trash. We had a great time at Busch Gardens. Jim Loved people and we kept in touch. Jim had a Strong Faith in Jesus. Jim will be missed! Sincerely Arthur Alton
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Sylvia Espinola posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Jerry, I am so sorry for your loss. Whenever I saw Jimmy, he had a smile on his face. You brought him up to be independent and take care of himself regardless of his physical limitations. He was true to that until the last couple of years. He is in God's hands now and finally resting. May you find comfort in that he is now soaring with the angels. Long distance hug to you and Richard.
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