James Golden Obituary

May 17, 2012 (1 yr anniversary)
I love you Ray....I did from the day I brought you on to this earth; until you left to be with our Lord. Please make a place for me up in Heaven right next to you and our two Jims!
Mom...

It's a bittersweet thing to be back in touch, and discover that I have lost a cousin that I hardly knew, and an uncle whom I would like very much to have known.
I have been praying that our Lord gives you peace and comfort Aunt Win.

I can still remember Jim standing next to the family station-wagon in his driveway, with his Elvis styled DA haircut pegged pants, black short sleaved shirt ,with his cigs rolled-up in the sleave on Harper avenue on the south side of Chicago. Thank GOD for Great Memories.

Jim was a beautiful person. One that would do anything to help anyone at anytime. A loving husband and father and a friend to everyone. I felt blessed to know him. I will miss him.
Margot Veirup

A lovely tribute to what sounds like an amazing gentleman. I'll always regret not meeting him, but I'm glad you had time (albeit too short), with him. I know you'll carry those memories forever in your heart.

We love you Win--
Lucy & Craig Brown

It appears Jim was quite a romantic and I can understand how he melted your heart and swept you away. He's the kind of man all women should meet. Anyone who can express how much he loves you and then chases you until he catches you is a winner!

I'm sorry for your two losses Win. I know Jim and Ray were your loves and I can only imagine how much sadness you are feeling. I send my blessings to you and the rest of the family. Please give them my regards.

Love Always, Debbie

I am doing the best I can dealing with this sorrow; 17 years ago I lost a husband named Jim, but losing my son; It's unbearable! A man named Jim, who I knew since we were kids, steps back into my life and now he's gone?? I just don't think this was fair...but I do believe in a loving God and know there is a reason for every Season in life. This is just a very sad one for me.

Jim was in ICU for nine weeks from Wednesday after Mother's day until the eleventh of July. My son, Ray was killed in a motorized hang glider accident in Hawaii on May 17th, his 25th wedding anniversary. He took his wife, Cindy to Kauai with their ten year old son, Ross to celebrate. I will never forget the night the doctor motioned me out of Jim's room at ten in the evening and walked me down the hall to the "Quiet" room; I thought "Oh my God..Jim is going to die."

He opened the door and there was my daughter, son in law, a male nurse and my Pastor; all I remember is my daughter, Cyndee saying, "Ray is dead!" They took me out in a wheelchair; I couldn't have gone back into ICU at that time.
The next morning I told Jim "Ray has been killed in an accident," we cried together.
Jim had eight more weeks to tell me "I love you so much" before he went to be with Ray.

I am very sad and will be for a long, long time.

Wanted to share this happening.

My "maintenance" light went on in my car Friday morning coming home from a monthly Bereavement class at Scripps.. (The facilitator never showed up, nor canceled!) So when I arrived home I called the place where Jim took all three vehicles...asking if I 'needed an app't.'

The man said 'bring it right over, I'm Chris'...I didn't say who I was on the phone.

When I got there he came right out, said something like.."Oh, the Toyota...you must be Jim's wife!" So I told him Jim had passed away. he gave me a big hug and said he'd wondered where he'd been.
I waited a very short time... when he came out he handed me a bill with $00.00 as the total. I said "What's this...I want to pay you"...he said "Just give me a big hug!
I never forget a face or a customer and I'll always remember your Jim!" That made my day.
This man had a rather large cross hanging around his neck, looked like wood on a leather type rope... maybe Jesus came down to walk on earth that day to help people thru difficult times.... I felt Blessed.
Love to you and yours at this Christmas time.

Ralph and I still miss Jim --- his infectious smile

"Where do I begin? I actually work for Lowe's and Jim needed some new windows. We scheduled an in home appointment and I was just immediately taken by the love that Winona & Jim had for each other.. I was there to sell them windows and I kid you not I left as a "FRIEND". I visited Jim in the Hospital soon before he passed and I will NEVER forget the look on his face when he saw the "Lowe's girl" walk into his hospital room, his face just filled with happiness. I have never met two such "BEAUTIFUL SOULS" like Jim & Winona, I can only say that although we only met a few times.. It was something that I shall "NEVER FORGET". I am so honored and so very blessed to have met you both..

Dear Win,
It was hard to write on Rays Guest Book and much too soon to write another ...the two awesome men in your life and so close in time. We never know God's reasons or plans..but we trust in His Love that all things do work together for good. I know what a joy and pleasure it was meeting Jim.
He adored you and wanted the whole world to know what a treasure he found in you. He won the Prize! I loved how he held your hands and looked at them as if to imprint them in his heart.
Who knew he would be gone so soon? We all knew you had a gift from God.
John and I both found a friend in both of you and Jim.
I know God has you ever so close to his heart and he has carved you in the palm of His Hands.
Sending our love to you and family.
Always,
John and June Esposito

Win and Jim, one of the sweetest couples ever! Fernando and I will remember you fondly Jim for your awesome smile, your gentle nature and your sweet declarations of love for Win. You have beat us to heaven for now but we look forward to meeting again. Win, our prayers are with you. We admire your courage and strength but mostly your faith in God and His plan. May He continue to hold you up my friend!! Receive much love from the Hernandez Family!!

Dear Win,
When I was thinking about you the other day my thoughts were something like 'this last couple of months were almost like a bad dream' and when we all wake up - everything will be okay... but, then again, not that easy.
Even wtih all the pain and agony of losing Jim, I bet if you had your drutheres' you would accept it all again, even for that 'so short of a time' together.... What you both had happen in later life, was really a blessed union, and even though- so very short-at least it was there and you both had a quality of love/ marriage that some folks only dream of...Guess 'short but, really sweet' can be applied here but, not as slang - just in honesty...

Your son, Ray left this world much too soon also.
I am closing with much love to you Win,
Sally

I admire your strength at this extremely difficult time and pray the love and support around you never faulters...and it won't.
Natasha

Win,
I think God put Jim with you so you could be together at his life's end. It was so wonderful that you both met after all those years. How you were married and had 18 months together. Some people never get that chance. True love seems to find you no matter what.
God Bless you, Love, Your 'coz,'
Mary

Win,
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I was there to take care of you like you always did for me.
Thinking of you and yours,
Love, Bren

Dearest Win,
Please know that my thoughts and prayers continue for you and your family. You certainly must be storing up riches in Heaven with all the suffering you are enduring.Jesus is drawing you close to Him and his cross.
Much love and many prayers coming your way, Jennifer

Win,
Our hearts are sad for your losses.It was so nice to see you and Jim get together after knowing each other for most of your lives. You've made more happy memories over the last year and half then many people make in a lifetime.
I pray that God gives you Peace. We love you and cherish your friendship,
Judie & Emery

Dear Win,
When someone you love becomes a memory the memory becomes a treasure.
May all your treasured memories sustain you and give you strength.
My thoughts & prayers are with you all,
Barb

Dearest Win,Our heart are so saddened at your losses. Know that they are Heaven's gains.
Our prayers and love always,
Carroll & Bill

Dear Win,
We will never forget our trip to Carlsbad and all the love you two showed us. Our memories will last forever,
Joan and Ed Ago

Dear Win,
My heart goes out to you, you have been thru so much. Only our Lord can understand your pain and grief.I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear Jim. My prayer is that our Lord will give you strength and health and walk every step of the way with you the next few months.
Love in Jesus,
Phyllis Wilson

Win,
When I was praying for Jim on Monday (7-11) a burst of light shown right into the middle of my prayer. The light was like the brightest sunshine I've ever experienced. It was very beautiful. Wanted to share that experience with you.
Love & Prayers always,
Jeanette Garcia (and John)

Having just watched a recording of Jim's memorial I am in tears. I am also acutely aware of the brevity of physical life and the endlessness of spiritual eternity. Jim was one to seize the day, connecting in that very moment with whomever he was with or delving full force into whatever task was at hand. I wasn't able to share near enough of those times with him. He once rubbed the pain out of my back that was sore from traveling and I returned the favor to his stiff and swollen feet while he lay in a hospital bed trying to breath. When he lost his battle with breath I lost the chance to have the many more conversations I wanted to have with him. So for me Jim's memory will always be a reminder to be fully present in the moment like he was. Thank you Jim.

Dear Win,
Wanted to let you know how sorry we are for both your losses. What sorrow and grief for you. Jim was a sweetheart and a dear friend who will always be in my heart.
Before he left Joliet we talked, You were the Angel God sent to him. As short as it was, I'm so happy you were in his life at the end.
The love and happiness you both shared for each other is something some people never have in a lifetime. I know Jim is looking down at you every day...with that love.
Sending you love & Prayers,
Sharon & Bob

Win,
We were so sad to hear of Jim's passing. The last time that we were in touch you were setting the stars in his sky, and you should keep all of the short but beautiful memories to bring peace and comfort at such a sad time.
May God Bless you and keep Jim a part of your heart always.
With our deepest sympathy,
Bob & Jan Drish

Win,
It grieves us all for what you are going thru. Your son's death and now Jim. You were the best Blessing in Jim Golden's life. May you feel God's presence during this time.
Dee Luce & Family

Dearest Win,
I know Jim was very happy in California. I am truly sorry for your loss and hope your love and memories keep you going knowing he loved you. I have heard what a great lady you are and what a wonderful family you have.
Take care & God Bless,
Colleen O'Hara

Dearest Win:
I am so deeply sorry for your loss of your precious husband Jim. Jim was a wonderful reflection of God's special love.
I love you,
In prayer Margot

Dear Win,
For me, now, it is all about you. Jim is in a wonderful place and you can flow into more loving moments while you are here on earth.

You moved yourself into a rich future when you wrote your biography; you wrote out so much that cleansed you.

I believe a time will come when you know it is right to continue your story in written form; there is unimagined Love and crushing loss in your story. Somehow writing purifies you and allows Light to enter and open you life to possibilities.

I would prefer, but it is my preference for you, that you write this recent chapter and allow the Light of God to illuminate it.

Love, Barbarra

Dear Win, It is so hard to express again how deeply sorry John and I both are for your loss of your wonderful son and your precious husband, Jim. I can't say enough about Jim. We just loved him very soon after meeting him. Both John and I liked him from the start and he so touched our heart to watch how very much in love you both were. You were so blessed. You have to know it went both ways..How blessed Jim was to have such a beautiful, talented and loving wife such as you.
I pray the Lord gives you the comfort and strength to go on. None of us can believe what you have gone through in such a short period of time. We don't understand the ways of the Lord but we do know His ways are greater then ours and because we trust in Him. We know just a small portion of His Love he has for us. You are his precious little one and he holds you close to his heart and wipes your tear away. Know that he is holding you and keeping you before him, his eye is constantly over you.
We will miss Jim and Ray both ..how sorry for your loss. Our love and prayers are there for you and your family.
Love you always, Win.
John and June Esposito

My dear Win:
How fortunate you were to have Jim an outgoing, thoughtful and sensitive man in your life.....He was obviously in love with you
and we will never forget him.
With love,
Yolanda and Chris.

Win,
I can't tell you enough how sorry Bob and I are for all that you have endured this past year. I admire you for your strength. You are an extraordinary woman, one I am very proud to know.

When I learned of Ray's death...I sat in silence wondering what in the world would I do if I was faced with that tragedy. Then...to learn of Jim's untimely death... you are my hero big time. I find it so hard to believe Jim's gone, and haven't really allowed myself to face it.

I know your heart is aching Win, it's not likely to diminish anytime soon but will ease over time. Both of them filled your heart, it's going to leave a void and spot that was theirs and theirs alone. The great part is that your heart also is filled with others that you love so much and they love you the same. You are still raw with emotion, who wouldn't be. Just try to be kind to yourself and not let it destroy the real Win. There are others that feel the same way about you that you felt about Ray and Jim. They are here and need your love in return.

Wish that I could have been more supportive during the time you were involved in all of this. Jim was so adamant that we not pester you with phone calls and emails. I know it must have been horrible. Bob and I are still upset by this whole thing. I still try not to visualize Jim in my head because it causes tears and pain. Easier for me than you. Bob also feels his own personal grief. I still can't mention him without Bob crying so I try to stay off the subject. Jim always treated me very well. He was a lifesaver for me when Bob was sick.

Sure wish I was there to hug you. If I had a magic wand, I'd fix you. So instead, all I can offer is my ear and virtual hugs and some real prayers of comfort. I hope when we are out to California again we can get together.

It is easy to see why Jim loved you so much. Glad that you got to spend some of your lives together, even if briefly.

I love you and miss you.
XXOO Jill

Dear Win,
What a terrible last few months you've had. But I still remember the Golden Days: your stories of re-meeting Jim, and the wonderful wedding, with all the family together. So glad we got to be there and meet them all.

"People speak of courage, ask 'how do you do it?' No answer but 'I just keep waking up.' And yet in some deep resilient fiber-nerve of being I know: Something chooses....
Each day the sun lifts through rose-mauve mist hangs high then sinks
to smoldering purple and gold pushing against the dark. And every day I too rise, and through survivor's eyes I look, and see, and tell him."

Wishing you strength and solace, dear Win,
with love,
Lonnie & Maurice
Del Mar, CA

Hi Winona
I am very sorry and sad to hear about Jim. I do not know how to say to you to make feel better.
I wish he will be in good rest in heaven. I remember he was a wonderful guy.
Sincerely Chungsoo

Oh Win, my heart goes out to you...so much sorrow in such a short time.
I am so happy Jim came into your life to make you so happy. It was such fun sharing the excitment with you yet so sad now as your time together was just so short. What a Love Story!!! He touched so many of us in the short time he was here...he gave you all he had when here and will give you more when you are together again!!! At the moment he's hanging out with Ray.
In light, love and prayers.

With sadness in my heart I am writing this. I was shocked to hear about Jim's passing. We were friends since the 60's when we were in the same motorcycle club together.
We renewed our friendship after a long absent period, through the internet.
The last time I saw Jim was at the Sidecar rally in Lake Tahoe, CA. In June of 2009. He was very excited when he talked about you at the rally. He showed me some photos of you that he had on his lap top.

I still think of him every time we pass by the avocado section in the grocery store, as that was the area he moved to in SO. CA.

Take care Winona I am very very sorry for your lose.

Big AL

Jim was a good friend of mine,I remember when he said he was moving to california to be with his 'love of his life,' I knew jim for about 14 years and never seen him happier. i just never expected something like this, my wife and my prayers are with you.

I am shocked and sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He was a good friend of ours. Jim and I first worked together back in 1977 on a big job in Montana and we have been friends ever since. Jim recently had breakfast with our youngest son Joe who is stationed at Camp Pendleton and we had discussed with Jim the idea of paying you two a visit next year. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jim told me how he and you had gotten back together. He spoke highly of you and your relationship
that he cherished so much.
You already know what we and so many, many other people know: that Jim was a really great guy! He touched a lot of lives with that big, bearded smile of his and he always opened his arms as a friend to others first. He was a great, great guy...and I know that the two of you were a great, great couple. You have our most sincere condolences.

Mike and Becki Rukavina
East Canton, OH

I met Jim at TriCity Rehab class. He was the 'class clown' and helped all of us how to laugh at a difficult time in our lives.
One class setting, he gave a little 'speech' about how lucky he was to have finally found the 'love of his life' and then told us how special you are to 'put up with him'....

I am so sorry for your loss.

Sincerely,
Alyce Howard

My dearest Win
How I wish I could have been at the memorial service. It just sounded perfect from the reviews.

Thank You for my birthday greeting in the midst of your grief. What a gift you are!. Lots of hugs.
Love Katy

Although I only knew Jim for a short while, I know two things about him for sure: he had an infectious smile and he was madly in love with his wife Win. I loved how he held her close to his side and often had his arm wrapped around her. He was a great man!

I too went to the memorial service.What a blessing to have made so many freinds in such a short time, What a special person to have so many say meeting him the first time his genuine warmth of heart left such a lasting impression. My first meeting he was introduced as Win's Fiance. It was a suprise to me.I was thrilled because He just glowed and his love for Win so evident. Jim was a special gift to Win & all who met him.

Today, July 30th, I attended Jim's memorial service and celebration of his life. What an amazing life he had. I know Jim is smiling and is so happy so many people came to the church to celebrate him. The church was filled to capacity. And Win chose perfect music and said the most beautiful and loving words for her husband. Jim would be humbled and so proud of his family. He touched so many with his amazing smile.

It was a pleasure to know Jim while he was in the hospital. His love for and devotion to Win was unmistakable. He always was kind, funny, and brave despite all that he was going through. May God bless you, Win, with His peace that surpasses understanding.
--Ann in Occupational Therapy

I had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know Jim through our time together at a Pulmonary Rehabilitation program at Tri-City Medical Center. Jim had a quick wit and a wonderful way of communicating. After our eight week program was completed Jim shared with all of us a photograph of the entire class. Thank you Jim for making our class an enjoyable and lighthearted experience.

Rick

I only met Jim once while He, and his wife Win were visiting in Chicago. I knew instantly what a special man he was. He was easy to talk to, and he treated Win with so much love, and devotion. He will be missed so much, and I am so glad that I had the oppportunity to meet this wonderful man. My heart goes out to Win, and their families.
Barbara Mohn

Dear Win,
What a terrible last few months you've had.
But I still remember the Golden Days: your stories of re-meeting Jim, and the wonderful wedding, with all the family together.
So glad we got to be there and meet them all.

Wishing you strength and solace, dear Win,
with love,
Lonnie & Maurice
Del Mar, CA

Dear Win
Its just unbelieveable losing both son & husband within 2 months. We feel so lucky to having known Ray, who was a wonderful, caring son.
Jim who loved you so much he posted signs at ICU celebrating 18 mo. of marriage.
Your incrediable faith will carry you through. I believe God never closes a door without opening another one.
We pray for you daily & you are on my widows list to pray for which includes Cindy.
Much Love
Katy & Don, Bloomington MN

I have regrets that my relationship with Jim was all too short. I regret not sharing more of our lives together. However, I do not regret in any way the pleasure I received from our short relations.

I remember in joy; dwell on his short but very real posititve impact; and rejoice knowing that he and I will have thousands of years to get better acquainted.

Jim, is it true that the sand traps on the Heavenly Golf Coursees are filled, not with sand, but gold dust?

In fond memory,
Benny and Dena Broussard

Jim was a special guy, glad we got to know him if only for a short time. Our prayers are always with you and you know where to find us if you need anything. Pat, Desiree and Nicole Clarke Mobile, Alabama

Dear Win, We are so glad to have witnessed your beautiful wedding to Jim and that you had the opportunity to travel and have fun with one another during the precious time you had together. We are so sorry for your loss and for the family's loss. Jim will be missed. Love you,

I'm so sorry to have to say goodbye for now. Though I only met you a few times due to my living in Colorado, you were always a sweet, sweet man. Your kindness and love for others was such a blessing. You will be missed in a big, big way both by friends and family. I was so looking forward to seeing you again on my next visit to California. Now I will look forward to seeing you in God's new world. God bless you Win.

Dear Winona,

My thoughts and prayers are with you to share your grief. We have never met that I recall but our lives have so much in common.

Ross

I did not get the honor of meeting Jim, but Win is a dear friend of mine. This story is so sweet and sad, but also will have a very happy ending in Heaven. I am so glad to hear of the happiness that Jim and Win found together. It fills my heart with joy.

My heart is sad not to see your smiling face at ENCINITAS CAFE for breakfast. You are missed. Your lovely wife called me today and it was a shock. Much love, Bubbles

I didn't know Jim well but I admired how much he loved Win. The few times I saw him that was his favorite subject. My heart and prayers go to Win and everyone who loved Jim

i knew jim for quite awhile he was a great person ,always one to lend a hand ,especially at my work,gonna miss you buddy

Dear Win,
We didn't know Jim well but know that he brought great happiness into your life. May he and Ray rest in peace and may your great faith give you peace.


Laura & Ed

Well, Jim, this is the sacond time that I've had to say good bye to a dear friend. First, our Diane & now you. We have been friends for such a long time & this is really hard to say good bye, so I guess I won't, I'll just say so long for now. Please do me a favor & give my Grandson, Tommy, a big hug from me. I will miss you, Jim, & all the e-mails we shared. Love you, Sandy. PS tell God that we are sorry about the hub caps. HA!

Sending you love, Win, in this time of sadness.

I miss you so much, Honey....Ican't sleep...so I decided to write to you just to tell you what you already know...I love you!

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Win and her family. I really didn't know Jim just met him briefly at his wedding to Win. What a radiant couple they made on that day. Although they were only married a brief time, Jim made Win very happy. May he rest in peace.

Jim, Although I only knew you for a short time, I so appreciated the way you opened your heart to my daughter and I. Most importantly, I saw how much you loved Win. The happiness you brought her brought me such joy. You will be remembered with fondness and we will have a great reunion one day in heaven!!

Jim, I can't imagine not seeing your handsome, smiling face again in this life. You always had a smile and a big hug for me. And you cooked the most amazing meals. I'll have my memories of you forever in my heart. Thank you for sharing the last 2 years of your life with Win. I've never seen her happier than her time with you. And I will always be there for Win, so rest well. I miss you so much.

Dear Jim--Even though I didn't know you that well, I did know of your love for Win, and the amazing love story you two shared. I know you two will be together again someday. What an example to us all of what true love looks like. Thank you for being in all of our lives--we will not forget you, or our precious Win. Terry & Kevin Miler

Jim was special to us in many ways. We were delighted that he was a fan of Bobby’s cooking and appreciated that he always offered to help with home improvement projects we had underway. In the short time he was in Carlsbad, Jim brightened the lives of many! We were touched by the love he and Win shared and always enjoyed seeing the two of them together.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Win, and all who were close to Jim.

Jim,

Sorry I didn't know you longer but the times I was around you were always very pleasant and enjoyable. We will miss you, but we know you are in a better place now,and not suffering.

Jim,

I'm glad I got to know you. I thought of you as an uncle and will look for you in heaven. i loved you good buddy.
Gregg Hahnel

We know Jim is in Heaven, and thank God for letting him touch so many while he was here. Win we keep you in our prayers. We know you have had more than your share of heart ache this last few months. We love you.

God bless his loyal wife that waits behind.

Jim is greatly missed and his love for Win was something he professed to all. Jim and I became friends when my wife and I met him at a Pulmonary rehab class earlier this year. He told us about his love for Win and how they reconnected after so many years. He said that she was the greatest thing that had happened to him and wanted to be with her always. Win, we send our condolences and you are in our prayers. Jim, we miss you.

How wonderful that Jim is in heaven with Jesus. You are an amazing woman and your faith shines through. Your heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

I did not know Jim,however I do know his brother Brendan and I'm sure Jim possesed the same qualities and values that the Golden Family held dear to them.Win, I can only say my heart goes out to you and the Golden Family.

Dear Win,

Thank you for including me in your circle of friends and introducing me to your wonderful Jim. Though I only just met him and then was with the two of you twice, it was obvious to see you what a happy couple you were. The look of devoted love in his eyes as he glanced at you from across the room said it all without a word spoken. You were the love of his life.

Jim was so easy to get to know; his family values, love of life, his quick wit, his sense of humor and above all his remarkable strength and courage. We all felt better just to be around him.

Jim was such a part of our lives and now he is part of our memories and in our hearts forever. He will always be James 007 Bond.

Love to you and your family,

Rae Hahn, Carlsbad, Ca

We only spoke a few times but the joy we saw in each of you was inspiring. We know you are now in a place we are all jealous of. We are blessed to have been witnesses of such a loving person. We will continue to keep Win and those who were close to you in prayer as you left a great mark in this world.
Love Nate, Katie and Kailyn Wells

Thanks Jim for taking Win on the ride of her life...for all the repairs in the house...for your work in the garden...for making this beautiful woman shine!!! The fairytale wedding...everything you shared together...what special memories you have given her! Thank you!!!

What a wonderful love story Jim and Win have, although it ended much too soon. I didn't get to know Jim well, but I know that he loved Win and made her happy, which meant he was okay with me. He was certainly someone who lived his life to the fullest and I hope this knowledge will comfort Win and the rest of the family in their loss.

Jim, I only met you once, but that one time was very special. I knew Win was so lucky to have you in her life. You have left us much too soon, but I know you are with Our Lord, and we will all meet again someday. I continue to keep you, and Win in my prayers.
Barbara Mohn

So sorry Nonie I wish I could have met Jim in person,sometimes life is just too short.
Pat and I will be praying for you.
Love You
Your Cuz:Rick

dear jim,
i learned from you to be bold in expressing love toward one's wife. i remember the pastor asking for praises and you boldly declaring to everyone at church how much you loved win and thanked god for her being at your side (as you wrapped your arm around her). boy, i remember leaning toward jennifer (my wife) and whispering to her "he just got all the guys in trouble...how can you top that?" i learned that evening to never miss a moment to affirm my love toward god and be thankful for his many blessings. all i can say is thanks for that lesson and save a seat for me, brother.
win, your strength is a testament of faith
and love. god bless.

JIM CAME INTO MY LIFE FOR A SHORT TIME BUT LEFT "BIG TIME MEMORIES" ONE MEMORY I WON'T FORGET IS JIM TAKING ME FOR A RIDE AROUND MY NEIGHBORHOOD ON HIS MOTORCYCLE THERE ARE SO MANY OTHER MEMORIES AND I WILL CHERISH THEM ALL.
JIM WAS OUTGOING & ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE AND FOR SURE HE MADE MANY
FRIENDS HERE AT LAS FLORES & THE MANY RESTAURANTS & SHOPS HE VISITED. HE MADE YOU FEEL GOOD. THANKS "SWEETHEART"(MY SPECIAL NAME FOR JIM)FOR TOUCHING MY LIFE WITH YOUR
LOVE.

MARILYN HAHNEL

Jim, thanks for being in my life. We grew up together and shared many adventures. When we grew up we kinda lot track of each other and fate brought us together at the steel mills.
Now you are in a better place looking over and protecting the people you loved. My prayers are with you and Win.

Jim Jim Jim!! I wish you hadn't left us, you wonderful man... We will all miss you so much, I wish we would have all gotten together for dinner after Church more, it would have been nice to get to know you better, my Chicago buddy. I know you are with our Lord and that you are at peace. You will always been in my heart and thoughts. Love to you and Win.
Sandra Annweiler

Jim,you were a great neighbor for many years. You will be missed.