James McNaughton Obituary

Dear Jim, you were such a positive force in my life, I sure miss you, I bet your keeping the big guy in stitches, God Bless Gregg

Mr. McNaughton, I learned about your loss when I saw you on CNN on Veterans Day 2008. I think of you and your son often, especially on this Memorial Day. My heartfelt thanks for sharing your memories and photos of Jimmy--and for giving me this opportunity to say, "I care." Please think of this entry as a hug from me.

Mrs. McNaughton, I was so saddened to hear of your loss. I worked for Mr. McNaughton when he opened his first model home in Saddlebrook (way back when). I cannot say enough good things about your husband and am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family and may He help carry you on your journey through these troubling times ahead.

McNaughton Family:

My condolences on the death of Mr. McNaughton. Jim was a true gentleman and represented the best traditions of his industry. Sadly, his vision and pride in his business was cut short by the times that we live in and his illness. Jim was a kind and gracious gentleman and will be missed in his field.

Michael S. Garrigan, Village of Plainfield

McNaughton Family,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of Jim. I did not know him personally,only his brother Paul. Being a younger builder I considered James McNaughton to be one of the best in the business and an example of what a reputable home building company should be. I am sure he will be missed.

Karen,
We were so sorry to hear about Jim... we have been out of town, and our mutual friends were having a hard time deciding how to tell my husband, Randy, the news...those mutual friends had put Randy and Jim together as both shared the same diagnosis and doctors, Randy was so glad that they met, Jim was so positive and had such a great attitude, it gave Randy much needed confidence... I just wanted you to know how much it meant to Randy, and that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers...

We're so sorry to hear that Jim died. We know how important your family is to you and how much you all loved him, and we know how much you'll miss him. We'll keep you and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers. Our hearts go out to you, Phil, Sherry, Stefanie, and Philip Reiff

McNaughton Family -- we had the pleasure of meeting Jim when Josh married Meg, and we feel blessed that we did. He, and the entire McNaughton family, are just wonderful and we know he will be missed by many........Michelle and Frank Szoldatits

To the entire McNaughton family. Please accept our condolences on the death of Jim McNaughton. We did not know him personally, but we worked for Paul for several years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Don and Joyce Daly

Karen,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim will be much missed.
Don & Ruth Whittaker

Jim was a strong and courageous man. He was a pleasure to know and do business with. One of the fairest men I ever dealt with. He will be missed.
Angelo Kleronomos

A wonderful man, a beautiful spirit, Jim McNaughton will be missed by many. I am glad I had the chance to come to know him and you, the entire McNaughton family. I know all of you were his strength and joy, and he will live on through you. My thoughts are with you all.

Karen, we will always cherish our memories of Jim. He was an outgoing wonderful man that always had a kind word to say.

Karen, & The McNaughton Family you all will remain in my prayers. it was a pleasure working with Jim & Scott McNaughton at Cole Taylor Bank. He will never be forgotten. God Bless you all.

Karen, sorry to hear about Jim our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kim & Lou baldo

Karen,
So sorry to hear about your husband. I will not be at the service but you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris Van Der Karr
(former Weds docent)

Karen,

We were so sadden to hear of Jimmy's passing. I have thought of him and our families so much since then and of all the wonderful memories we had at family gatherings. I still tell the story often of Jay Anderson's telling of meeting Jimmy at Dad's Day at the U of I and asking if he knew Ronnnnie Veeeeenstra that lived in Robinson. At least that's Jay story and you know how he can tell them. I can only imagine all the many many memories each of you have and will always cherish.

Our best and much love to all,

Ron and Becky Veenstra

Karen, Scott, Ryan and Megan,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jim was a wonderful man and a privilege to know and work with. He will truly be missed by all of us whose hearts he has touched. -- Debbie Graf

Karen, Scott, Ryan and Megan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jim was a wonderful man who touched the hearts of all of us who had the privilege of knowing him. He will truly be missed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Karen and your family. I still remember when all of the McNaughton and Veenstra cousins would go to the Palos Park forest preserves on Columbus day. We all had fun and enjoyed a great day.

Again, our prayers are with you.

To the McNaughton Family
Jim was first class person.It was an honor to know him.

Meg and Family,
I have never met a closer family than all of you. Your dad was a wonderful man, and I'm sure he was at peace knowing you'll hold each other up through these tough times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
The Meurers

My Sympathy to the entire McNaughton family. Although I did not know Jim well, I worked for his brother Paul for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

My thoughts and prayers to Karen and the entire McNaughton family. Jim will be missed dearly.

Karen, Scott, Ryan and Megan,
We are all very sad to hear about Jim. He was a first class person whom we will all miss! His love of life, family and his good humor are an inspiration to us all.

Karen,
My sympathy and my prayers are with you at this time.
Paul Kelly

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire McNaughton Family. Your family's closeness and love with get you through this painful time and help heal your raw emotions. Jim will certainly be missed. Wish he could have been around to watch Andrew and Caroline grow up. He will have to do that from up above.

Karen, I am so sorry to hear of jims death. My prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Ellen ( dental assistant from dr molars office)

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

It was sad to hear this morning in church that Jim passed away. Last week Paul and Lynette had a prayer request for him and one was given today for all of your family in this time of great sorrow. Of course your family has been connected to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Palos Heights since childhood days with many fond memories.
My deepest sympathy to Jim's wife Karen and family and to all members of the McNaughton family. Special thoughts to Paul and Lynette and Karen
Reilley who I have been more closely connected to through the years.
"Though the voice is quiet, The Spirit echo's still" With love, Joan Meyers

We were very sad to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the McNaughton family.

We are very sad to hear that Jim has passed so early in life. He was very helpful to us when we moved to Westmont in 1997. He and his family will be in our prayers.

Dear Karen, Scott, Ryan and Megan,
I was so sorry to read of Jim's death. It has been a long time but I have happy memories of all of you. Having thought a lot about everyone and the fun we all used to have.

This is very sad day for all who knew & loved Jim. He will be greatly missed.
Our thoughts & prayers are with his family.

Jim was not only my friend but a man of great honor and integrity. He will be sorely missed by many including our family. Our prayers and best wishes to Karen and the entire McNaughton family. Thomas Marquardt

Love and miss you with all of my heart dad.
Love, Meg

Love and miss you with all of my heart dad.
Love, Meg

Our most sincere condolences to entire McNaughton family. We are thinking of you in this difficult time. Jim did many things to help us through the years. We will keep him in our prayers.

So sorry to learn this sad news. My condolences to his family and all who loved Jim. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Sincerely, Kathy Lundin Manofsky