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for James Mitchell
Nancy Fowler
August 13, 2004
It seems like I have known Jim forever. At Ohio State he was Bill Poland's last oboe student and I was Bill's first.
When in Ohio to visit my Mother, I would often stop to see Jim in Findlay. Always a fun evening with duets and a great meal.
We rode together to many IDRS conventions.
Jim played so beautifully and was so willing to share his vast knowledge. I will miss you, Jim, and can't believe that I will never receive another phone call or e-mail from you. Thanks for being a part of my life!
Stephen Alltop
August 13, 2004
The Elmhurst Symphony will miss Jim's presence and musicianship. He was a pleasure to have in the orchestra.
Stephen Alltop, Music Director
Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra
Jennifer Paull
August 11, 2004
Jim was a good email friend and a fun-loving, great guy. We met at IDRS Tallahassee and had remained email friends, sharing jokes and shop talk.
We did speak by phone when I spent some time in Iowa in 2000/1. He very kindly gave lessons to a young girl who was in hospital in the Chicago area for a long period for spinal surgery. It helped her morale and that of her mother.
Typical of Jim that he would do such a thing when I asked him.
We loose a valuable coleague and one of the few who really cared abut the oboe d'amore.
Rest in Peace, Jim.
Thank you for your friendship.
Jennifer Paull
Christian Roberts
August 10, 2004
Jim's death is such a loss - he always had a word of encouragement for fellow musicians and was eager to share his love of music. This past summer at JMOC, he took the time to play duets with another friend, unsolicited, using an oboe d'amore I was thinking of buying. If I had any doubts about the purchase, his helpful remarks and the music they made allayed them. It will always remind me of Jim. I am grateful for his friendship and will miss him.
Euanna Pigford
August 10, 2004
I'm sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a special part of the scene at John Mack Oboe Camp. He will be missed!
gary smith
August 10, 2004
I was saddened to learn of Jim's passing. He was an inspiration to hear and to associate with at JMOC for many years. One of the truly "good guys" is gone.
Helen Larrick
August 9, 2004
Jim was a good cousin to have around as a youngster. I will miss him at the family reunions and am so very glad we got to visit this past July 31th.
JEROME KAPLAN
August 8, 2004
JIM AND I PLAYED TOGETHER IN THE SKOKIE SYMPHONY. SITTING NEXT TO HIM AND PLAYING WITH HIM WAS A DELIGHT, I LEARNED MUCH FROM HIM. I WILL MISS HIM.
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