Our hearts are breaking today....I held Jim as he slipped away from us at 2:30 this morning. He was peaceful and comfortable and I held and kissed him. I will write more later. I hurt beyond words. Every movement....every breath hurts. You all loved him too. I wish I could call and tell you each personally.
Love, Elizabeth
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Elizabeth,
Words can't express the sorrow that all of us that knew Jim feel today. He was a joyful presence to be around. He will be missed. My thoughts are with you. I wish you Peace. Jim B.
Elizabeth,
Christe and I are aching with sadness over this.
Please know that we are here for you and our prayers are with you and your family.
Steven & Christe Singleton
Elizabeth,
The sun certainly just lost a little bit of its light. What an amazing man; one of the kindest hearts I knew. He will be more than missed; and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace.
Jules Macaluso
Elizabeth,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jim was special, and he will be missed by all!
David Miles, Steven Smith & Trish Cargil
Elizabeth,
My family's thoughts an prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Jim will be missed by all of us that knew him.
Peace
Paul W.
Elizabeth,
My thoughts are with you and your boys. I know you have a rough road ahead and I will continue to pray for all of you.
Susan Lake
God speed
tom
Elizabeth,
I still feel the need to tell you that I thank you so much. Everything you did for my dad was unbelievable. You were with him every second of the day and I knew that if anything went wrong you would be there right by his side. I continue to feel empty almost...but it's hard to tell. It's like you dont know what to do without him, how to function. We all loved him so much and we know he didn't give up one second. And I'm so proud of him. Every breath seems to ache. I hope this pain subsides for a little while. Hope your doing the best you can. I love you very much. We all have a little angel watching over us...
Love,
Daddy's little girl
Elizabeth,
Tom and I are so very sorry and saddened by our loss. There are just no words to express our feelings. Please let us know if we can do anything for you and your family.
Diane and Tom Branham
Elizabeth,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I will never forget Jim’s infectious smile, rides he led us on, and his kind soul. My love to you…
Ryan Engelhardt
Elizabeth,
Cooper was an amazing man. He always brought laughter where ever he was. I will miss his greatly. My hat goes off to you as well. The strength it took to keep this blog updated through this journey goes beyond words. You are truly amazing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brenda C
Elizabeth,
You and Jim have inspired us all with your stength and love for each other through this awful ordeal. We have laughed and cried with you both. I know that Jim's love will always surround you no matter if it's there to see you through this, now, or year's from now when you look back on what a gift you were to each other and smile remembering that boyish grin and (sometimes) wry sense of humor. I want to tell you that whenever he spoke of you, anybody could tell that you were his soulmate by the love in his voice and the smile on his face. There are no words to express the sorrow I feel for you and the family. I will always remember Jim's kindness, concern for others and perhaps most of all,the smile he put on so many faces. Love and peace. Fran D.
What a great loss this is to all of us who thought the world of Jim. I will never forget his contagious laugh and great sense of humor. And even though I've never met you, Elizabeth, the respect and admiration I have for you is overflowing. What a pillar of strength you have been not only for Jim but for all of us. I appreciate so much all the time and effort that you put into writing in the journal.
Now I ask God's richest blessings on you and your children as you began to heal from this great loss and know that Jim is in a place where there is no pain or tears and is watching over you all.
May God bring you peace.
Debbe Duden
Elizabeth,
I had only known Jim through a few situations here at Target, and as commissioner of our FF league. And yet I find myself feeling very somber and teary eye'd. I think it's because you reach an age where you begin to realize how fragile life is, but more importantly because my few dealings with Jim left me feeling I was in the presence of a very kind-hearted loving man. I know I can't do justice to your lose, so please just know you are in my heart.
-Doug C.
Elizabeth,
As hard as it is right now for you and the family, Jim is in a better place, free of pain. He was an amazing man and will be missed greatly! Hang on to the beautiful memories that you shared. He loved you beyond compare.
God Bless,
Sue Lescarbeau
Jim was a great friend and wonderful person. He will be missed here. Totally unselfish and always willing to help you crack a smile! Even though I knew Jim well, there were many a time when I couldn't tell if he was pulling my leg or being serious. That's what I loved about him. We will miss you Jim. Elizabeth and family-stay strong and remember the good times. Jim wouldn't want it any other way. Matt K.
As I arrive today, and read the news, I can't help but to want to scoop you up and take away all your pain. Somehow protect you from it. There are no words to express the sorrow. Your fight was, and still is, a strong and noble one. Your love of each other shines through for all to see. You, Jim and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. You always describe Jim as a strong person, and a great trooper, but I have come to see you as the mirrored image. You are strong, and you have fought this battle just as hard. May the memory of Jim live on in your mind and your heart for all time. Monica Chin
Elizabeth,
Coop was a guy who always had time for you, no matter what you wanted to discuss. I will miss that! I will also miss the rides and the comfort in knowing Jim is leading us. I guess he will always be leading us now... My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless,
Scott P.
Dear Elizabeth and family,
Jim was one of a kind! Our thoughts are with all of you. I understand just how difficult it is to watch a beloved one pass away in spite of all your desires to see them return home. May the fond and loving memories of Jim be close to your heart and help you through the days ahead.
Jason and Cheryl Kringle
Elizabeth & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I never knew Jim personally, but you know Katherine - in talking to her, I felt I knew you both for years! I'm so touched by the blog - your's and Jim's words and the supporting words of all your friends and family. I know this is a difficult time for you and you are in my prayers. Corinna
Oh Elizabeth..... what do you say at a moment like this?? You have been so strong through all of this - you truly are an amazing woman.... and Jim truly was an amazing man who loved you dearly. I've worked with him for the last 2 years, and will so miss his sense of humor and great stories. Although I've never met you (regrettably), I feel that I know you.... and I know Jim will be watching over you for the rest of time. My thoughts are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Barb Eubank
Schindler Elevator
You are in my thoughts. I am so sorry for your loss.
I miss Jim. He was a great guy to work with. My deepest sympathy to Elizabeth along with Jim's family and friends. He was a pillar for Target who's smile will be deeply missed.
-Brad TeGantvoort
ABM
Elizabeth, I am at a loss of words of what to say and cant begin to imagine what you and your family are going through.
Jim became a true friend over the years. I am constantly catching myself sharing some of the great adventures we had traveling for Target. Jim had such a great sense of humor, I smile just thinking about some of the great memories.
bruce and jennifer williams
Elizabeth,
I am so sorry for the saddness and pain you are going through. You and Jim have been on the forefront of my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. I believe that Jim has always been an angel here on earth, but now he has his wings. He loves you so much and that love and presence will be with you now and forever. How blessed he was to find you and have you as his rock of hope and love as he fought through this battle. You were his light and I know that God's love will surround you and keep warm memories, calming hope and the everlasting joy of Jim's love with you. You have been truly amazing and inspiring throughout this journey. Know that you are loved and we are here to share in your sorrow and celebrate the beauty of Jim's life here on earth- What an amazing man. He lives on in all of us, especially you! My deepest sympathy to you and your family! Paige
Elizabeth,
I don't want to believe it....it hurts so bad! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Amy
Dear Elizabeth,
I was so sorry to read Katy's email about Jim. Eventhough I never met Jim, after everything I have heard and read about him I definitely think he is someone I would have liked to have known (and I totally agree that everyone does need a hot-tub:)loved the picture).
It doesn't seem fair that bad things happen to good people but I know how strong you are and what a great support system you have in your wonderful family:)
I can't even begin to imagine how you must feel but know that I am thinking about you.
Fondly,
Jessica a.k.a Snow White:)
Elizabeth,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was very special guy who touch many of us at Target with his infectious humor and kind heart. He will be missed by many. My hope is you find comfort in the memories you shared with him and knowing he loved you dearly.
With sympathy, Jean Shrum
We will miss Jim very much. Fortunately, Jim has left us all with a great memory of a fun guy that had a wonderful sense of humor and a positive outlook on life. Whenever I spoke with Jim, we always laughed and had fun, and that is how I will remember him. Elizabeth, you're a very strong woman and Jim was fortunate to have you by his side.
Jim, I can almost see you doing this....travel safely.
Jim walks into the psychiatrist wearing only shorts made from Gladwrap.
The psychiatrist says, ''Well, I can clearly see you're nuts.''
Elizabeth and Family,
We can never know your loss but can we share with you the happiness Jim brought to us as you journey through your sorrow. Thank you for allowing us all these last glimpses of our friend.
No matter what, there was never a cloud over Jim. He was sunshine itself. That smile will be his legacy.
We share our strength with you now. We wish you peace and rest and calm and healing and hope.
Oh, Elizabeth, I'm so very sorry. You and Jim's love for one another was so evident. You were a pillar of strength for him throughout his battle and I wish you peace at this very difficult time.
I have been thinking about you and your family since I got the news upon returning from Maui.
I send you and your family peace and love.
xoxo, Libby Cohen
Elizabeth,
The news just hasn't sunk in yet... I can still see Jim's smile and hear his hearty laugh. I can still picture the grin on his face and him shaking his head in mock disapproval every time he saw me with Steve Hamment. I've had so many laughs working with Jim over the years, he was a genuinely nice guy. He always took the time to ask how things were going and sincerely cared about the answer. I still feel his presence and am comforted by that. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care, Karla
Elizabeth,
Every time I visited Minnesota, Jim made me feel welcome and made me a part of his "Target" family. We always laughed and had fun and I will remember those times fondly. My thoughts are with you and your family. Geeta Radia
Elizabeth -
I'm soooo very sad to learn of Jim's passing. Just know that lots of prayers and kisses are going your way! Peace to you and your family in this troubled time.
Love,
Betsy(kaiser)Hyde and family
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