The Twig said at 12:03 p.m. on July 8, 2009, 12:03 p.m.

Thank you for this! James is already so very missed. It's so nice to see so many people coming out to honor him. He ALWAYS had a big smile for everyone despite his many challenges. A lesson for us all!

Will Silverthorn said at 10:16 p.m. on July 8, 2009, 10:16 p.m.

James was a very kind person. He was always asking me if we needed any extra help around the house. We will miss seeing his great attitude around the neighborhood.. The world could use a lot more nice people like James.

Science Lady said at 12:46 a.m. on July 9, 2009, 12:46 a.m.

Thank you Suzie for this wonderful inspirational story about James. He certainly was a gift to all of us in this neighborhood. When I had major surgery one year/half ago he offered to come in and wash my dishes! He never ceased to amaze me with his kindness. If you can, please add this to our newsletter.

Darlene Parker

Science Lady said at 12:47 a.m. on July 9, 2009, 12:47 a.m.

Susan,

I was just thinking about James this evening and wondering how he was doing. What sad news...though I am glad he is no longer in pain.

I will call the funeral home in the morning and make a donation and I will try to get by to the wake and/or the service.

It is going to be very weird not to see James. We will definitely miss him.

Thanks again for sharing this information. Have a good night.

Allie

Science Lady said at 12:49 a.m. on July 9, 2009, 12:49 a.m.

Susan,

I'm so sad .... I didn't know James as well as you all did, however Jeff, Julia and Jordan did. He was so innocent and sweet. And you are so on about how honest and naive he was. I also didn't realize how many others knew and appreciated him. I'm so glad.

Winnie

Science Lady said at 12:52 a.m. on July 9, 2009, 12:52 a.m.

Susan,

I’m so sorry to hear that. I’m glad he’s not suffering. Hopefully he’ll come back as a bird who can fly.

I’m sorry he’s gone.

Nancy

Babs said at 10:12 a.m. on July 9, 2009, 10:12 a.m.

I am very sad to learn of James' illness and passing. He was always so pleasant and greeted me with a big, "Hi, Miss Barbara". Many times he would stop by just to chat and see if I had work for him. He used to cut my lawn about 5 years ago. He was a gentle, honest, hardworking man and he will definitely be missed. My sympathies go to his family and friends. At least now he won't have to work so hard and his life will be much happier.

mellenw said at 12:49 p.m. on July 9, 2009, 12:49 p.m.

Sad news indeed. I hope I am remembered as fondly as James when my time comes.

Mellen

divinediva83 said at 2:05 a.m. on August 1, 2009, 2:05 a.m.

I am James's great neice...I really appreciate the way you all have admired him as a good friend as well as a great worker..he was very dear to our family and not a day goes by that we don't think of our uncle fat...He was truly loved by family and friends and will be truly missed and never forgotten..Thank you all so much..