My condolences to the family. I will miss playing Racquetball with Jim!

Dear Jim and family

I am one of those who played racquetball with you over the last 17 of those 30 years at the Thorncliff racquetball courts. i ‘ll be the first to admit that Jim was a happy smiley person and a great sport on and off the court. He was always a gentleman and never one to have a harsh or offensive word come out of his mouth . he was always quick to compliment and easy to talk to on any level you wished to discuss. i was never privileged enough to meet his wife or other family members but he often spoke highly of them with deep respect and honour. over the years as his physical abilities decreased and his level of play diminished there was never a discouraging word or disparaging word that came from Jim he was always willing to play and compete at what ever level he was capable of, and we were always willing to accept him and glad to have made association with such a gentleman and states manly like person. I know I am a better person today because of the great example Jim always set out for me and all those with whom he associated. Jim i can honestly saw you will be missed. And Jim if the rules of Heaven are such that they allow racquetball i’d love to play some “Heavenly Racquetball” with you in the grand reunion on Heaven when we are reunited once again. until then I’ll say not “good bye” but “so long ….until we meet again ”

With Sincere Regrets and Condolences

Your friend

Rodney Potrie

Myrna and Jeff, we are thinking of you and the rest of your family today. Our sincere condolences on the loss of a warm hearted man with a wonderful smile. You are on our minds and in our hearts. Mom sends you her love Myrna. Barbara Hanbidge and Hanbidge family members

I had the true pleasure of knowing Jim both through work and racquetball. It could be argued that never was there a more positive truthful friend and gentleman than Jimmy. Rest in peace. My condolences to Myrna and Jeff who will miss him most.

To Myrna, Jeff and family,

Our deepest condolences in this difficult time, Jim will be forever remembered as a very special friend, and the memories and time spent with him will be cherished always. Our prayers and thought are with you in this time of sorrow. Love Peter and Gloria Daily

Myrna, Jeff and family, please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your husband and father. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you. Jim provided us with a perfect example of how we should all strive to live and enjoy our lives. We were truly blessed to have known Jim and we will be forever grateful for the time we spent with him.

My name is William (Bill) Reimer. I talked to Jim at racqetball over the many years he played and had a beverage or two together with he and the others. He was an absolute gentleman and his wife was always on his mind so he would not overstay. Prior to his open heart surgery he was very concerned and we tried to give him confidence the medical services here were the best here.

He returned a little at a time and his smiling face and gusto laughter soon returned to lighten up the place with the boys.

He confided in me some personal things that we were able to resolve in his heart as this was a social caring club of friends and we talked about many things.

I will miss him as it seemed he would overcome another of the odds. May God take him in his arms and we will meet again.

I met only his son at the club; so young man,stay strong to carry on his strong spiritual and family beliefs. To his wife I never met, he was blessed to have you and loved you with all his heart to his passing as you know but we did too.

Had the joy to meet Jim as part of the racquetball community at Thorncliffe. Enjoyed the opportunity to have conversations on wide ranging topics. His cheerful nature will be sadly missed.

My name is George Sarvari. I have played Racquetball with JIM for many years and since we lived close by we often shared a ride to Thorncliffe BR Club. He was a great sportsman, fun to playe with. We also had extra games on week ends. We also entertained each other at our homes

either for a Christmas Cheer or he just stopped by for a morning coffee on his bike tour to

Fish Creek Park. He had a joyous personality and was deeply spiritual. We also accompanied him to St. Mary’s for meditation and prayers. We’ll miss his heart full laughter and we hope he has made it to a better place where some day we will meet him.

Myrna and Jeff, we wish you all the strength you need these difficult times and

you are in our thoughts and our prayer.

Our deepest sympathy and love to you Myrna and Jeff as well as all Jim’s family

Jim’s unconditional love for his family, friends and nature was unsurpassed. He will be remembered by so many for his kindness and caring ways, his infectious laugh and smile, and his joy for living life to the fullest

Far to young to be “called home”, he will remain a part of us in our hearts forever.

Jim’s legacy lives on in his son Jeff who he was always so proud of

I’m so sorry for the pain of losing your life partner Myrna. Our loving thoughts and prayers are with you and Jeff at this difficult time.

Our deepest sympathy to all of Jim’s family. May his love of life be with you during this difficult time. I would have loved to have known him and his family. I knew Uncle Peter and remember his visits to our home in Yarmouth. I am the daughter of Peter’s brother Joe.

What a wonderful tribute to a man truly blessed by God that he sent his angels to carry him to his heavenly home on the most holy days of the year.

We will miss you Jim but we know your in a Wonderful World and will always be with us.

Darlene & John Otis

What a lovely tribute to a exceptional man. He loved people and life! In my opinion the world was a better place because of his life and example. Thoughts of him bring a smile to my heart. He will be missed. Thinking of you Myrna, James and family.

Dear Myrna and Jeff:

We wish to offer our condolences for the loss of your loving husband and father Jim. We shared many laughs and good times with you and even if time has passed we think fondly of your family. We are out of the country at the present time and not returning until after the funeral. We are sorry we have been out of touch. Stay strong Myrna.

Our love and thoughts are with you at this time

Gary and Gail Philp and family

Although I only met you Jim a few short times, l knew of you from the friendship you had with Jack McQuarrie. I heard your name OJ, mentioned many many times over the years, you & Paula carried your lifelong friendship. Thanks for the friendship you treasured with my good friends Paula & Dana and their boys. You will be missed. But most surely your lovely wife Myrna & son, Jeff. May Our Lord find a very special place in his heavenly home.

Our deepest condolences to all of Jim’s family. May time heal your sorrow and your warmest memories comfort you in the days to come .

Myrna and Jeff please accept our heartfelt condolences on Jim’s passing. The comment on ‘the happy gene’ says it all.

We will keep you in our prayers.

Marion and Fred Wright

Our deepest condolences to you, Myrna, and your son, Jeff. We will never forget Jim’s warm and welcoming spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Hey Myrn and Jeff.

I am and was deeply saddened to here of Jim’s passing. I hold you both in my heart through this time. May you know Peace.

Deepest sympathy to Jim’s wife and son. I had the opportunity of meeting him years ago when I was just a kid. He would have been my dad’s first cousin…Tommy a Francis….uncle Peter’ sister. May he Rest in Peace and God guide him to his Heavenly Home safely!!! God Bless!!