Jim Meyhew, a friend of colleagues in need." 

I knew Jim when Aftercare services began in 1991 for colleagues in the medical profession battling addictions.  He quietly went about things, whether answering phone calls from others, making himself available when personally needed or participating on relevant Committees.  Jim stepped up and helped keep things uncomplicated.  He did not suffer fools lightly and yet had a gentle, humorous way of keeping those around him grounded and able to show that they cared.

We will miss him..."

Jim Canniff

Sharleen......deep heartfelt condolences for your loss of a wonderful, kind, gentle, humorous, considerate man (the list is long). He was one of the 'original docs' when I started in FMC ER 'many' years ago & I totally admired his brilliance & compassion for his patients & the staff. Ed knew & admired him also as he saw him occasionally in the office. Hugs to you...Sincerely, Alice (& Ed) Fedosoff

It has taken me awhile to accommodate Jim's passing. We have known each other since we were both six years old and were in Wolf Cubs and sang in Miss Fish's Sunday School Choir at North Hill United. We then moved on to Scouts at St. Michaels where we were in the same patrol and the two of us did our Bushman's Thong journey in Kananaskis together. Jim and I shared musical aptitudes and were in the Crescent Heights High School Orchestra and three operettas in addition to the Calgary Junior Philharmonic. Unfortunately, Jim's violin didn't march well so I had to manage my band tromboning by myself. Jim, Don Quinn and I had a most memorable visit to the Seattle World's Fair at the end of Grade 12. When Jim went to the University of Alberta I moved to continue education at the University of Toronto and then UBC and that had the regrettable effect of reducing our contact, although we would get together whenever I was back in Calgary. Sadly, I never had the opportunity to tell him that my recent genealogical forays had determined that Mayhews were also part of my heritage. I shall miss him very much. My deeply felt condolences to Sharleen, Andrea, Allan, Beth and Carol and your families.

Brian Porter, Vancouver

Dear Shar, I am so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing he will be so dearly missed. Please know we are holding you and Jim’s family very close in our thoughts and prayers.

Love M

Very saddened to hear of Jim's passing. Will greatly miss seeing him and receiving his supportive advice in our Hospitalist office. Condolences to you Shar and the rest of his family.

To Jim's family, I am so very sorry for your loss.

I only met Jim 6 years ago at one of our group learning sessions. The group has been meeting monthly for many years and I was lucky to join in with the group of tightly knit docs. My first meeting I went home and told my husband all about Jim and his many hilarious, terrifying and compassionate stories of being a family doctor over the years. He was a real cowboy! I was mesmerized by his ability to remain so curious despite what seemed to be like a wealth of knowledge under his belt. His love of learning, seemingly endless energy and obviously joyful spirit are an inspiration and shall not be forgotten.

My thoughts are with you all at this time.

To Jim's family:

It is with extreme sadness that I write this, yet, at the same time gratitude fills my heart.

Jim was an exemplary physician with a dedication to his profession that was impressive!

His caring for patients clearly showed expertise beyond the norm. He had an unusual talent for making his patients feel confident and secure and his ability to empathize was genuine.

I feel fortunate to have had Jim as our family physician since 1968 until his retirement. He delivered both our sons who loved and respected him. In particular I want to thank Jim for the special and dedicated care he gave to my late husband, Nathan, throughout his lengthy illness.

Jim was always on the cutting-edge of medicine. he was well-researched, precise and knowledgeable, with an extraordinary understanding of Pharmacology. He was a "Gifted" physician who will be remembered fondly, and truly missed.

Jim as the former teacher of your children( Andrea, Allan, Beth, Carol), I also need to give you a grade on your Report Card:

SUBJECT: MEDICINE= A++++....

Rest in peace my friend,

Love to all the family!

Sonia Yudcovitch.

Dear Shar

My deepest sympathy on the passing of Jim. Just wanted to reach out and let me know my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May your wonderful memories sustain you during this difficult time. Debbie Goulard

Dear Shar: We are truly saddened by the passing of our dear friend, Jim. We first met Jim in 1982 at a party in our Bearspaw home and have been friends ever since. Jim was a truly awesome human being, well read, professional, entertaining, a great conversationalist, a willing participant in all types of events and a real pleasure to be with. We describe Jim as a ‘dear’ friend, the highest honour that we only attribute to very few human beings. We will miss Jim’s perpetual smile, sense of humour and his medical care for our family. His passing leaves a deep void in our lives. He was a true gentleman who will remain in our hearts forever. As we wipe away the tears, we want to express our sincere condolences to you and the entire Mayhew family. Sadly, Peter & Bev Brill

I am so sorry to hear of your loss Sharleen. I think so often, and so fondly, of all the times I worked with you and the gang in the Emergency Department. It was truly a great experience and a privilege to work with such dedicated and wonderful peolpe.

I wish you and your loved ones all the best.

Duane Martin

Sharlene and Family,

It was with deep sadness to learn of the passing of Jim.

Jim was my mentor,colleaque and friend.

May you find the strength of your family and memories you shared together.

Thinking of you during this difficult time.

Dr.Mike & Natalie Geoghegan

So sad to see Dr Mayhew's obituary. I have such wonderful memories of working with him in Foothills Emergency and being part of the same call group. He was always a gentleman, smiling, calm with a great sense of humour.

We had great times sharing stories and cases. I miss those!

Many blessings in your sorrow...

Dr Marina R Skulsky

Sharleen and Family,

Our heartfelt condolences to all of you on the loss of Jim. He was our much loved family doctor for 40 years; he was always thorough, caring, listened carefully to concerns, and never made you feel rushed. He will be deeply missed.

Sincerely,

Joan and Ed Lee

Sharleen

My heartfelt condolences. Wishing that your lifetime of memories brings you peace. Sending virtual hugs.

Shannon

Jim was my doctor from 1970 on. He was an amazing doctor who was compassionate, knowledgeable and had a manner about him that always said “ I care”. Whenever I met friends or was in a medical situation people would say “ Dr Mayhew is one of the very best doctor”. Jim did so many important things for my family. 3 generation of us were his patients. He always had time to talk and in the Foothills Hospital parking lot a year ago we spent quite a while talking. I really missed him when he retired. I and Debbie send our condolences to all his family. Jim was a magnificent doctor and man. Debbie and Greg Watson

Jim was my friend and later my Doctor since our days at Balmoral and Crescent Heights High School. We were so sorry to hear of his passing. Our memories of Jim go back to scout camps, music, and Hi-C at North Hill United Church in our teen years and then as a doctor and friend for many years. My wife Lynne and I will cherish those memories for years to come. Our condolences to Sharlene and family.

Lynne and Jim Nicholls

Dr Mayhew was our family doctor for over 40 years , delivered all my children, and had the best sense of humour. Was my first Dr. As an adult and hated it when he retired. There is no dr that matches his kindness, intelligence, and generally likeable personality.

My sympathy to the family, he will be greatly missed.

Lynda and Brian Pendle

Jim was a wonderful man and therefore had wonderful friends and family. When he was the Hospitalist on call at the FMC I always knew the patients were going to be treated with the respect and devotion they deserved. That is something very special! My thoughts are with you Sharleen and family.

Working with Jim at FMC emergency was such a pleasure. I can still see him - book in hand waiting for the next patient.

A wonderful doctor and a kind man. I am so sorry for your loss.

Jim was my family doctor and friend since 1973. He always cared deeply and brought me through some tough medical years. I will forever be grateful. Sending sincere sympathy and prayers to the family. Ed and Cheryl Howell

My condolences Shar to you, Al and Danielle and the entire family. I was blessed with Jim’s presence both at work and occasions with Al and Danielle and I know the love he shared with you all. He will be missed and thought of often. May the joyous memories offer some comfort in the days ahead.

Very sorry to hear about Jim’s passing… he was always so great to work with- good to all those he worked with and especially his patients. He will be truly missed by many… very sorry Sharleen on your loss…

Kim Chalcroft

So sorry about your loss Shar. Jim was great to work with and he will be missed for sure, colleagues and mostly family. Hugs to you.

Oh Shar, I am so devastated for you. Jim was a wonderful physician to work with and a lovely human being. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Caroline Stephenson

He was my personal physician and colleague. He was an incredible person. He will be missed.

Shar - I'm heartbroken for you and your family. Sending you warm hugs as you mourn the loss of this special man. Fondly remembered.

Dear Sharlene & family. It is with great sadness that I send you my deepest sympathies for the loss of your dear husband Jim. Such fond memories of working in Emerg with him many years ago & with you. May you find peace in the the days that lay ahead . Patti Shea

I was blessed to have Jim as a brother in law. He had a zest for life that was infectious and although we both practiced Medicine the conversation rarely went that way. There were countless topics to be broached and never a dull silence.

I will truly miss you Jim. Dale

Mike and I are so very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Dr. Mayhew epitomized the gentleman physician. He leaves a legacy of leagues of physicians who will strive to achieve his pairing of empathy with clinical excellence, and the treatment of all patients, families and co-workers with respect and dignity.

Oh, Sharleen…so sorry for your loss. Many memories of working with Jim at FMC ED years ago. Heartfelt condolences to you & your entire family.

Linda McCracken

So very sad to hear of Jim’s passing. Worked with him for many years. Such an amazing man! He taught me so many things as a new grad in ER. He was an amazing man so kind and gentle natured with all his patients. He truly cared. He will be missed!! Sending many hugs Sharlene.

Sharleen my deepest condolences and I’m soo very sorry for your loss. I’ve known Dr. Mayhew since I was a student more than 25 years ago. He was just always there advocating for patients, never giving up and always listened to what we had to say. I’m just soo sad to hear of his passing.

He was a gentle, kind soul and will be very missed by all.

Jim will be sorely missed. What a kind man and a wonderful dry sense of humour. I had the pleasure of working with Jim in several capacities over my 36 year career from his days as an emergency physician right thru to hospitalist.

Sharleen, my heart breaks for you and your family. Just know you are in my thoughts.

Dr. Mayhew was the family doctor for myself and my late wife Marjorie for many decades. We came to rely on his expertise, good judgement and pleasant manner. After he ended his practice, we would often see him in the hallways at Foothills Medical Centre where he would stop, chat and inquire after our family. We are saddened to learn of his passing and send our condolences to his family

Wayne Brideaux

My condolences to Dr. Mayhew's family, please take care of one another. Proud to share he was my family doctor for almost 4 decades and certainly left a void for me to fill when he retired from family practice.

So sad to hear of Jim’s passing. Always knew it was going to be a good day at work for both staff and patients when Jim was on. Great doctor and even better human being. Thinking of you and your family Shar.

Dear Sharleen and family of Dr. Jim Mathew,

It was always a pleasure work with Jim over the 20 + years of my career. His kindness and smiles to staff and his patients will be remembered.

My thoughts and prayers are with Sharleen and their family.

Sharon Kiszczak

Thank you Jim for sharing your knowledge, wisdom, friendship and your love of medicine. We have lost a truly wonderful human being.

Jim was one of my favourite hospitalist at the Foothills. He was the type of physician, and man, that we should all aspire to be like. He will be missed enormously by all of us.

It was an honour to work with Jim at Foothills Hospital. He was an excellent physician in all respects. He will be missed.

I worked with Dr. Mayhew, and he was always kind and understanding, he would mentor people and ensure we would give the best care we could. Something I'm sure that carried over to all aspects of his life. My sincerest condolences to all his family and friends.

The emptiness left by a caring physician in delivering empathetic care to his patients and to his colleagues is a abyss that in this case will be hard to fill. He was exemplary in how to treat colleagues and clinical scenarios that came to us in ER. There was never a pushback ever, always empathy first and kindness....gracious empathy and kindness. These acts of love shall never be forgotten in this tough tough times we all live in. He will be so sorely missed. I grieve his loss very deeply. Feel so lucky to have worked as a colleague with him for almost two decades.

Jim was my family doctor for more than 30 years, and also took care of members of my family as they moved to Calgary. It was a huge loss to us when he retired, but nothing compared to this. A man who had and earned respect as a professional and human being, and whose passing leaves a hole in our community.

There's a dictionary somewhere with Jim's picture next to the word "Gentleman". A kind, caring and pragmatic person who will be sorely missed.

Jim was an absolute gentleman and the quintessential physician. It has been an honour to work with him.

Jim was a gem of a man and a wonderful physician. I had the honour of working with him for 34 years. Always did the right thing for his patients and his colleagues. A true gentleman. He will be sorely missed by all who had the luxury of crossing his path.

In my 25 years of Emergency Medicine, I have never met a more affable, caring individual than Jim. I always knew that patients would be in the best hands when I consulted Jim, and I feel that he was the standard to which every physician should aspire. He will be sorely missed.

Please accept our warmest condolences. We are sending thoughts of peace and courage your way. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Sharleen & your family. 2 generations of working with both of you .

Susie & Jessica & Jennifer Jackson

Jim was a wonderful colleague to work with. He always had a smile on his face and I enjoyed having many conversations with him. He was a kind and gentle soul

Jim was one of my preceptors and a mentor for me in my training and early medical practice. I am truly saddened to hear of his passing. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family.

Chuck Masur MD.

Sharleen so very sorry to hear the news of Jim passing. Rod and I were very fond of him and will miss this fine man our neighbour our friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Bridget, Jade and family. So very sad and sorry.

Karen and Rod

I am saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Mayhew. He was my doctor from early on in his practice until he retired. Other family members, including my children were also his patients. I always have, and will, think very highly of him. He was always kind, considerate, and extremely knowledgeable in his practice, and go out of his way to help his patients. I will also forever remember his sense of humor, and be grateful for all that he did for me and my family. My sincere condolences to the family.

- K. McConville