Happy Birthday Baby. We all miss you, celebrate you and love you very much.....all the time! Today is the Jim Jam....I know you'd love being there as it's all about good music and good people. I'm sure your presence will be felt. Wish you were here to let me spoil you on your special day. Still love you more than words can say. It forever is!
Contributed by Lori Witty (Wife) on March 11, 2012
It was three years ago today that you left this earlthy place. I choose not to dwell on how you left but revel in how you lived. You know what's in my heart, I don't need to write it all here, but thank you Jim for being you, for giving me the most indescribable love two people can share, and for leaving the legacy that is you with so many. You are missed and loved more than any words could possibly convey. I love you. Always will.
Contributed by Lori Witty (wife) on November 17, 2011
Happy Birthday my Jimmy. Wish you were here so I could be spoiling you rotten as I used to do and we could be celebrating together. You are thought about constantly and missed so much. Huge Love to you today and always! It Is.
Contributed by Lori Witty (wife) on March 11, 2011
Your presence has been ever so strong lately. I know you're watching over all of us as we make our way through life without you by our sides. Your birthday is closing in as is our annual Jim Jam tribute....a day I know you'd be in all your glory. Always know how many hearts you've touched and how much you are loved and missed every single moment. It Is!
Contributed by Lori Witty (Wife) on March 7, 2011
Ok, so I took a bunch of photos during Christmas with my new camera Jim. The boys and the babies and Jen....(you have a grandson now too). When I uploaded them to edit I discovered bright white orbs all over the place. Not in a cluster like dust would be, but at different areas of the room, but always around the kids. I decided to go look at the rest of my photos on my computer to see what other orbs I may have caught and found exactly none. Except for..... Christmas 2009, and only around the kids! Now Danny tells me that he saw a flying orb in his bedroom, a very bright one that hovered in the air (not a reflection on the wall) near where your ashes are located in his closet... and it shot from high to low in a flash and was gone. Are you trying to tell us something? We are listening....
Contributed by Donell Arvin (former wife/friend) on February 6, 2011
Think of you every day I step outside, step into a brew pub or pick up a guitar. Two years gone on this infamous day, November 17. Hope to see you on the other side my friend!
Just wanted to say how much Jim is missed. I sure missed seeing him at Keven and Jen's wedding. I know how hard it is for all his family and friends to go on without him, but I believe he would want us all to keep living life to the fullest as it seemed he always did. I did not get the chance to be super close to him, but I liked him. I went to BBQ at his and Donell's house in Redmond years ago with my hubby, whom Donell is responsible for me marrying. :-) I also had the privelege of seeing Jim in action as a reporter when he came to my place of employment to do a story on a couple who had been married for I think 70 yrs? I liked Jim! He was fun and funny. I am praying for all his family and friends on this second anniversary of his passing. God bless us all!
Contributed by Jean Bergeron (Friend of the Family) on November 17, 2010
I found some photos of Jim while I was sorting my pictures, so here they are in honor of his birthday.
Happy Birthday My Jimmy.....I always tried to make it such a special occasion for you. You came to me in my dream last nite, we were together and I remember feeling ecstatically happy, I rolled over looked at your side of the bed and said "Happy Birthday Babe"....I opened my eyes, you weren't there. I know you're celebrating in Heaven. Everyone is raising a glass to you today. Hope your beer is cold and your music divine. Happy Birthday Babe.
Contributed by Lori Witty (wife and soulmate) on March 12, 2010
A few nights ago we were all gathered at John and Joan's house, The Quons and Witty's....I couldn't stop thinking about you, It didn't feel like a proper christmas without you on christmas day, Bless your soul dad, be at peace
Contributed by Danny Witty (Son) on December 31, 2009
Congratulations Babe...the book is filtering into the hands of many excited readers. We all know how extremely pleased you'd be. Wish you were here to celebrate with us...it's bitter sweet. I also know how very very very proud you'd be of Mark...no wonder you guys were soulmates, he's done an amazing job. Not a day goes by that I'm not missing you. We're approaching a year and the gigantic hole in my heart just refuses to close. All my love, always...IT IS.
Contributed by Lori Witty (Wife & Soulmate) on November 6, 2009
It's been 10 months today since you left this earthly place. I miss you and my heart hurts. Tomorrow we would have celebrated our 5 year wedding anniversary. I plan a trip to Fort Rock to commemorate the happiest day of my life. I know you'll be with me there, reliving our perfect day. I forever miss and love you. It Is.
Contributed by Lori Witty (wife and soulmate) on September 17, 2009
Hey my Jimmy; I'm leaving the office early today. Your "one and only" and I are going to the Badlands. I hope to feel you there...we really need the perfect photo for the book, so point us in the right direction. You are forever missed and loved. Huge,Huge Love, Your Lors
Contributed by Lori Witty (wife and soulmate) on August 27, 2009
So Danny is all officially enrolled in High Desert Middle School. We had a talk about how happy you would be that he is here again and going to school- and how you'd want him to do well. He misses you so much and his bedroom is filled with your belongings and pictures. He keeps you close to his heart always. Smile down on him- we all surely know that you have a new home now and would come and visit your kids if you could- but your silence tells us that you're happy in your new place. And we couldn't want more for you than that! Peace....
Contributed by Donell Arvin (friend and former wife) on August 25, 2009
Joe, I didn't know how to reach you but did make efforts to try. I think you said it best, there are no words. I miss Jim every moment of every day and try to focus on all the positive, amazing moments we shared. It helps to know how many truly loved Jim and that none of us are alone in this grief. I'm including my email if you'd like to get in touch, I'd love hearing from you. Peace and hugs, Lori (loridance463@aol.com)
Contributed by Lori Witty (wife and soulmate) on July 21, 2009
Joe, I'm so sorry you had to find out like that... wish I had been able to find you to let you know. It has been a shock for all of us and the boy are still dealing with it one day at a time. Mark told the Mick Jagger story at the memorial... there was a lot of laughter there, as well as Jim's fave music playing and load of great photos looping on the computer. It's good to have this place to come and think of Jim, share memories and get some comfort too. If you need to talk or anything, you can reach me at Jademoon44@yahoo.com and we can go from there. Hugs, Donell
Contributed by Donell Arvin (friend and former wife) on July 21, 2009
Jimbo, I have been out of the country for a while. Of course I had to find you so I called Joan for your number. She passed on the news and thought I had been enformed. My conversation with her only lasted a minute. I didn't know how to react, everything slowed down. No words came to me. I am sure Jim shared his meeting with Mick Jagger with everyone. He struggled to remember who he met Mick with. It was I. We were at the Palimino Club after a Kinks concert at the Universal Ampitheater. Gordon Lightfoot had a drink with us at our table while watching the New Riders of the Purple Sage. Bluegrass just another of the range of music Jimbo enjoyed
I sense Jim already knows but wanted to share with everyone else. Some of Jim's ashes will be scattered at the L.A. Coliseum thanks to Walt and Kelly who are taking Jim there this week. I thought it a perfect idea when Walt asked me about it and just keep smiling in my heart knowing Jim will forever be on the field every time his beloved Trojans play. I love and miss you more than words can say Jim. I feel you around me so much and just wish I could physically be wrapped in your arms once again. I know you feel my love, that will never cease. It Is...always will be. Your Lors
Contributed by Lori Witty (wife and soulmate) on July 16, 2009
Happy Fathers Day Jimmy. I've called and checked on the boys. I'm so sorry you're not here to celebrate this day with them, especially since it's Kev's first fathers day as well. You'd be happy to know that Kev and Dan are together and they know they can call me if they need to. You were an amazing dad and everyone knows that. I know they miss you, possibly more today than usual, but know that we are all looking out for them and will do our best to make sure they're okay. I miss you baby, so much, and always will. You will always be my soulmate, best friend and my once-in-a-lifetime love. I'm proud to be able to say I'm your wife...no distance will ever change that or the love we share. Be at peace and know that so many keep your memory strong and your love even stronger. It Is!
Contributed by Lori Witty (wife & soulmate) on June 21, 2009
And so, we are moving back to Bend. I'm sorry we couldn't have done that soon so you could have more time with Danny. You pushed for that all the time and I would have loved to give you the news. Danny asks me all the time to tell him stories about you. The boys really miss you and keep you close in their hearts. I gave a framed photo of you to both of them for Christmas and Danny frequently sleeps with his.. Keven has his up on the wall. You are loved and will never be forgotten. Rest well.
Contributed by Donell Arvin (former wife/friend) on June 19, 2009
No surprise how amazing you made the night for me...you came through so strong...I bet before long you'll take the place over. I'm glad you are well and happy. It's made a difference for me, truly. I look forward to more visits and the continued sense of your presence and love. Thank you so much babe...we are...it is!!
I'm praying so hard I'll "hear" from you this evening...you know. I Love you more than words can say. IT still IS.
Contributed by Lori Witty (Wife-Soulmate) on June 3, 2009
You're heavy in my thoughts as usual. I know you'll be looking down over your brother as he has his surgery today. We're all praying, staying positive and expecting the best outcome. We're still working on all the tributes to honor you and the incredible human being you've been. I've been the luckiest woman on earth to be able to share in your life. My heart still aches for you daily and I know when my time here is done, you'll be "lidding" and waiting with open arms to welcome me where you are. I will never stop loving you Jimmy, it's embedded deep in my heart and something I don't have the power to change, nor do I ever want to. Yours forever and beyond...it is. Your Lors
Contributed by Lori Witty (Wife-Soulmate) on May 14, 2009
Missing you bad babe. The film showing last night was great..you'd be so proud of Mark as it must have taken so much emotional courage to do what he did. We all think your visit yesterday was pretty awesome. I'll be looking for a smiling hawk flying overhead everywhere I go. I love you Jimmy. It Is. Forever and Beyond, Your Lors
Contributed by Lori Witty (Wife-Soulmate) on May 1, 2009
I heard this song on a Queen DVD the other day and I thought about Jim and our high school days together. Funny, how back then we would have never told each other we loved each other. But now, if he were here today, I wouldn't hesitate. Thanks for all of the great memories Dinky! Love Stuart "These Are The Days of Our Lives" Sometimes I get the feelin' I was back in the old days - long ago When we were kids when we were young Things seemed so perfect - you know The days were endless we were crazy we were young The sun was always shinin' - we just lived for fun Sometimes it seems like lately - I just don't know The rest of my life's been just a show Those were the days of our lives The bad things in life were so few Those days are all gone now but one thing is true When I look and I find I still love you You can't turn back the clock you can't turn back the tide Ain't that a shame I'd like to go back one time on a roller coaster ride When life was just a game No use in sitting and thinkin' on what you did When you can lay back and enjoy it through your kids Sometimes it seems like lately - I just don't know Better sit back and go with the flow Cos these are the days of our lives They've flown in the swiftness of time These days are all gone now but some things remain When I look and I find no change Those were the days of our lives - yeah The bad things in life were so few Those days are all gone now but one thing's still true When I look and I find I still love you I still love you Words and Music by Roger Taylor
Contributed by Stuart Brenner (Friend) on April 24, 2009
