Remembering Our Jim

[Terry57]

I know this forum hasn't been used when we have lost a person, but we think it is the perfect place to remember our Dear Jim, surrounded by beloved birds.

Jim (AmyMyBlueFront) joined the forum on April 14, 2015. He joined our hearts not long after that.
Jim was friendly, kind, helpful and funny, and he was so easy to get to know and a person couldn't help but love him. His complete adoration for his birds, Amy & The Beebs was so beautiful to read about.
I'm sure he was greeted by his beloved Smokey, and that he will continue to keep an eye on Amy and BB.

Jim helped so many people and their birds through the years here, and made many friends. When someone was down he was always there to make them smile, and to let them know that he cared. Both the forum and we as individuals have lost someone who can never be replaced.
The Mod team wishes to extend our deepest condolences to all who loved him, and also add a thank you to his brother, David (@JimsBrother ), for letting us know.

This thread is going to be a sticky, so that Jim will always be honoured and remembered on this forum he loved so much.

 

[Rozalka]

Oh no!
I'm extending my condolences too

 

[wrench13]

Jim and I struck up a friendship on the ParrotForums almost as soon as I joined. We had several play dates with his Amy and my Salty, alternating going to each others house, about a 2-3 hr drive each way. Not only did he and I have a friendship but our parrots did too. I would get within 2 blocks of Jim's house and Salty would start calling for Amy! He and I took the birds to visit the local pet shop to say hi to the conures, parakeets and who ever else was there. The shop staff were always happy to see both Amy and Jim! It was his turn to visit us, and he and I were just talking about it a few weeks ago. Many a beer was quaffed, many a story told ( bikers, both of us).

Jim, Geri and I and Salty will never forget you, my dear, dear friend. I hope you're kicking back with a cold one and talking with Smokey.

R.I.P to a true parrot lover.

Amy and Salty first time meeting

 

[saxguy64]

Al, that reminded me... Jim had invited me and Baxter to join him on one of those road trips down your way. I was so honored that he thought to ask. Sadly, the timing made it impossible for me to go, but I so appreciated the offer. He really was a friend to all who knew him.

 

[Laurasea]

I joined a few years after Jim. He was a steady, kind , friendly, supportive member.

I loved the stories he shared. Especially when he took Amy for a car ride!! His joy in Amy's joy! His humor that Amy was actually a boy.
parrot. His sweet BB...

Please let his parrots feel our love and know they are in all our prayers.

Thank you Wrench in sharing you parrots meeting photo. Beautiful

 

[foxgloveparrot]

Oh, I have no words. This is such a big loss for the entire PF family, and I NEVER, never ever thought this would happen anytime soon. I don't think any of us did.
I admit, I barely knew Jim. I've only been here for about six months, and as far as I'm concerned he only replied to my post once in that time.
But I noticed him, I saw his posts, and they were amazing. Just reading them just brought so much joy. His wonderful personality was infectious and...
And...
Virtual hugs to whoever is reading this

 

[Terry57]

I met Jim when he first joined, and in all this time he has only called me "Miss Terry".
I always loved that.
His heart was so big, and he was always so kind. He has been such an important part of the PF family & he was a good friend to me. I am really going to miss him, and my heart goes out to his family.

 

[Laurasea]

can we add a picture of him and his parrots?

 

[Terry57]

can we add a picture of him and his parrots?

I'm still trying to find one of Jim. I hope someone has one.

 

[foxgloveparrot]

I'm still trying to find one of Jim. I hope someone has one.

Does David have one?

 

[Terry57]

Does David have one?

David is still receiving treatment and isn't at home. Once he is able to come home we can ask him.

 

[ravvlet]

I loved reading about Amy, and his similarities to our own Amazon. Jim seemed like a really great guy, and I am shocked & deeply saddened to hear of his passing. I hope you’re doing well, if you read this David! Our thoughts are with you and your family in this trying time. I am not in your area, but if there is any way we can assist (and if you’re allowed to ask on the forums) please let us know.

 

[Scott]

I so enjoyed Jim's outsized forum presence and geniality. We have lost a kindhearted, amiable Friend. Dearly hope David's recovery proceeds well, wishing the very best for Amy and BB as they confront a world upended.

 

[GaleriaGila]

Love you, miss you, Jim. Painting your birds and getting to know you was a blessed privilege. Thank you, dearest. All my love to you forever.

 

[LaManuka]

Dearest Jim, you will always be my Lilly’s favourite “Uncle Jim” to me, and I was so delighted when you started calling me “Aunty Marty”. It saddens me so much to know that we will never see another post from you, so full of your trademark wisdom and gentle good humour, your kindness and your care, but your contributions and presence here have made such a huge and positive impact on the lives of so many of us, and your legacy will never be forgotten. I will be forever grateful to have known you, Uncle Jim, and thankful that I did not miss the opportunity to tell you that I loved you before you were taken from us so suddenly. My prayers are with your beloved brother and son, and precious Amy and BB too, and I am sending all possible love and strength their way as they deal with the devastating pain of your loss.

I cannot bring myself to say “goodbye” to you, Uncle Jim, so instead I will say “until we meet again.”

 

[Kentuckienne]

Oh no, I hate this. Jim was so wonderful, always talking about Amy getting her sleeves shortened and going over to Beeb’s house. He was one of a kind.

 

[Cottonoid]

Oh I am so saddened to read this. Jim's generous heart and humor in all his posts are a big part of what made me want to join the forum instead of just lurking.

Big hugs to all of you, and to David and Amy and BB.

 

[BirdyBee]

This is really sad He was an important person here on the forums..

R.I.P Jim

 

[Flboy]

What do I say? Just can’t yet!

 

[SailBoat]

When I became a member of Parrotforum many moons ago. I wrote an Introduction of my past exercises and knowledge of Amazons. Jim was one of the early individuals to Post to my introduction stating that there are many Amazon folks on the Forum and he was sure that I would be welcomed. He was so very correct.

Jim's joy of his Amy was clear. They had been having a happy life together. As I recall, Jim was an over-the-road trucker and Amy would travel with him. That was likely the foundation for both his and Amy's joy of "go outside, ride in car." Something that both of them clearly enjoyed as did the staff at the many places of business that they visited on different trips.

My Dear Friend; Your kindness was always on your shoulder, right next to your smile and Amy on the other shoulder. You will be missed my friend, but when it is my turn to cross over that bridge. I know that you will be there with your smiling face and welcoming words.

Missing You Dear Friend..