It is hard to say goodbye to a life long friend. Our friendship started in his sandbox when we were two and living across the street from each other for seven years. When my family moved to another section of Lincoln we continued to be friends. We would meet downtown to go see every Disney film that came to Lincoln. Then walk to the Architecture department at U of N where his older brother would drive us home. Reconnecting at Northeast, our friendship continued as classmates. Over the years Jim, Connie and I have kept in touch either in Arizona or Lincoln. Our friendship was very special, sharing past and present memories. Jim was the best person you could ever have as a friend. He loved Connie and his family with all his heart. He was very proud of all of his children and grandchildren. When he would share all of their accomplishments with me he had a smile that never left his face. He had his “Jim-isms” but everyone knew his love and faith would prevail in the end. We will miss this remarkable person. Goodbye Jim, thanks for being my friend. Barb

Served many years with him at the 3rd Bde