Time For Memory

James Keith Osborn

1956 - 2008

James Keith Osborn, 51, of Gowen died unexpectedly Thursday, June 19, 2008. He was born in Indianapolis, IN on November 13, 1956, the son of Orval and Lorene Beeler Osborn.

Jim was a graduate of Wheaton Central High School in Wheaton, Illinois. He received his Bachelors Degree from University of Illinois and his Masters Degree from Southern Illinois University. After college, he began his career with the Boy Scouts of America as an executive. During this time he ran summer projects leading young men and women working with the Youth Conservation Core. One of his favorite accomplishments was building a foot bridge trail in Giant City State Park in Southern Illinois, which is still being enjoyed by thousands of people every day. He then entered a career in health care as a health care administrator and Chief Operating Officer of skilled nursing facilities in Washington State, California, and Michigan, spanning 24 years. He was a member of the State of Washington Health Care Association, California State Health Care Association, and Michigan State Health Care Association. He prided himself in assuring that the highest quality of care was provided to all the residents and families of all the nursing facilities that he had the opportunity to serve.

Jim was a member of Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity, a contributor to the U of Illinois Alumni, and basketball coach for his daughters. He was a deacon of the First Presbyterian Church in Brighton, MI, board member of the 2nd Harvest Food Bank, and committee member of the Health Care of Michigan Association. He was president of the board and helped raise funds for WEE CARE, a facility for children with multiple handicaps, in Concord, CA. Some of Jims interests were U of Illinois sports, the Chicago Bears and St. Louis Cardinals, being an amateur chef, reading, boating, learning a new piece of trivia everyday, and following his daughters in all their endeavors.

He was married in Anna, Illinois on May 26, 1979 to Eleanor (Ellie) Whiting. She survives along with their daughters Sarah and Katie, his sisters: Donna (Kenny) Smith of Columbia, MO; Carol (Bill) Myers, and Glenda (Bill) Peck of St. Charles, IL; cousin Kem (Rob) Johnson of Woodstock, IL, his mother-in-law, Olive Whiting of Anna, IL, Ellies siblings: Janet (Bud) Winans of Seattle, WA, Ted (Vicki) Whiting of Bailey, CO, Jim Whiting of Pine, CO, Kathy (Mike) Stegle of Anna, IL, and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at 12 noon at Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville with Rev. Ken Harger officiating. A visitation will begin at 11 AM Tuesday. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Diabetes Association or the American Cancer Society.

There are currently 62 condolences.

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Thomas Pape dw1ghtfrye@aol.com Tuesday April 7, 2009 at 9:58 PM
We just found this while looking for your address. Oh my gosh! Jim and you were such good friends. The Plastic Fork Ranch will always be in my memory. Tom and Val Pape

Rick Haake Monday June 30, 2008 at 10:23 AM
Ellie I am at a loss for words. I rarely have met someone as always as upbeat as he was. I don't even know where to begin to express my sorry. My prayers to everyone.

mark creed Thursday June 26, 2008 at 7:02 PM
the posse made the trip to anna,in 79,moe, bucky, pracht, creed, to see our friend marry doc whitings daughter , what a gala, oz draging in this band of hooligans, moe got upset and started throwing brats at the church, doc didnt want any beer at reception but i think we did ok . i am proud to have stood by my friend that day, and as survivors ellie, and kids we can stand by you, trust in the lord Jesus Christ, he has a plan and soon all pain and grief are over, peace to all mark creed

Kelsey Schwartz Thursday June 26, 2008 at 4:37 PM
Dear Ellie, Sarah and Katie We were shocked and saddened to hear about Jim's passing and would like to send you our heartfelt love and condolences. Our prayers are with you and Jim will be missed. May God protect you and hold you close, may Holy Spirit comfort you, and may His angels set a hedege of protection around you. Love from the AMG team.

Bob Silverstone Thursday June 26, 2008 at 4:19 PM
Dear Ellie, Sarah and Katie Jim's passing was a real shock. I enjoyed times we spent together both professionally and personally. He was a friend and mentor in long term care. He most certainly will be missed. My prayers are with you during this very sad time. Bob Silverstone

Alan Cosby Thursday June 26, 2008 at 9:19 AM
My deepst sympathies go out to Jim's family and friends. I had the priveledge of knowing and working with Jim for many years. While I admired his business knowledge, and he taught me a great deal, I remember most his positive spirit, energy and and sense of humor. He will be missed greatly.

TERELL HARRISON Wednesday June 25, 2008 at 8:58 PM
MY PRAYERS GO WITH ELLIE, KATIE AND SARAH AND ALL FAMILY MEMBERS. JIM WAS A SPECIAL PERSON, WELL LIKED AND RESPECTED BY ALL WITH WHOM HE ASSOCIATED. MOST OF ALL ..HE WAS MY FRIEND, ALWAYS THERE FOR ME WHEN I NEEDED SOMEONE TO TALK TO. I WILL MISS HIM DEARLY. MY PRAYERS TO ALL. TERELL

Lee and Al Timer Wednesday June 25, 2008 at 5:27 PM
Dear Ellie, We are heartbroken to hear of Jim's passing...he is gone from us much too soon. We have such wonderful memories of our times at your home..Jim's wonderful cooking...love of music and the arts...his incredible love of God, and his faithfulness to you and Katie and Sarah. I remember how he used to tease me about how I wanted that ultra cool French Door refrigerator that he had...I tried to bribe him into letting me buy it...but he woundn't budge...:-) Ellie, you have been on my heart unceassingly...I have spoken many prayers to the Father...asking for his peace that passes all understanding...hundreds of prayers have gone from my heart to the Lord Jesus...asking Him for his perfect love, that he has just for you... Brighton has never been the same since you, Jim and the girls moved away...Al and I are here for you whenever and however you may need us... I love you Ellie... Lee Timer

Melanie Norman Wednesday June 25, 2008 at 1:56 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Kirsten Bagin Wednesday June 25, 2008 at 11:07 AM
Ellie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jim was a wonderful man, mentor and challenged all of us to be better people. He will be greatly missed.

Rebecca LeFebre Tuesday June 24, 2008 at 11:54 PM
Dear Ellie, Sarah and Katie. We are so sorry for your loss. We remember when Jim gave Jon a ride up the lakes to Halfmile to the cottage and expressed his love for fishing and couldn't wait to do it. We will miss him along with all of you. May God wrap his arms of love around you and your family and give you peace that passes all understanding. We are keeping you and the family in our prayers. Please call for any reason at all!

Barb VanHoose Tuesday June 24, 2008 at 10:00 PM
Ellie, Sarah & Katie, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my prayers.

Tom Welch Tuesday June 24, 2008 at 7:00 PM
Ellie, Sarah and Katie. God bless you all. We are thinking of you and praying for you.

Heartland Rehab Team Tuesday June 24, 2008 at 9:27 AM
Ellie, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry to hear the news of your husband's passing. Fondly, Yvette Ellsworth and the Rehab Department at Ionia.

Kimberly Steffes(Metron Of Belding) Tuesday June 24, 2008 at 9:09 AM
It is a great lose to all that we must say goodbye to a man with a glowing smile and wonderful personality. Jim was a good friend to many as well as a co-worker at Metron. I am pleased to have worked with Jim. My deepest simpathy to the Osborn family on this day of sorrow. God Bless and be with you all.

Steve & Lauren Foresman Tuesday June 24, 2008 at 7:15 AM
Ellie, Lauren and i want to express our deepest sympaty. Our prayers are with you and the girls. Jim was a great friend and mentor to me and i will miss his insight and friendship immensely. He had a great impact on my life in bringing me closer to god and teaching me to take stock in what i have and enjoy ever moment. He challenged me to be a better person both at work and at home. Jim's carring heart and compassion for helping others has made a lasting impact on my life.

Kim Speckin (metron of Belding) Tuesday June 24, 2008 at 6:21 AM
Ellie,My thought's are with you..I'm so sorry for your loss..Jim was a wonderful man..

Glen & Beth Miller Monday June 23, 2008 at 10:27 PM
Ellie, We are so sorry for your loss, more like shocked. I cannot begin to imagine your personal sorrow and my prayers go out to you and your family. Words fail me at this point, just know that we are thinking of you and praying for you. Glen and Beth

Lori Brandenburg Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:49 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. I worked with Jim a few years ago. He willed be missed he was a wonderful person. My condolences to the family.

Jeff Mislevy Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:47 PM
I will forever be thankful for knowing Jim Osborn. The love Jim had for his family was unequaled, and the joy he expressed in raising his children was infectious. Combined with his wisdom and unending desire to help others to experience such happiness, Jims advice and encouragement served as the reason for starting my own family. I am proud to have known such a caring father, loving husband, dedicated leader, magnanimous mentor, and true friend. I am fortunate enough to be one of the great many people whose lives have been touched by Jims kindred spirit. To know him&is to be in awe by his character, and his story. Jim was truly larger than life, yet at the same time worked tirelessly and humbly to help everyone else make the most out of their own lives. His family should take comfort in knowing how many lives Jim touched, and just how meaningful his life was to those he knew&and even to many he did not. Jim Osborn was a great man, and I am proud to call him my friend. I will miss my friend.

Jeff Mislevy Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:46 PM
I will forever be thankful for knowing Jim Osborn. The love Jim had for his family was unequaled, and the joy he expressed in raising his children was infectious. Combined with his wisdom and unending desire to help others to experience such happiness, Jims advice and encouragement served as the reason for starting my own family. I am proud to have known such a caring father, loving husband, dedicated leader, magnanimous mentor, and true friend. I am fortunate enough to be one of the great many people whose lives have been touched by Jims kindred spirit. To know him&is to be in awe by his character, and his story. Jim was truly larger than life, yet at the same time worked tirelessly and humbly to help everyone else make the most out of their own lives. His family should take comfort in knowing how many lives Jim touched, and just how meaningful his life was to those he knew&and even to many he did not. Jim Osborn was a great man, and I am proud to call him my friend. I will miss my friend.

Barry Chesterman Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:46 PM
Dear Ellie and family, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Jim's untimely passing. I knew him from his time with NexCare, and saw him as a leader in our field. Ellie, my prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. Barry

Michael Boyd Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:37 PM
Dear Ellie, Sara, and Katie- I've known and loved your family all my life, and I cannot begin to imagine the hurt that you are experiencing. As my Dad's best friend, I respected Jim for his commitment and heart, but I loved Jim for his humor and his passion. Please know that I'm thinking of you all.

Frank Wronski and Gail Clarkson Monday June 23, 2008 at 8:31 PM
Our sincere condolences to Jim's family and friends. Jim will be missed and was a real asset to the long term care profession. Our thoughts and prayers remain with Ellie, Sara and Katie. Frank & Gail

Monday June 23, 2008 at 4:36 PM


Bob Curtiss Monday June 23, 2008 at 2:47 PM
Ellie, Sarah, and Katie, your husband and father was a special person. I enjoyed working with him and sharing stories of our families and careers in health care. I'm sure you know how special you were to him. He was special to us as well. He will be dearly missed. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bob Curtiss Monday June 23, 2008 at 2:40 PM


Debra (Womick)Tanner Monday June 23, 2008 at 2:21 PM
Ellie, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Manda Ayoub Monday June 23, 2008 at 2:18 PM
Jim was a wonderful man to work with. He will be greatly missed. May god help his family get through this difficult time.

Amy Katz Monday June 23, 2008 at 2:07 PM
I had the great pleasure of working with Jim both with NexCare and was able to reconnect to work again with him while he was at Metron. I was VERY shocked and sad to hear of the news and wish his family all of the best and my condolences. I am unable to attend the service tomorrow but wish that I could meet the family he spoke so highly of. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this rough time.

Michelle Velting Monday June 23, 2008 at 1:38 PM
Sometimes we can not figure out why God chose this for our lives. However, one thing is true, and that is that for some reason, this is God's plan. He is with you during this time, as are we, to help you moarn, and get through this to become an even stronger person. We love you Ellie! Michelle

Ellene Dauser Monday June 23, 2008 at 1:17 PM
Dear Ellie and family, I'm sorry for your loss. Jim was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Craig Nobbelin Monday June 23, 2008 at 1:06 PM
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Jim's passing and send my heartfelt sympathies to you. I have only known and worked with Jim a little over a year, but felt an instant sense of compassion, humor and insight from him. He and other health care employers were working with him to build better systems to develop and bring skilled, compassionate people into health care in West Michigan. I shall miss his insight, intellect and enthusiasm for our work since he felt so strongly about it. Craig Nobbelin, Alliance for Health

Dawna Blandford Miller Monday June 23, 2008 at 1:06 PM
Ellie, my family would like to extend our deepest sympahties to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless and take care. Dawna Blandford Miller

Karen Hendricks (Metron) Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:37 PM
Words cannot begin to express my deepest most heartfelt condolences to Ellie, Sara and Katie.....what a wonderful man he was. May the love of your family and friends comfort you during this devastating loss. God Bless.

Larry Kopta Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:31 PM
May the Peace of God be with you all at this sad time. I did not know him well, but his life was full of caring for others. He will be missed.

Georgia Monroe Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:20 PM
Ellie and Family, Just a note to let you know that the group from Metron Personal Services sends their deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this journey.

Igor Soljan Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:17 PM
Dear Ellie, Sarah, and Katie, I was so saddened when I heard about Jims passing last week Friday. Over the past few years we got to know each other quite well and I adored his charismatic leadership style and devotion to his family. He would come to my office and wed chat for a long time about politics, business, family, cooking, music, and sports. All I can say he was one of a kind and he loved you immensley! If there is anything I can do for you please contact me without any hesitation. Regards, Igor

Monday June 23, 2008 at 11:50 AM


Lesa VanderMeer Monday June 23, 2008 at 11:17 AM
I am so shocked to here the news of Jim's passing. It is just so unbelieveable to me, I can not even immagine your loss. I am thinking of you and praying that God comforts you in this time of grief.

Monday June 23, 2008 at 11:07 AM
Hurst Funeral Home, Inc. Greenville, Michigan 48838 Phone: (616) 754-6616 Phone: (866) 50H-URST Fax: (616) 754-3991 Contact us with questions and comments Web Site: http://www.hurstfuneralhome.com Message Marked for display Please feel free to post a message of condolence. Name E-mail Display Email Address with condolence? Yes No TimeForMemory.com does not sell or supply email addresses to any outside parties. However, unscrupulous businesses will scan the internet for email addresses to add to their spam mailling list. Therefore, including your email may enhance your chance of being spammed. Message Messages will be reviewed prior to display. Please allow 24 business hours for review. There are currently 14 condolences. Melinda (Clary) Astin Monday June 23, 2008 at 10:43 AM Ellie, You may not even remember me as I was a year behind you, but you graduated with my brother, Mark Clary. I understand the shock and devastation of losing a loved one suddenly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may your pleasant memories bring you comfort in your time of grief. Melinda (Clary) Astin, Anna, IL The Beaver Island Girls Monday June 23, 2008 at 10:20 AM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie We are very saddened and shocked by your loss. Our prayers and Condolences are with you. The Beaver Island Girls Robert D. Kimber Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:56 AM Dear Ellie: Sorry to hear about your family. May God bless. Patrice Farmer Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:17 AM My name is Patrice Farmer, Administrator of OakPointe Senior Care and Rehab Center. I am devastated about Jim's passing. He was my first male boss and I learned so much from him. One of the most memorable quotes he would use is "Someone has to take the high road". I would tease him about his "radio voice". He would laugh about it. I know this road is going to be rocky. But just remember weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. I will continue to pray for all of the family in this tough time. Michelle Francisco Monday June 23, 2008 at 8:16 AM Dear Ellie, Sarah, & Katie: Jim was a caring and kind gentleman who obviously had a heart for compassionate, quality care for aged. Jim was instrumental in giving me my start in long term care and I will always appreciate that he had faith in me. We frequently laughed about different bits we heard on "Bob and Tom". Jim ~ "You Rock". You are already missed! Michelle Brenda Palmer Monday June 23, 2008 at 7:34 AM I had the pleasure of working with Jim. He was an hornorable and dedicated man. He will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Henry Boutros/Stacey Starling Monday June 23, 2008 at 7:08 AM Our prayers for peace of mind and heart are with your whole family. Jim was a friend and will be missed. Todd Williams Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:36 AM Though I did not know Jim personally, I heard a lot about him from my sister Tracey and her husband Jay Boyd, who was a good friend of Jim's. We extend our prayers and condolences to all his family and friends. Todd, Marla and Chloe Williams - Anna, IL Tracey Boyd Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:01 AM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie. I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was an amazing person in every way and his loss will be a huge empty spot in many lives, in particular yours. I am sure that you know how much he loved you and regardless of everything, keep that close to you and treasure it. He was a great friend to Jay who loved him as a brother. Please know that Jay and I are here for you all any time you need us. Love Tracey Steve (Andy) and Lynne Sunday June 22, 2008 at 10:58 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie. Jim was one of my favorite friends. I loved Jim like my brother. The year we spent as room mates was best year of my life. We had so many good times. May God be with you. Love, Steve and Lynne Sarah & Mark Zameda Sunday June 22, 2008 at 9:46 PM Dear Ellie, Sara, and Katie, I am so saddened and shocked by your loss. Jim, was my dad's roomate in college (Steve Anderson) and my dad always had such wonderful memories of Jim. My dad always considered Jim his best friend and little brother and he will miss him dearly. Know that our whole family has you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love always, Sarah (Anderson)& Mark Zameda Debbie Whybra Sunday June 22, 2008 at 12:54 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie, I feel such a connection to Jim. For example, when we were pregnant with our daughter Emily, our other choices for names were: Ellie, Sara and Katie. Isn't that wierd? The other thing that has me wondering about how some people are connected in some way is that his funeral is on by birthday. However, more importantly, I wanted you to know what a meaningful message he sent to us when our son died a year ago. He said in his letter, " You will find the strength to go on, and somehow reconcile this horrible loss", and then he shared this Bible verse, Proverbs 3: 24 "Have no fear of sudden disaster or the ruin that overtakes. For the Lord will keep your confidence and will keep your foot from being snared." Please know we are thinking about you and will be for years to come. Love, Debbie Whybra Joe and Rose Coleman Sunday June 22, 2008 at 8:40 AM We both enjoyed working with Jim. His dedication to long term care and the elderly and to the staff that cared for them was appreciated. He was a different kind of boss who cared about the people who worked for him and never seemed to be in a bad mood even when in difficult situations. We will miss him. Nanya Litz Saturday June 21, 2008 at 11:28 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie: Jim is a wonderful man and will be deeply missed in my heart and in the Long Term Care industry of MI! I am personally grateful to him for his mentoring and leadership he afforded me back 9 years ago with Centennial Healthcare as a DON and a Administrator! God and Faith be with each of you during this time! All my prayers, Nanya Litz, RN/NHA

Monday June 23, 2008 at 11:07 AM
Hurst Funeral Home, Inc. Greenville, Michigan 48838 Phone: (616) 754-6616 Phone: (866) 50H-URST Fax: (616) 754-3991 Contact us with questions and comments Web Site: http://www.hurstfuneralhome.com Message Marked for display Please feel free to post a message of condolence. Name E-mail Display Email Address with condolence? Yes No TimeForMemory.com does not sell or supply email addresses to any outside parties. However, unscrupulous businesses will scan the internet for email addresses to add to their spam mailling list. Therefore, including your email may enhance your chance of being spammed. Message Messages will be reviewed prior to display. Please allow 24 business hours for review. There are currently 14 condolences. Melinda (Clary) Astin Monday June 23, 2008 at 10:43 AM Ellie, You may not even remember me as I was a year behind you, but you graduated with my brother, Mark Clary. I understand the shock and devastation of losing a loved one suddenly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may your pleasant memories bring you comfort in your time of grief. Melinda (Clary) Astin, Anna, IL The Beaver Island Girls Monday June 23, 2008 at 10:20 AM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie We are very saddened and shocked by your loss. Our prayers and Condolences are with you. The Beaver Island Girls Robert D. Kimber Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:56 AM Dear Ellie: Sorry to hear about your family. May God bless. Patrice Farmer Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:17 AM My name is Patrice Farmer, Administrator of OakPointe Senior Care and Rehab Center. I am devastated about Jim's passing. He was my first male boss and I learned so much from him. One of the most memorable quotes he would use is "Someone has to take the high road". I would tease him about his "radio voice". He would laugh about it. I know this road is going to be rocky. But just remember weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. I will continue to pray for all of the family in this tough time. Michelle Francisco Monday June 23, 2008 at 8:16 AM Dear Ellie, Sarah, & Katie: Jim was a caring and kind gentleman who obviously had a heart for compassionate, quality care for aged. Jim was instrumental in giving me my start in long term care and I will always appreciate that he had faith in me. We frequently laughed about different bits we heard on "Bob and Tom". Jim ~ "You Rock". You are already missed! Michelle Brenda Palmer Monday June 23, 2008 at 7:34 AM I had the pleasure of working with Jim. He was an hornorable and dedicated man. He will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Henry Boutros/Stacey Starling Monday June 23, 2008 at 7:08 AM Our prayers for peace of mind and heart are with your whole family. Jim was a friend and will be missed. Todd Williams Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:36 AM Though I did not know Jim personally, I heard a lot about him from my sister Tracey and her husband Jay Boyd, who was a good friend of Jim's. We extend our prayers and condolences to all his family and friends. Todd, Marla and Chloe Williams - Anna, IL Tracey Boyd Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:01 AM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie. I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was an amazing person in every way and his loss will be a huge empty spot in many lives, in particular yours. I am sure that you know how much he loved you and regardless of everything, keep that close to you and treasure it. He was a great friend to Jay who loved him as a brother. Please know that Jay and I are here for you all any time you need us. Love Tracey Steve (Andy) and Lynne Sunday June 22, 2008 at 10:58 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie. Jim was one of my favorite friends. I loved Jim like my brother. The year we spent as room mates was best year of my life. We had so many good times. May God be with you. Love, Steve and Lynne Sarah & Mark Zameda Sunday June 22, 2008 at 9:46 PM Dear Ellie, Sara, and Katie, I am so saddened and shocked by your loss. Jim, was my dad's roomate in college (Steve Anderson) and my dad always had such wonderful memories of Jim. My dad always considered Jim his best friend and little brother and he will miss him dearly. Know that our whole family has you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love always, Sarah (Anderson)& Mark Zameda Debbie Whybra Sunday June 22, 2008 at 12:54 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie, I feel such a connection to Jim. For example, when we were pregnant with our daughter Emily, our other choices for names were: Ellie, Sara and Katie. Isn't that wierd? The other thing that has me wondering about how some people are connected in some way is that his funeral is on by birthday. However, more importantly, I wanted you to know what a meaningful message he sent to us when our son died a year ago. He said in his letter, " You will find the strength to go on, and somehow reconcile this horrible loss", and then he shared this Bible verse, Proverbs 3: 24 "Have no fear of sudden disaster or the ruin that overtakes. For the Lord will keep your confidence and will keep your foot from being snared." Please know we are thinking about you and will be for years to come. Love, Debbie Whybra Joe and Rose Coleman Sunday June 22, 2008 at 8:40 AM We both enjoyed working with Jim. His dedication to long term care and the elderly and to the staff that cared for them was appreciated. He was a different kind of boss who cared about the people who worked for him and never seemed to be in a bad mood even when in difficult situations. We will miss him. Nanya Litz Saturday June 21, 2008 at 11:28 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie: Jim is a wonderful man and will be deeply missed in my heart and in the Long Term Care industry of MI! I am personally grateful to him for his mentoring and leadership he afforded me back 9 years ago with Centennial Healthcare as a DON and a Administrator! God and Faith be with each of you during this time! All my prayers, Nanya Litz, RN/NHA

Monday June 23, 2008 at 11:06 AM
Hurst Funeral Home, Inc. Greenville, Michigan 48838 Phone: (616) 754-6616 Phone: (866) 50H-URST Fax: (616) 754-3991 Contact us with questions and comments Web Site: http://www.hurstfuneralhome.com Message Marked for display Please feel free to post a message of condolence. Name E-mail Display Email Address with condolence? Yes No TimeForMemory.com does not sell or supply email addresses to any outside parties. However, unscrupulous businesses will scan the internet for email addresses to add to their spam mailling list. Therefore, including your email may enhance your chance of being spammed. Message Messages will be reviewed prior to display. Please allow 24 business hours for review. There are currently 14 condolences. Melinda (Clary) Astin Monday June 23, 2008 at 10:43 AM Ellie, You may not even remember me as I was a year behind you, but you graduated with my brother, Mark Clary. I understand the shock and devastation of losing a loved one suddenly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may your pleasant memories bring you comfort in your time of grief. Melinda (Clary) Astin, Anna, IL The Beaver Island Girls Monday June 23, 2008 at 10:20 AM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie We are very saddened and shocked by your loss. Our prayers and Condolences are with you. The Beaver Island Girls Robert D. Kimber Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:56 AM Dear Ellie: Sorry to hear about your family. May God bless. Patrice Farmer Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:17 AM My name is Patrice Farmer, Administrator of OakPointe Senior Care and Rehab Center. I am devastated about Jim's passing. He was my first male boss and I learned so much from him. One of the most memorable quotes he would use is "Someone has to take the high road". I would tease him about his "radio voice". He would laugh about it. I know this road is going to be rocky. But just remember weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. I will continue to pray for all of the family in this tough time. Michelle Francisco Monday June 23, 2008 at 8:16 AM Dear Ellie, Sarah, & Katie: Jim was a caring and kind gentleman who obviously had a heart for compassionate, quality care for aged. Jim was instrumental in giving me my start in long term care and I will always appreciate that he had faith in me. We frequently laughed about different bits we heard on "Bob and Tom". Jim ~ "You Rock". You are already missed! Michelle Brenda Palmer Monday June 23, 2008 at 7:34 AM I had the pleasure of working with Jim. He was an hornorable and dedicated man. He will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Henry Boutros/Stacey Starling Monday June 23, 2008 at 7:08 AM Our prayers for peace of mind and heart are with your whole family. Jim was a friend and will be missed. Todd Williams Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:36 AM Though I did not know Jim personally, I heard a lot about him from my sister Tracey and her husband Jay Boyd, who was a good friend of Jim's. We extend our prayers and condolences to all his family and friends. Todd, Marla and Chloe Williams - Anna, IL Tracey Boyd Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:01 AM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie. I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was an amazing person in every way and his loss will be a huge empty spot in many lives, in particular yours. I am sure that you know how much he loved you and regardless of everything, keep that close to you and treasure it. He was a great friend to Jay who loved him as a brother. Please know that Jay and I are here for you all any time you need us. Love Tracey Steve (Andy) and Lynne Sunday June 22, 2008 at 10:58 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie. Jim was one of my favorite friends. I loved Jim like my brother. The year we spent as room mates was best year of my life. We had so many good times. May God be with you. Love, Steve and Lynne Sarah & Mark Zameda Sunday June 22, 2008 at 9:46 PM Dear Ellie, Sara, and Katie, I am so saddened and shocked by your loss. Jim, was my dad's roomate in college (Steve Anderson) and my dad always had such wonderful memories of Jim. My dad always considered Jim his best friend and little brother and he will miss him dearly. Know that our whole family has you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love always, Sarah (Anderson)& Mark Zameda Debbie Whybra Sunday June 22, 2008 at 12:54 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie, I feel such a connection to Jim. For example, when we were pregnant with our daughter Emily, our other choices for names were: Ellie, Sara and Katie. Isn't that wierd? The other thing that has me wondering about how some people are connected in some way is that his funeral is on by birthday. However, more importantly, I wanted you to know what a meaningful message he sent to us when our son died a year ago. He said in his letter, " You will find the strength to go on, and somehow reconcile this horrible loss", and then he shared this Bible verse, Proverbs 3: 24 "Have no fear of sudden disaster or the ruin that overtakes. For the Lord will keep your confidence and will keep your foot from being snared." Please know we are thinking about you and will be for years to come. Love, Debbie Whybra Joe and Rose Coleman Sunday June 22, 2008 at 8:40 AM We both enjoyed working with Jim. His dedication to long term care and the elderly and to the staff that cared for them was appreciated. He was a different kind of boss who cared about the people who worked for him and never seemed to be in a bad mood even when in difficult situations. We will miss him. Nanya Litz Saturday June 21, 2008 at 11:28 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie: Jim is a wonderful man and will be deeply missed in my heart and in the Long Term Care industry of MI! I am personally grateful to him for his mentoring and leadership he afforded me back 9 years ago with Centennial Healthcare as a DON and a Administrator! God and Faith be with each of you during this time! All my prayers, Nanya Litz, RN/NHA

Monday June 23, 2008 at 11:06 AM
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may your pleasant memories bring you comfort in your time of grief. Melinda (Clary) Astin, Anna, IL The Beaver Island Girls Monday June 23, 2008 at 10:20 AM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie We are very saddened and shocked by your loss. Our prayers and Condolences are with you. The Beaver Island Girls Robert D. Kimber Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:56 AM Dear Ellie: Sorry to hear about your family. May God bless. Patrice Farmer Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:17 AM My name is Patrice Farmer, Administrator of OakPointe Senior Care and Rehab Center. I am devastated about Jim's passing. He was my first male boss and I learned so much from him. One of the most memorable quotes he would use is "Someone has to take the high road". I would tease him about his "radio voice". He would laugh about it. I know this road is going to be rocky. But just remember weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. I will continue to pray for all of the family in this tough time. Michelle Francisco Monday June 23, 2008 at 8:16 AM Dear Ellie, Sarah, & Katie: Jim was a caring and kind gentleman who obviously had a heart for compassionate, quality care for aged. Jim was instrumental in giving me my start in long term care and I will always appreciate that he had faith in me. We frequently laughed about different bits we heard on "Bob and Tom". Jim ~ "You Rock". You are already missed! Michelle Brenda Palmer Monday June 23, 2008 at 7:34 AM I had the pleasure of working with Jim. He was an hornorable and dedicated man. He will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Henry Boutros/Stacey Starling Monday June 23, 2008 at 7:08 AM Our prayers for peace of mind and heart are with your whole family. Jim was a friend and will be missed. Todd Williams Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:36 AM Though I did not know Jim personally, I heard a lot about him from my sister Tracey and her husband Jay Boyd, who was a good friend of Jim's. We extend our prayers and condolences to all his family and friends. Todd, Marla and Chloe Williams - Anna, IL Tracey Boyd Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:01 AM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie. I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was an amazing person in every way and his loss will be a huge empty spot in many lives, in particular yours. I am sure that you know how much he loved you and regardless of everything, keep that close to you and treasure it. He was a great friend to Jay who loved him as a brother. Please know that Jay and I are here for you all any time you need us. Love Tracey Steve (Andy) and Lynne Sunday June 22, 2008 at 10:58 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie. Jim was one of my favorite friends. I loved Jim like my brother. The year we spent as room mates was best year of my life. We had so many good times. May God be with you. Love, Steve and Lynne Sarah & Mark Zameda Sunday June 22, 2008 at 9:46 PM Dear Ellie, Sara, and Katie, I am so saddened and shocked by your loss. Jim, was my dad's roomate in college (Steve Anderson) and my dad always had such wonderful memories of Jim. My dad always considered Jim his best friend and little brother and he will miss him dearly. Know that our whole family has you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love always, Sarah (Anderson)& Mark Zameda Debbie Whybra Sunday June 22, 2008 at 12:54 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie, I feel such a connection to Jim. For example, when we were pregnant with our daughter Emily, our other choices for names were: Ellie, Sara and Katie. Isn't that wierd? The other thing that has me wondering about how some people are connected in some way is that his funeral is on by birthday. However, more importantly, I wanted you to know what a meaningful message he sent to us when our son died a year ago. He said in his letter, " You will find the strength to go on, and somehow reconcile this horrible loss", and then he shared this Bible verse, Proverbs 3: 24 "Have no fear of sudden disaster or the ruin that overtakes. For the Lord will keep your confidence and will keep your foot from being snared." Please know we are thinking about you and will be for years to come. Love, Debbie Whybra Joe and Rose Coleman Sunday June 22, 2008 at 8:40 AM We both enjoyed working with Jim. His dedication to long term care and the elderly and to the staff that cared for them was appreciated. He was a different kind of boss who cared about the people who worked for him and never seemed to be in a bad mood even when in difficult situations. We will miss him. Nanya Litz Saturday June 21, 2008 at 11:28 PM Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie: Jim is a wonderful man and will be deeply missed in my heart and in the Long Term Care industry of MI! I am personally grateful to him for his mentoring and leadership he afforded me back 9 years ago with Centennial Healthcare as a DON and a Administrator! God and Faith be with each of you during this time! All my prayers, Nanya Litz, RN/NHA

Melinda (Clary) Astin Monday June 23, 2008 at 10:43 AM
Ellie, You may not even remember me as I was a year behind you, but you graduated with my brother, Mark Clary. I understand the shock and devastation of losing a loved one suddenly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may your pleasant memories bring you comfort in your time of grief. Melinda (Clary) Astin, Anna, IL

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The Beaver Island Girls Monday June 23, 2008 at 10:20 AM
Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie We are very saddened and shocked by your loss. Our prayers and Condolences are with you. The Beaver Island Girls

Robert D. Kimber Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:56 AM
Dear Ellie: Sorry to hear about your family. May God bless.

Patrice Farmer Monday June 23, 2008 at 9:17 AM
My name is Patrice Farmer, Administrator of OakPointe Senior Care and Rehab Center. I am devastated about Jim's passing. He was my first male boss and I learned so much from him. One of the most memorable quotes he would use is "Someone has to take the high road". I would tease him about his "radio voice". He would laugh about it. I know this road is going to be rocky. But just remember weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. I will continue to pray for all of the family in this tough time.

Michelle Francisco Monday June 23, 2008 at 8:16 AM
Dear Ellie, Sarah, & Katie: Jim was a caring and kind gentleman who obviously had a heart for compassionate, quality care for aged. Jim was instrumental in giving me my start in long term care and I will always appreciate that he had faith in me. We frequently laughed about different bits we heard on "Bob and Tom". Jim ~ "You Rock". You are already missed! Michelle

Brenda Palmer Monday June 23, 2008 at 7:34 AM
I had the pleasure of working with Jim. He was an hornorable and dedicated man. He will be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Henry Boutros/Stacey Starling Monday June 23, 2008 at 7:08 AM
Our prayers for peace of mind and heart are with your whole family. Jim was a friend and will be missed.

Todd Williams Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:36 AM
Though I did not know Jim personally, I heard a lot about him from my sister Tracey and her husband Jay Boyd, who was a good friend of Jim's. We extend our prayers and condolences to all his family and friends. Todd, Marla and Chloe Williams - Anna, IL

Tracey Boyd Monday June 23, 2008 at 12:01 AM
Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie. I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was an amazing person in every way and his loss will be a huge empty spot in many lives, in particular yours. I am sure that you know how much he loved you and regardless of everything, keep that close to you and treasure it. He was a great friend to Jay who loved him as a brother. Please know that Jay and I are here for you all any time you need us. Love Tracey

Steve (Andy) and Lynne Sunday June 22, 2008 at 10:58 PM
Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie. Jim was one of my favorite friends. I loved Jim like my brother. The year we spent as room mates was best year of my life. We had so many good times. May God be with you. Love, Steve and Lynne

Sarah & Mark Zameda Sunday June 22, 2008 at 9:46 PM
Dear Ellie, Sara, and Katie, I am so saddened and shocked by your loss. Jim, was my dad's roomate in college (Steve Anderson) and my dad always had such wonderful memories of Jim. My dad always considered Jim his best friend and little brother and he will miss him dearly. Know that our whole family has you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love always, Sarah (Anderson)& Mark Zameda

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Debbie Whybra Sunday June 22, 2008 at 12:54 PM
Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie, I feel such a connection to Jim. For example, when we were pregnant with our daughter Emily, our other choices for names were: Ellie, Sara and Katie. Isn't that wierd? The other thing that has me wondering about how some people are connected in some way is that his funeral is on by birthday. However, more importantly, I wanted you to know what a meaningful message he sent to us when our son died a year ago. He said in his letter, " You will find the strength to go on, and somehow reconcile this horrible loss", and then he shared this Bible verse, Proverbs 3: 24 "Have no fear of sudden disaster or the ruin that overtakes. For the Lord will keep your confidence and will keep your foot from being snared." Please know we are thinking about you and will be for years to come. Love, Debbie Whybra

Joe and Rose Coleman Sunday June 22, 2008 at 8:40 AM
We both enjoyed working with Jim. His dedication to long term care and the elderly and to the staff that cared for them was appreciated. He was a different kind of boss who cared about the people who worked for him and never seemed to be in a bad mood even when in difficult situations. We will miss him.

Nanya Litz Saturday June 21, 2008 at 11:28 PM
Dear Ellie, Sara and Katie: Jim is a wonderful man and will be deeply missed in my heart and in the Long Term Care industry of MI! I am personally grateful to him for his mentoring and leadership he afforded me back 9 years ago with Centennial Healthcare as a DON and a Administrator! God and Faith be with each of you during this time! All my prayers, Nanya Litz, RN/NHA

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