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for James Halligan
Donna and Brianne Gardner
November 25, 2008
Cathy, Dan and Pat,
So sorry to hear of your loss. What a great man, husband, father and friend he was. Our lives were enriched by his presence. He was a lovely person. Brianne and I are thinking of you.
Amy Friedman
November 25, 2008
Dear Cathy, Pat and Dan,
Our deepest sympathy - Jim was a wonderful person. Our thoughts are with you,
Amy, Ken, Allie, Kyle and Luke Friedman
Ed Walsh
November 11, 2008
Cathy,
I remember the twinkle in Jim's eyes when he mentioned your name and the future he saw for the both of you. He wrote me that he had no regrets and bragged about Pat's & Dan's successes.
Pat & Dan, Your dad & I flew many missions together, please know that no one was more courageous. His fellow Marines will not forget Jim's zest for life, self-discipline and his gentlemanly qualities. We have all lost with Jim's passing, but none more deeply than you. Please accept my condolences, Ed Walsh US Marine
Schirmer
November 11, 2008
Cathy, Pat and Dan:
We were shocked to hear of Jim's passing after we just got back from a trip. No words of comfort will bring him back to you, but we wanted to let you know, that the memories of the times we shared on the ski hills and everywhere else will last forever in our hearts. With deepest sympathy, Barbara and Mike with Kaja, Selina and Luisa
Lee Dineen
November 10, 2008
Dear Cathy, sons, and family,
I have just learned of Jim's battle with cancer being over. My deepest condolences and sympathy are with you all. I have had you all in my thoughts and prayers since I first learned of his illness. May your faith, family and friends be of comfort to you all during this very difficult time. I have contacted Kevin and relayed the information and he also sends the same condolences. Thank God that you were given the love and comfort of his love for you and the boys for all these years. God Bless you all.
Sincerely,
Lee and Kevin Dineen
Stuart and Ann Wishart
November 7, 2008
To Cathie and family. Our deepest sympathy to you at this time on the sad loss of a good friend. Jim will be missed by all.
Ron Morrison on behalf of everyone at Mead O'Brien
November 5, 2008
Our professional connections often lead to conversations about Jim’s personal challenges and family. Jim was so very proud of his family. We extend our deepest sympathies and prayers to his family and friends.
Pease be with You.
Andrée & Gilles Varona
November 5, 2008
Another friend leaving this world. Jim will be sadly missed here in France. Our deapest sympathies.
Darren Wolz
November 4, 2008
Jim lived and exemplary life and stood out because of his professionalism, integrity, concern for others and great love for his family. He is my friend and mentor and he will be missed greatly.
Isaku Kagata
November 4, 2008
It's so sad hear of Jim's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Marco Gualchierotti
November 4, 2008
My deepest sympathy for the loss of the dear Jim.
From All of Us Nippon Gear Co., Ltd.
November 4, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cristiana Guzzetti
November 4, 2008
My most sincere condolences to Jim's family.
Domenico Zanotti
November 4, 2008
It's so sad to receive this comunication. My deepest sympathies.
Mario Lotterio
November 4, 2008
November 4th, 2008
My deepest sympathy on the death of Jim.
Lisa Cain
November 4, 2008
We are deeply sorry for your loss.
Gary and Lisa Cain
Gary & Lisa Cain
November 4, 2008
Tara and Jim,
We are deeply sadden by the loss of your brother."To die completely, a person must not only forget but be forgotten, and he who is not forgotten is not dead." Your brother will not be forgotten.
Richard Cook
November 4, 2008
His humor and zeal for life will be missed but my wife and I will never forget his strength and will to enjoy and share. He shared some of his precious time with us which was a gift for our lifetimes.
Julian Wood
November 4, 2008
Jim was a dear friend and coworker. I enjoyed his love of life and passion for all that surrounded him. Deapest thoughts and prayers with his family.
Joe and Barbara Bear Jamison
November 4, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Johan Tallberg
November 4, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Poh Hin Teoh
November 3, 2008
Jim, in my short time of knowing him, has an infectious sense of humor and he easily sets a person at ease. Yet he can be serious when it requires him to and will let you know in no time when he is. Happy hunting, Jim!
To Catherine, Patrick and Daniel, my heartfelt condolences, live the legacy that he leaves behind. Be happy for him. Do him proud!!
Namaste.
All of Us from Fl-Lt. Asia
November 3, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cheng Michael
November 3, 2008
My latest memory of Jim still remains on the meeting in Mexico together with Catherine in 2007 although I begun to know Jim since 2002, Jim is always a nice man in my mind. My best wishes go to Catherine and family. Jim, you will be missed!
Michael Cheng
November 3, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Jim & Michelle Gannon
November 3, 2008
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of Jim. He was a friend and mentor that will never be forgotten. Jim was always available to offer his years of experience, and for that I will always be grateful. We shared a passion for sports, politics, and most of all, family. I will cherish his memory and the time we spent together. God bless his family; Cathy, Patrick, and Dan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve & Yvonne Corcoran
November 3, 2008
A great friend and colleague. Jim will be sadly missed.
Kin Soon Wong
November 3, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Kurt Engebrecht
November 3, 2008
Tom just informed me of Jim's death, he saw Nate and Johnny over at Pontillo's. Shock and sadness can't convey the way in which this news made me feel. Standing next to Jim on the deck at Swain, watching the boys win the section V title this past winter, his passion but also perspective as to what sports truely mean in the development of a child was so genuine and inspiring. Also his candid advice for my own son's skiing, helped me to see his technical knowledge of the sport equalled his passion. The last time I saw Jim was at a tennis match, where Dan was competing and his love of competition was so evident. Jim's love of life could be detected by the sparkle in his eyes. My best to you Cathy, Dan and Patrick. You have all been such kind supporters of Tom through the years, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dan Warsing
November 3, 2008
I doubt I can add much to what others have already said. For me Jim was always a man of great integrity and character. I too will miss him greatly as will everyone else that knew him.
Dietmar Zimmer
November 3, 2008
I had the pleasure to meet Jim a couple of years ago in Europe and always liked him for his passion, devotion and open mind. My best wishes go to his family.
Glenn,Ellyn,Will, Rachel Schaefer
November 3, 2008
Will played on varsity soccer with Dan and The Schaefers will miss Jim very much. My husband loved to talk soccer with him on the sidelines and I always liked his devotion to his sons with all their sports. My sympathy to you cathy in this tough time.
Dan Flesher
November 3, 2008
I enjoyed the opportunity of working with Jim over the past 8 years and admired his devotion to his family as well as his enthusiastic tenacity to his profession. I'll miss his straight forward attitude and sense of humor. May God bless and keep you all comforted. Jackie and I are extremely sorry for your loss. It isn't fair.
Michael and Mary Ann Balkun
November 3, 2008
I am deeply saddened to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Amy Albert
November 3, 2008
Dan and I met Jim and Cathy when we joined the Tennis Club of Rochester. Jim was a great tennis player and a great athlete. He was very kind to play mixed doubles with me (a struggling 3.0 player!) during our world team tennis matches. He was a great competitor but as much as he loved winning, it was easy to tell that his single greatest love was his family. His face would light up when talking about his sons. He was very proud of them. Cathy - our sympathies are extended to you and your family.
David Nash
November 3, 2008
Suzanne and I will always remember Mr. Halligan spending weekends at our house while he was in Jacksonville in the Marine Corps, and the night he met Cathy. We and our childrenwill always have fond memories of Jim.
Cathy, our thoughts are with you and the boys. Please accept our most sincere condolences.
Andy Hole
November 3, 2008
Jim will be sadly missed by all his friends colleagues in the UK and Europe. Our best wishes go to his family, who he was extremely proud of, at this very sad time.
Lauren Berry
November 2, 2008
Always a supportive, loving, caring man that will be remembered by me and my family forever and always. I can still see him standing at the finish line at our ski races....supporting all of us just as he was supported the past 2 years by everyone that loved him so much....you will always and forever remembered Mr Halligan
John Lambropoulos
November 2, 2008
My memories of Jim by the sidelines of the Pittsford Mustangs games, and of the Sutherland varsity, are indelible in terms of his generosity, light-heartedness, modesty, devotion, and positive spirit. I especially recall an extended team lunch, after a Batavia soccer tournament on a hot summer weekend, when we were all captivated by stories of flying in less hospitable weather...Jim, from whichever sidelines you are looking...many thanks for having been kind, supportive and generous. My deepest and heart-felt condolences to the Halligans for your loss.
Chuck Doremus
November 2, 2008
Jim was great to work with but more importantly he was a good friend and a great guy. Whether in the office, out with customers or relaxing on the golf course, Jim was a pleasure to be around. He was an inspiration to us as he battled his cancer and always maintained a more caring attitude about us than about himself. He will be sorely missed. My sincerest sympathy to all of the family and friends, We lost a really great guy.
Dave & Dinah Skidmore
November 2, 2008
We have lost a true friend and associate. Jim will always have a place in our hearts forever. I am proud that I was able to work with him over the past 7 years.
Stefi Baum O'Dea
November 2, 2008
When we moved to Rochester from Baltimore, and our son Kieran joined the Pittsford Sutherland soccer team, Kieran and Jim's son Dan were on the JV soccer team. The first parent I meet was Jim - he instantly pulled me in and made me feel comfortable with his open enthusiasm. Jim was an inspiration to all of us, and both before and after he became ill, was a man with his priorities straight who a made us all sit up and take notice. Our thoughts are with you Halligans one and all.
Kevin Horgan
November 2, 2008
Jim and I joined the USMC together in 1979. He was the most enthusiastic and literate man I have ever known. My life has been enriched from being his fellow Marine officer. Semper fi, my friend....
Bruce, Patty and Stacey Bolger
November 2, 2008
The good memories will remain, always....
Bill and Danielle Fath
November 2, 2008
Our prayers are with you all.
Kris and Jack Jesmer
November 2, 2008
We will remember Jim with fondness and with respect for his honesty, sense of self dignity and determination to live life to its fullest. We are truly sorry for your loss.
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