James H. "Jimmy" Admire, 70, known as "O'Dad" by his nine grandchildren, passed from this earth into the arms of His Savior on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2005, surrounded by his entire family.

Funeral: 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in Greenwood Chapel. Burial: Ash Creek Cemetery in Azle. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Greenwood Funeral Home.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society; or Community Hospice of Texas, 6100 Western Place, Suite 500, Fort Worth 76107.

Jimmy was born Dec. 9, 1934, in Lubbock to Oscar and Zula Pearl Admire. He was married to Joyce Ann Luksa on Nov. 21, 1952. Jim worked for General Engineering and retired this past August after 45 years. He was a member of the Local 146 Plumbers and Steamfitters Union for over 56 years. He was also a 32nd-degree Mason and a Shriner.

Among other things, he was instrumental in starting Azle's Pee Wee Football and Baseball programs, now known as the Azle Youth Association. Jimmy took pride in coaching many of Azle's young athletes.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his father, Oscar Admire; stepfather, Leslie Arnold; and his son, Jeffrey Admire.

Survivors: Wife of 53 years, Joyce; sons, Randy Admire and wife, Cindi of Azle, Johnny Admire and wife, Denise of Keller; daughter, Leann Long and husband, Raymond of Springtown; mother, Zula Arnold of River Oaks; brother, Larry Admire of Azle; sisters, Nan Wyatt of Fort Worth and Donna Sims of Cottondale; brother, Sonny Arnold of Fort Worth; grandchildren, Cody and Courtney Admire, John Derek, Randi Lynn, Cameron and Evan Admire, Haley Raso, Kristin and Joshua Long; several nieces, nephews; and many, many good friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram from Nov. 21 to Nov. 22, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for James Admire

16 Entries

Kenny Landrum

November 27, 2005

I have such fond memories of Pee Wee football. He was an important figure in my life & I know in many others. My condolences to the family.

Robert & Cheryl Eberle

November 26, 2005

Sorry for your loss. The quality of a man's life is measured by how deeply he has touched the lives of others. I have fond memories of the days when Coach Admire was my first baseball coach. We will pray for you at Mass.

Ashley Turner

November 23, 2005

I have been lucky to be a part of the Admires' lives for many years, and I thank God everyday that I have such wonderful people in my life. I know that he will be missed but that he is looking down at his family and he is proud of his children and grandchildren. I didn't have the opportunity to know him very personally, but I know he was a wonderful man and that his family truly loved him. God bless this family and my thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you. Cindi, Court, Randy and Cody, I love you all very much.

BEVERLY ROSE

November 23, 2005

MY DEEPEST AND HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO THE ENTIRE ADMIRE AND ARNOLD FAMILY. JIMMY WAS ONE OF MY FAVORITE BOSSES AND HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY OF US, JANINE STASS EMMANUEL AND HER FAMILY SEND THE SAME. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.MUCH LOVE.

Scott Burkhalter

November 23, 2005

Joyce our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Scott & Vickie Burkhalter

Lisa, Daren, Whitney and Brooke Daugherty

November 23, 2005

Leann, Joyce, Johnny and Randy, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you for the loss of such a true "family man". Just know O'Dad will be looking down on you all with a huge smile - take care and God Bless.

Janine Staas-Emanuel

November 22, 2005

Words will never be able to express how much Jimmy Admire ment to me. I worked for him for years at Miller Brewing and General Motors. He was more than an excellent boss who's teachings helped me get where I am today, he was my friend. My heart goes out to his family and friends. I can't help but feel that my life has been the better for knowing Jimmy and his entire family. I also can smile right now knowing that heaven, is alittle sweeter. God Bless You Jimmy. Your friend always....Janine

Troy Ashcraft

November 22, 2005

Joyce and family

It is truly sad to hear about Jims passing.

It was a priveledge and pleasure to have been assoiciated with him all those years at General Engineering.

With our love and sympathy,

Troy and Hazel Ashcraft

Cindy Gunn-Gaudet

November 22, 2005

To the Admire family: I'm so sorry about the loss of Jimmy. He was so very sweet and will be greatly missed. Your family will be in our prayers.

Brit Rogers

November 22, 2005

Leann and family,

We are so sorry for the loss of your father. It is never easy to lose a loved one. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.

Brit and Liz Rogers

David (Crewcut) Burkhalter

November 21, 2005

Joyce and Family,

We're so sorry to hear about Jimmy. I remember the many good times spent in Azle with Randy and Jimmy. He will be greatly missed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Love,

Dave and Diana Burkhalter and Family

Darryl Burkhalter

November 21, 2005

Although I was not around alot, there is ALOT of Love within our families

Lafon Eager

November 21, 2005

Randy and the Admire family: There are no words or expressions that can adequately fill the void of a loved ones passing. We grieve, we struggle, we remember and go on loving those who have passed on and each other. May God's love and strength be with you always.

Love, Lafon Eager (Retta's mom)

SLOCOMB VERNON

November 21, 2005

Donna so sorry to read about Jimmy in todays obits it is tuff to lose someone so close and I do remember Jimmy eventho he was older than me...Vernon

Retta & Lee Gilley

November 20, 2005

Dear Joyce, Randy, Johnny, Leann, Cody & all the family:

"The best & most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart. Jimmy touched both of our hearts in so many ways! Our deepest sympathy is sent to each of you.

We Love You,

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