James BOOKS Obituary

BOOKS, James Arthur

of Spring Hill, passed away Oct. 9, 2017. Beloved Husband, Dad, Sgt. Married 40 years to wife, Bonnie; and survived by sons, Michael, Barry, J.J., Matthew and Chris. Honorably served as a St. Petersburg Police officer for 30 years. Before that, the US Army. Jim frequented his church and his doctor. Though he only took the advice from one of the two. He loved Reeses, Bonnie, and Fox news but not in that order. He adored his grandchildren and will be greatly missed in their lives.

Published by Tampa Bay Times on Oct. 15, 2017.
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In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Kevin Mowrer

November 11, 2017

Bonnie and family, Jim was my very first Sgt. I had the pleasure of working for him a few more times in my career. He was caring, giving, and very funny. My condolences to the Books family. May God guide you through your time of sorrow.

Nicole Van Peer

October 16, 2017

So sorry to here of your loss Bonnie. You and Jim were great officers and a wonderful pair. Reflect on your great life you had with Jim and the department while our prayers go out to you and your family.
God Bless.

George Gachel Madisonville

October 16, 2017

Bonnie and Family, I am so sorry to hear Jim has transitioned. I had no idea he was ill. My family and I extend our heartfelt sympathy and will keep all of you in our prayers. I am honored to have worked with him and have fond memories of our time together. I can so vividly remember the stories related to his bass fishing and "Matt the Bratt". Jim was an awesome police officer, sergeant and trainer. So many owe their knowledge and skills to Jim's guiding hand, patience and mentoring. Like Bonnie, I was a member of the class of 42. Bonnie was fortunate to draw Jim as an FTO and life mate. He will be missed.

Goliath J. Davis, III

Coworker

October 16, 2017

To Bonnie and the entire Books family,please accept our condolences in your time of loss.Jim was a great guy,a great officer and sergeant.May he rest in peace.

Jane and Ed Bannigan

Ed Bannigan

Coworker

October 16, 2017

We are so sorry to hear about Jim. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bonnie and your family.

Bill & Bonnie Sanders

October 15, 2017

To the Books Family:
I was sorry to hear of your loss, may God continue to comfort each of you as you travel this new journey. God bless each of you.

Jeanette Bright

Coworker

October 15, 2017

Jim was an awesome leader and husband! He will be truly missed by all who knew him. God Bless You, Jim. You are now in His Arms!

Mark Boothe

Coworker

October 15, 2017

Was so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I have such good memories of him at SPPD. Please know you & your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cande Keller

October 15, 2017

Praying for the whole family for peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.

Jim Dressback

Friend

October 15, 2017

Bonnie,
I first meet Jim when I was still in the academy and he had the unpleasant task of a ride-along. Several years later I had the honor of working alongside Jim in SOS. You always knew where you stood with him and what he thought of a situation. The best thing to happen to him was meeting and marrying Bonnie. I feel extremely blessed to have worked and known Jim.
Bill Gabler

Bill Gabler

October 15, 2017

Bonnie, Jim gave me the best training available and motivated me to keep moving forward. Always a friendly smile. Praying for you amd your family.

Randy Morton

October 15, 2017

Bonnie,
It was an honor and pleasure to have served with both of you at SPPD.Thoughts of you and family during this time of sorrow.God bless my friend.CJ

Wendell Creager

October 15, 2017

Matthew Books

October 15, 2017

Dad's funeral will be Friday the 20th at Brewer and Sons Funeral Home from 10-11am at 280 Mariner Blvd, Spring Hill, FL 34609 We will then move to the burial site at Florida National Cemetery for his military burial honors at 1pm. If you knew him we would be honored to have you in attendance.

Matt Books

October 15, 2017

Bonnie, I will never forget the times with Jim in SOS. God be with you and all the family.

Jim & Heather Brady

October 15, 2017

Our hearts go out you and family.
David & Becky Sackreiter

October 15, 2017

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Mike Henderson

October 15, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

tom foster

October 15, 2017

We will all miss Jim. We laughed and cried together thru good times and bad.

Thomas Newsom

October 15, 2017

Very sorry to wake up to this announcement...Jim was a good cop in all ways....many fine memories of him....my sincere condolences to your family

jeff winland

October 15, 2017

Bonnie and family,
Please accept my condolences in Jim's death. He was in my academy class and served honorably as a public servant in St. Petersburg.

Bill Braun

October 15, 2017

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