JAMES DISSINGER Obituary

"JIMMY" James Michael "Jimmy" Dissinger, age 21 of Suwanee, died January 1, 2011. A Memorial Mass will be said 11:00 AM Friday January 7, 2011 at the Catholic Church of St. Monica with Father Jack Durkin serving as Celebrant. Jimmy was born in Grosse Pointe, MI, but grew up in California, Arkansas, SW Michigan and Georgia. He was an honors graduate from North Gwinnett High School, and was currently attending Georgia Gwinnett College. His passions in life included playing golf and attending and watching his beloved Michigan State Spartan athletic teams. He is survived by his parents, Mike and Sue Dissinger, sisters Lori Dissinger, Kendra (Brian) Watson, Amanda (Vince) Baxter, April (Mike) Friestad, brothers Tommy (Sue) Dissinger, Michael Dissinger, Donny Dissinger, Ben Dissinger, grandparents Margaret Sophiea, John Bufka and Barbara Simon. In addition to this immediate family Jimmy is survived by an Uncle Tom (Sheila) Sophiea, Aunts Bethany (Bob) Parth, Theresa (Charlie) McDonald, Michelle Curtis, Tricia Sophiea, Sara (Kurt) Gardinier and Linda (Roger) Jones. Jimmy was blessed with the love and admiration of many cousins, nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Catholic Church of St. Monica Youth Program in memory of Jimmy Dissinger. Arrangements by Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory Duluth Chapel 770-476-2535.

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Published by Gwinnett Daily Post on Jan. 6, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for JAMES DISSINGER

14 Entries

Constantine and Karen Demos

January 7, 2011

Sue and Mike,
I am so sad at learning the news of your son Jimmy. A tragedy that no parent could ever imagine unless they go through it. Karen and I pray for you, Sue and your family. You have wonderful memories of your son and in the end, what we all have is memories of our loved ones. Please accept our deepest condolences and may God rest his soul.

January 7, 2011

Amanda, so sorry to hear about your brother. Our prayers are with you.
Jake & Audrey Culver

Kim Sipress

January 7, 2011

Dear Sue,
I can't imagine what you must going through and I'm not really sure what to say but I want you to know you & your family are in my prayers.

January 7, 2011

Heard just a few minutes ago of your loss. Mrs. Wacker, 10th grade English taught Wordsworth's SPLENDOUR IN THE GRASS and the words have always remained with me, "--we will grieve not, rather find strength in what remains behind."

Life does not prepare us for the death of a child so hopefully your memories will assist you through these difficult times.

You are, and will remain in our thoughts.

Martin & Linda Makel

Reneau Howard

January 7, 2011

Sue and family... I am so sorry for your loss of precious Jimmy. There are really no words other than I am so sorry and here if you need anything. You are so loved... know that the love will get you through. Sending gentle hugs.

Lee Kurtz

January 6, 2011

I taught Jimmy last semester in Biology 1101 at Georgia Gwinnett College. I enjoyed having him in class. I will miss seeing him on campus. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this very difficult time.

Reneau Howard

January 6, 2011

Sue and family, I am so sorry for your loss of sweet precious Jimmy. Know you are in my thoughts and my heart is broken for you. I will share a poem that was shared with me and I cherish it:

To die one’s self is a thing that must be easy,
And light of consequence;

But to lose a part of one’s self –
Well we know how deep that pang goes,

We who have suffered that disaster,
Received that wound which cannot heal….

It is one of the mysteries of our nature that a man,
All unprepared can receive a thunder-stroke like that and live.

It will take mind and memory months
And possibly years
To gather together the details
And thus learn and know the whole extent of the loss.

-Mark Twain, 1888, on the death of his daughter Suzy Clemens

Sending you love and gentle hugs from Knoxville....

Sheryl Wallace

January 6, 2011

Justin Wallace, my son, shared a friendhsip with Jimmy. Justin is deployed in the sea of the Middle East at this time. He learned of the tragic news yesterday and he is very very sad. As his mother and in honor of their friendship I will be attending the funeral. I am so sorry for all the family and friends that are grieving such a loss.

Rhonda Fisher

January 6, 2011

Dear Sue,
So very sorry to hear of your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers. You are a special person in my heart and the hearts of many others. My God comfort you and your family during this time.

Kathleen VerSnyder

January 6, 2011

Our hearts and prayers are with all of you. <3

Angela Howland-Tyler

January 6, 2011

We are very saddened to hear this news, Jimmy was a great kid and he will be missed by many people.

Tracy McConomy

January 6, 2011

I'm so sorry for your loss. May God give you strength to handle such a tragedy and find peace! Love and prayers to you all!

Melodie & Mark Davis

January 5, 2011

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