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for JAMES BOND
Janet Hoffberg
May 5, 2012
I knew Jimmy during the Kansas State University days. I will always remember him being very unique but kind and caring. Loved his art and really never knew him as a musician. I will always remember our time together with all of our friends talking about art. I am very sad to have learned of his death, but I know he is still rocking on!
Janet Williams Willier Hoffberg
Eric Stein
March 10, 2012
It's been one year now. Rest in peace, brother. You are always in my prayers.
Christina Rose
June 30, 2011
To Jimmy's family, my sincere sympathies and prayers are with you. I met Jimmy when I was 18. The moment I heard him I fell in love with him. His simple smile and that voice could brighten up anyone. Wish I could have known he was sick, but I know he's in a better place now. I will always remember Jimmy fondly with alot of love and respect. I truly miss you Jimmy.....
Henry Daries
April 20, 2011
To Jimmy's family - my deepest sympathies. I met Jimmy in 1981 and we spent a lot of time chatting as I was an immigrant from Cape Town South Africa. Having travelled a bit Jimmy was always interested in my stories. What a talent. I remember telling Jimmy at one concert that he did some of the Beatles songs better than the Beatles themselves! What a wonderful soul. I had not spoken to Jimmy in many years but have fond memories. RIP brother...
Henry Daries
Terri Sowers
April 1, 2011
You were such a kind , gentle and talented man. Your smile brightened my day, you will be greatly missed.
Larry Stocker
March 28, 2011
When I think of you Jimmy - first and foremost - I think of your beaming smile. Always shining brightly. I'll always remember you. I wish I could have hugged you and shaken your hand one more time.
Love and respect...
Larry Stocker
Jack Spencer
March 20, 2011
Remembering Jimmy, and the nights at One Block West. May God keep you always.
Marc Laney
March 19, 2011
Well Jimmy, today's the day. I've thought of you constantly since the 10th. I've thought of all the joy you brought to me and thousands of other music lovers across the Midwest by simply singing a song, and I wanted to say thanks.
I can't remember exactly when or where I first heard you but it had to be at the Block during the mid 70's. To walk into a local club and see and hear someone with your talent was indescribably wonderful, especially if you were a musician.
In a world filled with hyperbole, to call you great seems a little understated. But you were great, as great as i've ever seen anywhere. Any venue-One Block West, the Windjammer, the Pladium, Brothers, the Lone Star, Arrowhead Stadium, Sandstone, Cowtown Ballroom, Memorial Hall, Anywhere.
So farewell Jimmy, and thanks for the memories. I was there and I got to witness greatness firsthand. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends.
Charlie Glasgow
March 19, 2011
I met Jimmy while playing on the Kansas City circuit back around 1980 and found that we had so much in common. Such a soulful singer with the voice of an angel and a spirit to match. I was lucky enough to sit in with Plain Jane whenever I was lucky enough to cross paths and will forever cherish those wonderful memories. I'm sure that they are lining up in heaven to hear this newest arrival... love ya brother.
John Livingson
March 19, 2011
I remember you well, Jimmy, from my days at the Windjammer. You were a friend and a great talent and a gracious gentleman. You and Rick and Jeff and Steve, and Randy - you were the best that we ever had in those days. Thank you for all you were, and all you gave us.
Greg Hartline
March 18, 2011
Goodbye my friend. So sad to say goodbye. I will always remember you as a tremendous talent and a uniquely fun and always engaging personality. You gave so much to the world. We will all miss you.
Randy Mathews
March 18, 2011
The five years I spent working with Jim and the rest of the guys in Plain Jane provided me with some of my most cherished lifelong memories. While the news of Jim's passing was heartbreaking, it has been a joy to reconnect with Steve, Jeff, Rick, Ron and Scott over the past week. We have shared many favorite Plain Jane stories via phone and e-mail. I know Jim would have had a ball reliving each and every one of them with us. Beyond Jim's incredible talent, passion and creativity, he was among the most humble, loyal, charming and compassionate people I have ever known. His spirit will continue to live on within all those who were fortunate enough to know him.
Ron Hall
March 18, 2011
I had the privilege of growing up with Jim in Osage City and watched his artistic and musical abilities blossom throughout our school years. Later I was in several bands with him from The Imperials to Plain Jane. He was one of the most unpretentious, funny, talented, and gregarious people I have ever known. The memories created with Jim and others during our musical years will last a lifetime. I'm sorry you left us so soon, but will cherish the good moments...and there were many. Tom and Becky, you are in my thoughts and prayers as we remember Jim's life and all that he gave us.
Steve Gibson
March 18, 2011
Jim was one of the coolest men I've ever had the chance to work with...Playing, entertaining, colaborating with him & the other guys in Plain Jane will forever be one of my deepest treasures in this world!
I pray Jim's got more musical instruments, audio gear, painting & drawing gear to create his fantastic art for our Creator & the folks in the next dimension. And when it's my turn, I hope I get to sample some of it...
My sincere condolences go to Tom & Becky!
Barb (McCray) Domke
March 18, 2011
Plane Jane and Liverpool played at my brother's holiday party every year, and they were always a blast. Favorite Jimmy story - one year I asked for a set of songs by dead musicians and Jimmy was all over it. Dude even did a Patsy Cline song and nailed it! So talented, fun-loving and kind, Jimmy will be missed. Enjoy your "Garden Party," Jimmy.
Rori Matters Stoller
March 18, 2011
Jimmy was one of the nicest people, genuinely, that I have ever met. I have fond memories of him from the his time with Plain Jane & the beginnings of Liverpool. My sincerest condolences to his family.
Tom Hartnett, II
March 17, 2011
It was my great pleasure and honor to have known Jimmy from the days of One Block West, starting in 1978. I was overwhelmed with the amount of talent the man had, and during my college years at Penn Valley Community College I made every attempt to get Plain Jane's music on the college radio station. Several years passed until 1990 when I took on the job of assisting Liverpool as their guitar tech and stage manager. Jimmy took the band artistically to levels that seemed unattainable. Certain renditions of Jimmy singing "Let It Be", "The Long and Winding Road", and "Yesterday" still fill me with great emotion and pride when I think about him. Jimmy will always have a place in my heart for what his talent brought to me as a co-worker, the entire Liverpool brotherhood, as well as the tens of thousands of fans that got to hear him play and sing over the years. My condolences go out to Jimmy's family.
Fulton Calvery
March 17, 2011
With Deep Sympathy...
When I think of Jimmy Bond I think of his smile, his laugh, his sense of humor, his great voice, The Plain Jane Beatles Medley, The first time I heard him sing Todd Rundgren. He inspired many Kansas musicians...
March 16, 2011
Had so much fun with you in college. Great art and great music. We all rocked on Ron's Masters song at K-State. See you in the next phase.
Rick Busenbark
Kathy/Cathy Mehrer/Nelson
March 16, 2011
Jimmy, you will never be forgotten by "the Kathys"! You entertained us for many years and we will hold those memories forever.
Kelley Hunt
March 16, 2011
I'm so grateful I had a chance to reconnect with Jimmy this past NYE in Lawrence, hug him, tell him thank you for all the years of incredible music & friendship and see that smile in his eyes one more time.
Several years ago he played drums and sang some background vocals on the Kinetics album in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, and we had such a great time working in the studio and hanging out. I've had so many good times listening to him play and laughing with him, as have so many of us.
There truly will never be another one like Jimmy. He is deeply appreciated, sorely missed and loved.
ROB SHELLEY
March 16, 2011
Each and every time I saw Jimmy it was an event! His band Plain Jane stood out as an excellent example of great entertainment at the local clubs..led by his smoke tinged vocals. It was always a treat to share road stories with him. I have missed his singing for years since my work took me from Kansas and always hoped to hear him again. Jimmie RIP.
Julie Rehm
March 16, 2011
Plain Jane was my all-time favorite band that played at One Block West. Jimmy's musical talent and stage presence were huge. He also was amazing as Paul in Liverpool. If Jimmy enjoyed making music as much as we enjoyed hearing it, then he had a wonderful life. Deepest condolences to his family and friends.
March 16, 2011
I remember Jimmy from the Plain Jane years. He was so unique and very talented. He was admired by everyone he worked with. My condolences to his family. Joyce Taylor Dugger
Eric Stein
March 16, 2011
My heart has been filled with such extreme sorrow since hearing of the passing of our dear friend Jimmy Bond. What an amazing, rare, talent. He was so kind, personable, and humble. Not a pretentious bone in his body. This is such an enormous loss. My heartfelt condolences are offered to his family and friends.
My brother Ray (Raphael) and I played with Jimmy along with Owen Evans and Ron Hall in Plain Jane Version One from the fall of 1970 thru the fall of 1972. We shared the first floor apartment at 818 Bluemont in Manhattan, KS with Jimmy and Ron. I have countless good memories of those times.
Ray and I saw Jimmy a few years ago in Santa Monica, CA on his way to Australia with his family. We spent several hours together. It was great to see him again. I have many photos & videos of that event which I will treasure for the rest of my life.
During the time of the Plain Jane induction into the Kansas Music Hall of Fame in March of 2010, we reconnected with Jimmy and spoke often on the phone.
I would like to say something to Jimmy directly. I’d like to think he can hear me:
My dear Jimmy,
We miss you very much, my friend and artistic brother. May the Lord Jesus guide you to heaven where you can sing for God.
Amen
Randall Miller
March 16, 2011
RIP Jimmy. You will be missed. An amazing talent....Thoughts and prayers for Jimmy's family.
Janet (Kramer) Bosworth
March 16, 2011
Tom & Family, So sorry for the lose of Jim hope memories will help you cope with your sadness.
Janet (Kramer) Bosworth
Becka Guffey
March 16, 2011
I knew Jimmy thru mutual friends and my husband (who was also a muscian based out of Kansas City.) Jimmy was a sweet guy with a great sense of humor and so very, very talented. He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
March 15, 2011
Jimmy, your legacy will forever be an eternal flame. Thanks for the memories! God Bless You.
Ian and Heather, Lee's Summit, MO
Janet Jameson
March 15, 2011
Jimmy was a musician's musician. His talent and creativity were exceptional and held in the highest regard by all that had the pleasure to hear him play, sing or see his artwork. Always upbeat, smiling and a friend to everyone, a friend that will be dearly missed. My sincere condolences to family, may he rest in peace.
Merilee (Thompson) Larson
March 15, 2011
Jim was gracious enough to be my date to my Jr Prom, when he was a freshman, because I needed one. He was always fun to be with throughout high school. His music was his life then, and from what I have read, has continued to be throught his lifetime. I wish his family the kind of peace that he gave to so many others through music and friendship.
Lanny Coil
March 15, 2011
My condolences to the family as well as all of his friends. His artistic and musical contribution will be missed.
Lisa Morrissey
March 15, 2011
RIP Jimmy
Dianna Smith
March 15, 2011
Jimmy, had music in his soul. His singing was amazing and made each of his performances unforgettable. Thank you for sharing you talents with us.
Carol Rosetta Williams
March 15, 2011
No one ever really dies as long as they took the time to leave us with fond memories. ~Chris Sorensen
I knew Jim growing up and have many fond memories. A gentle soul he will be missed.
To his family, may God heal you in this time of sorrow.
Greg Stephenson
March 15, 2011
Jimmy was an extraordinarily talented musician, wonderful man and a great friend who touched so many. What a terrible loss. Gone but will never be forgotten my friend...My condolences and prayers go out to his family, may he rest in peace
Mike Billion
March 15, 2011
Jimmy was in, alot of people will say their favorite band at One Block West in Kansas City Kansas where I worked. what a great musicianwe have all lost. Best wishes to his family. Go impress them Jimmy, turtle.
Lisa Cordill
March 15, 2011
Jimmy entertained us for many years. Tod and I are very grateful to have known him. With love and sadness, Lisa
March 15, 2011
Jimmy was sweet and talented,he will be missed.
Janet (Carpenter) Scheer-Moskowitz
March 15, 2011
Farewell Jimmy, What an inspiration you were to me and many other musicians. Your talent was rediculous! You will be missed.
Lewis Spring, Topeka,Ks
DeeDee Bender Gaston
March 15, 2011
To the family of Jimmy Bond,
It was with great sadness to learn of Jimmy's passing. May you endure comfort to know that he was so dearly loved by so many. Jimmy's many talents have given all of his dear friend's precious memories we'll hold close to our hearts. May he rest in eternal peace.
With deepest heartfelt sympathy,
DeeDee Bender Gaston
March 15, 2011
To the family of Jimmy Bond,
It was with great sadness to learn of Jimmy's passing. May you endure comfort to know that he was so dearly loved by so many. Jimmy's many talents have given all of his dear friend's precious memories we'll hold close to our hearts. May he rest in eternal peace.
With deepest heartfelt sympathy,
DeeDee Bender Gaston
Gretchen McIntyre
March 15, 2011
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."
- Maya Angelou
Jimmy was talented, funny, kind and will be missed by many. My sincere condolences go are sent to his family.
Bobby Lightner
March 15, 2011
God Calls another Player For the band upstairs. You will be greatly missed Prayers to the family and musician s that miss you already
Gos Bless ya Jimmy
Guido Welsh
March 15, 2011
So long to one of the best singers I ever heard.
Hopefully you have found peace, Jimmy.
My thoughts and condolences go out to Jimmy's family.
Cary and Nancy Bowlin
March 15, 2011
Farwell James(Jim)Bond,
A person with so many talents, you will be missed and may you rest in peace in the house of the Lord forever. Our prayers go out to your family, God Bless you all.
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