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James Leggett Obituary
LEGGETT, James E. Jr., 57, a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, of Canton, N.C., formerly of Tampa, passed away May 10, 2011. He was preceded in death by his father, James Sr.; and sister, Cathy Grunow. James is survived by his loving wife, Melinda Smith; mother, Helen; brothers, Jack and Jeff Leggett; sister, Stephanie Grunow; niece, Shelley; and nephews, Joshua, Justin and Charles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society.
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Sue Heyen
June 3, 2011
I worked with Jim in the Purchasing group at Critikon. He took me under his wing and mentored me, even after he moved to North Carolina. We kept in touch for a few years, but eventually lost contact. I will always miss Jim's laughter and advice.
Beata Abbs
June 3, 2011
I was sorry to hear about Jim's untimely passing. I will always remember him as a trusted, talented colleague. He was a guy with many interests who really embraced life. I will miss his him. My thoughts are with you, Melinda.
Kathy Howard Adkins
June 2, 2011
Gee wiz, I was saddened to read about Jim's passing in the local paper. I will admitt now, Melinda,I did have a crush on Jim. He was a really smart man and I sure learned alot from him. After speaking with another Ex-co-worker, we decided to have a "social event" July 24th at Carrabba's 5pm 700 North Dale Mabry. Life can be cut short. Keep in touch with friends. Melinda, sounds like you had 25 wonderful years together.
Bill Collins
June 2, 2011
I first met Jim at USF where we were both served as officers of Tau Beta Pi, the National Engineering Honor Society. After college I lost track of Jim when we went our separate ways, but had the good fortunate of working with him later on at Critikon. We spent a lot of great days together on the golf course where Jim was a much better golfer than I. We lost contact again after I left Critikon and thought of him often. I'm saddened to hear of his passing, I will continue to remember him fondly....Bill Collns
Hope Sayre
June 2, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Jim. I worked with him for many years. He was a kind, intelligent, funny and very caring man. Hope Sayre
Jeff Stevens
May 31, 2011
I worked with Jim for over 10 years at Critikon. He was always one to think outside the box and give encouragement. I lost touch when he moved to NC but wanted you to know that many people he touched will miss him dearly.
Carol Long
May 31, 2011
Both myself and husband Bob worked with Jim, we are very sorry to hear of his death.
Our condolences and prayers are with you.
Carol & Bob Long
Robert & Laberta Miskiel
May 31, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of this sad news. Jim was such a pleasent person to work with. As we knew jim from Critikon, but were also friends outside of the work place. Our hearts and prayers go out to Melinda and family. God Bless you!
Norma Grecco
May 31, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear about Jim, we worked together for many years at Critikon. He was a great person.
He got me interstead in the Tampa Bay Gem Club.He was a very smart man & fun to be around.
He will never be forgotten. Our prayers are with you Melinda & your family.
Love,
Norma Jean(Hegarty)Grecco
Ruth Jensen
May 31, 2011
I so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Jim did some gem work for me and I found him so interesting. My prayers are with his family Love
Mary Lindhart
May 30, 2011
I am very very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I worked with Jim and Melinda at Critikon for many years and dearly loved both of them. Jim was one smart and funny guy. It's so sad when you hear of people you thought so much of passing away. Melinda and Family please know my prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love,
Critikon coworkers
May 19, 2011
Jim will be remembered by many friends and coworkers that used to work with him at Critikon in Tampa. Our hearts, prayers and wishes for peace go out to his family.
May 13, 2011
Susie (Russell)Duynslager, Clinton Twp. MI
May 13, 2011
I was very sorry to read about Jim's death. I am a cousin of Jim's from Mt. Clemens, MI and had exchanged emails with him in Oct.2009, after Bob Leggett found him on the internet. As a child, I would go with Grandma Leggett to visit Jim and his brothers, sisters, and Mom. Then, Jim and I became close the summer before he started college and we wrote to each other several times that first year he attended college. I, along with all the Leggett family, hope to re-unite with Jim's family. There are 3 Aunts and several cousins that long to get information about this family we lost so long ago. Please contact me via email [email protected].
Bob Leggett
May 12, 2011
It was sad to hear of Jim's passing. Jim was my long lost cousin from Mt. Clemens, Michigan. We lost touch 50 years ago. I found him on the internet two or three years ago, but was never able to meet up with him in person. I hope his family will contact me and possibly re-unite with the rest of the Leggett family. We always have a big reunion in August. Maybe Jim's family will attend. [email protected]
Sharon Cardona
May 12, 2011
Jim was a great friend and co-worker. Hie is already missed. He always had a smile and an encouraging word for me and that was really appreciated.
Virginia M
May 11, 2011
Jim was a wonderful man and great coworker. I was able to learn a lot from him in the short time we worked together, and will miss him.
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