James Alan Sheffield
James Alan Sheffield
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This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Michael Bergman
December 17, 2024
Love you Jim motorcycle buddy ❤
Melissa Moore
August 29, 2008
Hi Jimmy, I just lost my aunt and grandma, boy, life really changes! Just thinking of you. and missing you! Trying to hold friends close and to appreciate them a little more. You made me realize how precious our time is here and just how short. Like a blink of an eye. Just know how loved you are!!!
friends forever, Missy Carlson
Lori Alama
January 3, 2008
Hi Jimmy,
Another year has come and gone. I keep thinking how much things have changed since back in the day - as they should - and how some things are still so much the same.
I hope all your family is well and your friends, the best of everything.
Ill be back again soon, friend.
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Lori Alama
November 22, 2007
Happy Turkey Day, Jimmy!
Lori Alama
October 31, 2007
Happy Halloween, Jimmy!
Kelly Johnson
October 18, 2007
Hello Jimmy I just wanted to let you know that you are thought of.
Lori Alama
October 5, 2007
Hi Jimmy,
Well, its a small world...In between everything going on, something good came out of this, I believe. I was emailing a close cousin of mine recently and I realized she had been in touch with one of our friends from back in the day, Rick and Lisa Gulbranson! Apparently, my cousins son and their son play together pretty frequently and I never even knew they all knew each other, lol!
So, there are people that came together partly because of your passing, Jimmy. Thank you!
We miss and love you...
Dawn Richter
September 30, 2007
Dear Donald (Jr.) and Family,
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers as you have to endure yet another unimagionable loss.
With Love,
Dawn & Jeff Richter
& Karen Anderson
Richard and Lisa Gulbranson and Family
September 27, 2007
Dear Jimmy, family and friends,
Sit down, buckle up, and hold on!!
Jimmy was a man that has been on many adventures, and he has had each and every one of us along for the ride of our lives at one time or another!
Jimmy was a good man, and was never at a loss for words. His sense of humor made us laugh and his practictal jokes kept us on our toes!
Jimmy had a heart of gold and touched more hearts and souls than he could ever imagine. He came in and out of our lives, and now he has us on another adventure.
Jimmy, we hope your soul is finally at peace. Until again we meet my friend see you at the crossroads.
Thank you for all the fond memories, you will never be forgotten, my friend.
Jaison Johnson
September 27, 2007
My prayers go out to the Sheffield family. Jimmy was like the bro I never had. I know he is finally at peace, with the Lord looking over him.
Jimmy, Do you Remember this?! Missy C& Christopher& Lori's boy, Justin
September 27, 2007
Missy C,Kelly J,Holly V,Lori A. we will miss you Jimmy!
September 27, 2007
Kelly Johnson
September 27, 2007
Well I am a loss for words. I was very shocked to hear that Jimmy was gone. I know he will be missed by MANY! All the memories I have with Jimmy & Donald, we had some good times back in the day! Donald if there is anything I can do please call me. I am not going to be able to make it to the service, but my thoughts & prayers are with you.
Lori Alama
September 26, 2007
The Sheffield Family,
I was just getting ready to enter Jr. High when Jeff (one of my closest friends in elementary school at Agassiz), passed away. I remember then how much of a shock it was to know that I would not be going my first year to Jr. High without Jeff. He would tease me in elementary but it was always in fun...6th grader stuff. Over the years I got to know Donald and then Jimmy, better. I still remember going over to your house with Missy Carlson and just hanging out with Donald and/or Jimmy and, them coming to mine to do the same. (My mom STILL remembers you calling her "mom" Donald, and has nothing but fond memories of you and Jimmy).
I woke up this past Sunday morning to read in the paper that Jimmy had passed away. Needless to say, I was (am) in shock. I called Kelly Johnson and let her know and Im sure she will be leaving an entry here soon, too.
I know times are more than painful right now for your family - and the loss of a child - a brother - a friend - is one of the greatest crosses to bear when it feels they were taken too soon. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
And Donald...hang in there. We love ya out here, sweetie :)
Please feel free to contact me (anyone), if you'd like.
Take Care!
Joseph Kolhoff
September 26, 2007
Nothing bad to say. Jim was like a big brother to me I always respected him and some how he had the same respect for me. I will miss Jim VERY MUCH, just knowing he is not here to watch my back is very dishearting. I do not know what else to say but, a good friend was lost to alot of people.
Rochelle Cavness
September 26, 2007
To the family of Jimmy,
I'm sad to hear of the loss of Jimmy. He will be greatly missed by many. He was a great friend of ours. Although not related I feel he was a brother to me. We spent alot of time together over the years and have done alot of crazy things. I wish I would have gotten to see him one last time. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you through these hard times. And knowing Jimmy is with his brother i find comfort in that, because we know he truly missed him. He'll always be with us no matter what watching over us now.
Love,
Rochelle, Donnie, & Family
Missy Carlson
September 25, 2007
Sandy, Donald, & Family,
I am sooo sorry for your loss! I am in shock. Lori Alama Just called with the news, He will be missed greatly! my heart goes out to the whole family! Donald, I hope you are ok.
Love,
Missy Carlson
Tracy & Morris Beard
September 25, 2007
Dear Wendy and family,
May God's love embrace you and give you peace at this time.
Our prayers are with you.
Melissa Orozco
September 24, 2007
Dear Laura and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Beverly MacRae
September 24, 2007
Nadeska ~
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Jim's Family in this terrible time.
Bev MacRae and your friends at Byerly's Edina
Brian, Tamye, and Rick
September 24, 2007
J.J., Chad, Brian, and Rick reminiscing
September 24, 2007
Chad Gulbranson, Brian Valentine, & Rick Gulbranson
September 24, 2007
Bonnie Gulbranson
September 23, 2007
To the Sheffield Family,
Our sincere sympathy in your loss of Jimmy.
I will always remember Jim as the kid who always came to our house on Friday night with a paper bag full of clothes and he would spend the week-end with our family...just another one of the kids. He was always respectful and we enjoyed him a lot. He would stop in for a visit every now and then after he grew up and we were always happy to hear from him.
I pray that his soul is finally at peace.
God be with you and your family through this tryng time. Rember the good times and the laughter you shared.
If there is anything we can do, please let us know.
cindy esteban
September 23, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Jimmy! Please be at peace to know he is with our heavenly father. Please let me know if I can do anything for anyone! Peace and love to you all. Cindy (Creasy) Esteban
Jim and Tamye expecting
September 23, 2007
Jim and James at graduation party
Deb Davey
September 23, 2007
Sandy and Donald:
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. My thoughts are with you as well as the grandchildren that we share, James and Brianna.
James and Brianna
September 23, 2007
Brianna Sheffield
September 23, 2007
Laura, Nadeska, Brianna, Kayla, and Sandy..
September 23, 2007
James Jeffrey Sheffield
September 23, 2007
Brianna Elizabeth Sheffield(1st day aas a senior) and her little brother Zack
September 23, 2007
Your Family
September 23, 2007
Jim, James, and Chris 6/2006
Tamye Rollins
September 23, 2007
Jim~
Life is a drama/love story in the making. A tragedy at times, and you had your share of those.
Never regret anything you have done with a sincere affection.......because now there exists 2 wonderful people in this world(J.J. and Bri).......
~The good ~The bad
It’s what life is all about, and the world is forever going to be different without you in it.
I know your with your brother, and I hope and pray you have finally found some peace....
Love,
Tamye
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