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Jim Harrison
1937 - 2016
Jim Harrison
1937 - 2016
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BORN
1937
DIED
2016
Jim Harrison Obituary
Spokeswoman Deb Seager of Grove Atlantic, Harrison's publisher, told The Associated Press that Harrison died Saturday at his home in Patagonia, Arizona. She did not know the cause of death.
“Legends of the Fall” was published in 1979. The book tells the story of a father and his three sons who live in the northern Rocky Mountains during World War I. The story follows them through a 50-year period. The book was turned into a movie starring Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, and Aidan Quinn.
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Harrison later wrote screenplays for Hollywood films including “Revenge,” which starred Kevin Costner, and “Wolf,” which starred Jack Nicholson.
He also wrote articles for many magazines including Esquire and Rolling Stone.
55 Entries
Mik
April 23, 2023
Jim
Thank you for your books of life traveled. My life is better having read them and living at the same time you did through out the 60s, 70s and on through the turn of the century. You are missed. RIP
B
November 20, 2020
My world is a smaller place for your passing, Jim. Thank you for so many hours.
armandino batali
October 22, 2016
What a incredible mind and person. The world is so much better because and with him
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The Rainmaker
August 9, 2016
Your spirit will be in many places jim harrison...and with me whilst i am alive. The Rainmaker.
Lance Craighead
May 12, 2016
Rest in Peace, Jim. I'm still working my way through your books. You'll live on forever through them.
Lance Craighead
Karen Avakian
April 7, 2016
Some of us referred to you as our favorite one-eyed Irishman. That was for the combination of a protean intellect and extremely creative sense of humor. May the crow fly!
Renee Beaver-Stocking
April 6, 2016
The village of Grand Marais will always have wonderful memories of "Jimmy". A real character that we all loved. May we meet again someday.
Dennis Wilkinson
April 2, 2016
I read all his books, even wrote poetry in his style but of course I was never as good as him. I once went with a woman named Rhonda Harrison, related or not, I never knew.
I will miss him and would hope to run into him someday, up there.
April 1, 2016
Rest in Peace, Brown Dog. You were my favorite. You even changed me for the better.
April 1, 2016
May you remember the joy and inspiration he gave to others. God keeps those who pass on in his memory because they are precious to him. Psalms 116:15. Annie C. Ga.
Rod
March 31, 2016
My condolonces to the Harrison family. While no joy exist in losing a loved one, when faced with difficult times like this. I find the words of Psalm 121 to be most comforting.
Susan
March 31, 2016
Introduced to Jim Harrison's novellas in the early 70's by a most memorable man from Austin. For me, these two men have been connected ever since, and I have continued reading most everything Jim wrote, and will always be in love with Jim Harrison, his stories, poems and imagery. Jim showed us how to find the bear within, how to appreciate pets and the nature around us, and simply how to enjoy our own life with all its misery and joys. He is and should always be known as America's greatest author.
a saddened Susie from Boston
March 31, 2016
Sending my heartfelt condolences to those affected by Mr. Harrison's passing. May the God of tender mercies give you peace and strength as you go through this difficult time. Psalms 116:15
Mary Green
March 30, 2016
A another person to be miss in the book and move world.
RIP!
Marie
March 30, 2016
May Mr. Harrison rest now and be safe in God's memory.
michelle plakas-kaiser
March 29, 2016
rip
March 29, 2016
My deepest sympathies to Mr. Jim Harrisons' family. So sorry for your loss. May you continue to be comforted by the love of family and friends and the precious memories of your loved one, while you throw all your anxiety on our Heavenly Father because he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:6,7)
James Bark III
March 29, 2016
In the autumn of 1977 during my only semester in graduate school at Central Michigan University my roommate Lou Adams of Evart, Michigan gave me a copy of True magazine with the short novella "legends of the Fall" by a unknown Michigan writer. At that moment I fell in Love with Jim Harrison's writing and told everyone I knew he was one of the best since Hemingway. will the rest is history. Being from Michigan we were biased but we were also right and he inspired me to a lifetimes interest in writing- may Jim rest in peace at the Dunes Saloon in heaven! J. Bark III
Gloria Chivers
March 29, 2016
My heart felt sympathy to Jim's family and friends, for his sudden departure. I was in the middle of reading the Beast that God forgot to invent by Jim., when I got a email from a good friend of mine that Jim had passed, it really impacted me. I once enticedtJim to do a signing at the best book store in the southwest, The Book Mark, with one of his favorite wines, which wasn't easy to find here in the old pueblo of Tucso, Az. Jim was a delight, and such a good sport, he wasn't feeling well that day, but that didn't stop him from appearing, a promise was a promise. What a grand dsy that was, several hundred of his fans showed up. He signed every single book and more for stock. Authors such Chuck Bowen, Doug Peacock and others were there. He had sent me a note which said "he would see me when he gets in town to kiss me and the books". I'll miss you Jim. I know you are up there with your compardes and your lovely wife enjoying yet, another of your favorite bottles of wine and all the grandeur of heaven. Say "hello" to Chuck for me. Thank you for being in my life for a short time, you will always be in my heart. Love Gloria
Melodie Valley
March 29, 2016
Amazing author....he will be truly missed. May God bless the Harrison family in this time of sorrow. (1 Corinthians 1: 3,4)
Marlene Broemer
March 29, 2016
I woke up thinking about Jim's daughters. Condolences to you and know that so many are mourning with you. Take the strength that your father left you . God bless, Marlene, a fellow Michigander.
March 29, 2016
My condolences to the family during this difficult time.
March 28, 2016
My deepest condolences to the family and friends, may God continue to bring comfort.
March 28, 2016
I join in with thoughts for the family and friends of Jim at this time. AS difficult journey for loved ones left behind. Savor the many fine times and look forward to a wonderful promise a the 5th chapter of John vs. 28, 29...a glorious future indeed.
Christopher Maduri
Aurora, Ohio
March 28, 2016
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
S T
March 28, 2016
Sorry for your loss. May the God of Comfort extend comfort to you during this difficult time.
MV.
March 28, 2016
Deepest sympathy to the Harrison family. I wish you peace and comfort and courage to carry on.(23rd Psalm)
Harry Simpson
March 28, 2016
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
March 28, 2016
I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. May the thought that God is near to brokenhearted ones combined with your memories, be of some comfort to you and your family.
Mike
March 28, 2016
To Mr Harrisons Family, I'm truly sorry for your loss, I was listening to the sound track from Legends of the Fall, when i found out Mr Harrison past on. please except my heart felt condolence's
March 28, 2016
Jim Harrison...."Only a writer"......LIKE THERE IS ANYTHING BETTER TO BE OR DO. I will miss our imaginary walks and talks.. You will continue to be a beloved guest at ALL of my imaginary dinner parties.....dressed from hunting or fishing; reeking of three days of fish, wine and whiskey.....your time spent in the kitchen with me has been instructive. You add that great celebratory vibe necessary for any great meal. Thanks for the confidence you built in me as a chef, a writer, a contrarian.
Jill
March 28, 2016
Sorry for your loss. This will be a difficult time, but may your memories and the peace of God sustain you. (Romans15:33)
Jim Harrison
March 28, 2016
Jim and Annie Harrison send their condolences to the family
Yolanda
March 28, 2016
May the God od true comfort be with your family during this most difficult time.
March 28, 2016
My condolence to the family. May God grant you all the strength to cope during this difficult time.
Susan Appel
March 28, 2016
Sympathy and condolences for the family. One of my favorite authors...he had a gift for writing and a zest for living few could match. I'll miss hime.
D Blatch
March 28, 2016
May the God of all comfort give you his peace that surpasses all human understanding to endure this difficult time of the loss of your loved one. God is faithful and will not let you be tested beyond what you can bear. He gives his holy spirit as support to give power beyond what is normal. (Phillipians 4:6&7)
Dr. Becky Patrias
March 28, 2016
I feel like I have lost a family member. Jim is by far my favorite author. He gave the world a voice we needed. I hope he will give my dogs a pet till I get there.
March 28, 2016
My prayers are with you and your family.
March 28, 2016
March 28
Offering my condolences during this time of grief. Isa 40:29
The Bankstons
March 28, 2016
My sincere condolences to the Harrison family.May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time.
Bartholomew Dabear
March 28, 2016
My condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Mr.Harrison's family and friends . He has brought happiness to so many people . Legends of the Fall is an incredible story and it sits alone as my favorite . RIP Mr. Harrison
March 27, 2016
My condolences on your loss and may God's promises of life again on paradise earth bring you comfort and hope ( Matthew 11 : 25 ).
Sarah Smith
March 27, 2016
Sorry for your loss. God has promise a better time for mankind and the hope to see them again.
Adrian Barnette
March 27, 2016
We'll miss you !
R Bell
March 27, 2016
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to Jim's family.
As an avid reader of his work I feel I know your father well, but yet we never met. A testament to who he was and what he did.
Whether I'm walking along a stream, enjoying a brisk wind off the lake, viewing nature's wonders or contemplating the absurdities of life I'll think of him.
He'll be with us forever. Now part of the nature he loved.
Stephen
March 27, 2016
He was a literary genius! Loved Legends' Of The Fall. Read it twice.My heartfelt condolences to the Harrison family God Bless! Bon Voyage Mr. Harrison!
Scott Chamberland
March 27, 2016
Rest in Peace
Dwayne Bickham,Sr.
March 27, 2016
In God's care, rest in peace.
Zeke Colton
March 27, 2016
One of the GREATS...will be missed.
Kathy
March 27, 2016
Lgoodbye to a a wonderful writeer, gormand, and all around great man. Thank you for sharing a life fully and well lived!
Gary Cousino
March 27, 2016
What an incredibl life u had. The most talented and diverse writer I have ever read. Have read all u have written. I met u at the wheel and we talked about the U P and memories of your childhood. RIP with a pack of smokes and a bottle of wine
March 27, 2016
Harrison family,Our Heavenly Father is always there for all those who seek him..Matt.7:7 admonishes us to keep asking,keep seeking,keep knocking,and all things will be given to us.....condolence
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