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Norma Sarkisian
January 29, 2025
R.I.P Jim...We had a few laughs!!
Norma Sarkisian
Joshua jackson
December 18, 2024
Jim pike was a member of the church of Jesus Christ of latter-day saints in big bear lake ca where i had the privilege of knowing him and his dear wife sue. They both were a light to all who knew them. I am saddened to learn of jims passing after all this time... one thing i do know though is anyone who knew jim knows exactly where he is and that he is continuing the good work. May you keep our heavenly Father as entertained as you did all of us here on earth, we love you jim, and you will forever be in our hearts.
June 23, 2023
Jim was my friend and golf buddy.
Jonathon Spires MD
September 25, 2022
I am deeply saddened to learn of Jim’s’ death, as I discovered their tremendous talents while a sophomore at Ohio State University in 1962.their romantic easy listening style was by perfectly made to order for young coedsJim, Bob and Tony have given the best their talents, and never failed to light up the roomand their glow will persist. Xx
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Alaina Miller
April 4, 2022
A gracious and beautiful human.
Mike Williamson
June 9, 2021
A great friend and a singing inspiration. I miss you Jim.
Grace C.
June 1, 2021
Big fan of Jim Pike. Grew up listening to their music. Thanks for the many years of listening pleasure and the wonderful memories. Rest in peace, Mr. Pike.
William Gmeiner
May 30, 2021
The group was my favorite my whole life, I still listen to there music regularly.
I sure hope he is up there, when I arrive and singing away. going to be 78 yrs young in July 2021
Bill Gmeiner
May 26, 2021
The greatest group ever assembled. I still choke up when I hear them sing. God I hope they will still be singing when I get up there with JIm Tony and Bob. Dreamer was one of my favorites
February 22, 2021
Wm Jones
February 22, 2021
Jimmy Pike and I were best friend in the first grade. We went to Washington Grade School, in Twin Falls, Idaho. Then again in the sixth and part of the seventh grade we were best friends. His dad, Russ and I ran together, well we picked spuds together. We did a few other things together also. One time Jimmy and I went to the radio studio were Jimmy was to sing with his Dad and his band, Russ Pike and the Prairie Knights. In the middle of the the seventh grade we moved back to Hailey. I saw Russ and his band one time after that. I still have a snap shot of Jimmy, his bike, Gary, and Russ' horse Boots.
Bert Castellvi
November 22, 2020
Thanks for the memories your music will live forever....Eternal rest grant unto Him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him, may be rest in peace.
you rest in peace
Nancy Rizzo
September 13, 2020
May you rest in everlasting peace. I was not fortunate enough to ever see you in person as my first live Lettermen concert was when Donnie had joined the group. I had been a fan for a very long time before that concert.
Wayne Cooke
June 12, 2020
(Sister) Susan (Pike), You probably don't remember my wife Bev and me, but we came to know you and Jim in the Palm Desert Ward when we would 'snowbird' to Cathedral City from Kalama. I was just listening to some of the Lettermen's recordings on YouTube, and just Googled Jim's name to see what was up and was so sorry to hear of his passing.
The Lettermen was one of the groups we really enjoyed listening to and to actually meet one of them and find out what fine people you are was a joy. We came back one year and found that you had moved to Arizona and were sorry that we didn't have the chance to say good-bye.
May the Lord bless you and your daughter with all the blessings there are. But the greatest blessing is that we know you will be reunited as a family thanks to the Gospel.
With our greatest condolences,
Wayne and Bev Cooke
Larry Wood
May 12, 2020
Eilean and I are so very saddened to hear of the passing of a wonderful human and friend. It is always too late to say how sorry when you never took the time to keep in touch. For that I am so ashamed of myself. I wish for Sue and Kelly good health and happiness and pray for their safe keeping. All the best to you, Much Love, Larry and Eilean
KRISTINA
March 31, 2020
I only recently became aware of Jim Pike's passing. My sincerest and heartfelt condolences to the Pike Family and all those who knew and loved him.
He was such an incredibly gifted and talented man and his beautiful voice and songs will be there forever to listen to. The Lettermen are my all time favourite and their songs bring back so many special memories!
May Jim rest in everlasting peace, knowing he brought such joy to countless people.
Stephen Jenks
March 12, 2020
Thanks for all the beautiful melodies. I've always loved your harmonies and choices of songs. Always uplifted me and comforted me to listen to your songs. Will always be my favorite group.Thanks for the memories!
Lena
October 24, 2019
So sorry to hear about a very talented man,may the family and friends continue finding joy in his singing and may they find peace and comfort from the Heavenly father
Bonnie Colby
September 22, 2019
Thank you for all the wonderful songs that conjure up memories of happy times. Your voice was truly a gift! Thanks for sharing it!
Jim Boyce
June 25, 2019
I felt like I knew him all my life. A true gentleman. Condolences to the family.
Rodger Griffith
June 25, 2019
I met Jim when I became his neighbor in Big Bear Lake, CA.. He and Sue were gracious neighbors who made Cheryl and I very welcoming and became good friends. We lost touch when we left Big Bear but will never forget this kind and talented man. our deepest sympathies to Sue and family.
June 25, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Regina
June 24, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I hope you find comfort from God
Larry Loughner
June 24, 2019
Absolutely loved the Lettermans music. Todays music cant hold up to the Lettermans . I have a disc of the Letterman which I play often. Thank you and God Bless.
John and Ingrid Stavish
June 23, 2019
Jim you are loved and respected by many. We were so fortunate to travel to Europe with you. We laughed a lot and had the best time with you and Sue. We are so blessed for the wonderful couple we met in a small town "Big Bear Lake". Our deepest sympathy to Sue, Kelley, and the family. I fell in love with the music by the "Lettermen" when I first came to the USA - 1959.
D E
June 23, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Psalm 90:10
CF
June 23, 2019
May the God of all peace bring comfort to the Pike family and friends at this difficult time.
Jon Dale
June 23, 2019
Jim Pike was a great singer. Listen to him with The Four Preps and David Somerville in 1989 on utube. Rarely have I heard such spectacular harmony! He will be missed greatly.
armand smith
June 22, 2019
My parents use to love Summer Place as I was a kid in 60s, I still love the song today and love to hear it on sirius oldies when they play it. That was real music thanks Jim.rip
Marion Weickum
June 22, 2019
A great sound in my life. Thank you for your music. Condolences to Jim's family.
June 22, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Bernie Berrett
June 22, 2019
Dear Sue, I can't even imagine how tough it is for you at losing Jim. I can't add much to our phone conversation of a few days ago except to say I do share in your grief. After two wonderful nationwide tours as drummer with the original Lettermen, I have only great memories of the guys. I saw Jim as my "alter-ego" because we shared the same passion for modern harmonies. Jim was a major influence in my life. When Bobby died and Jimmie's voice left him, his brothers Gary and Donny took their places without dropping a beat, with great voices and stage presence. What a legacy they have left us. Be proud, Sue. Bernie.
Sue Cox
June 22, 2019
I enjoyed the music of The Lettermen so much. Jim will truly be missed.
Harold Cartwright
June 22, 2019
Really enjoyed the Lettermen's songs and great harmony. Rest in Peace, Mr. Pike
PJ JOHNSON
June 22, 2019
Thanks for the beautiful music memories throughout my youth. Still makes me smile when I hear your songs. R.I.P.
June 22, 2019
I too loved those songs from the 60's and 70's. He will be missed. May the love of friends and family be a source of comfort. May God's love and peace surround you during your time of loss.
June 22, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
June 21, 2019
The Lettermen have been an institution in American music.
God Bless your family and friends Mr. Pike, thank you for all your wonderful music that entertained all of us for years.
JANE MARTIN
June 21, 2019
Thank you, Mr. Pike, for the great music. So many songs that I loved growing up in the 60's and 70's. Rest in heavenly peace.
Margaret Meier
June 21, 2019
Have been a Letterman fan for many years, you will be missed
David Baum
June 21, 2019
What a wonderful talent. Thank you, God, for blessing this man with Your gift.
Deanna Andrus
June 21, 2019
The entire Doug Andrus Jr. family loved Jim and Sue Pike and the Reunion/Lettermen. Thank you all for letting us "open" for 2 or 3 of your shows. Thank you for your great friendship and encouragement for The Andrus Sisters. Doug Andrus Jr. the patriarch of our clan especially loved Jim and Bob and the Lettermen/Reunion sound. He was a great fan of you all years before we met you. We had your tapes and records and they were our favorites. Best of luck to you, Sue and your sweet daughter. We all love and respect the Jim Pike Family. With love, The Doug Andrus Jr. Family
Douglas Laskowitz
June 21, 2019
Wow what a great life
Kay Reckord Ames
June 21, 2019
Absolutely loved and was and still am a big fan of the Lettermen. They were an awesome group with great harmony. I grew up with this music. My condolences to the Pike family for your loss. Cherish those wonderful memories he left. Still love their music today, it's the best and will go on forever.
Marianne Madrigal
June 21, 2019
Dear Pike family,
I've always been a fan of the Lettermen. I have many of their albums and listen to them often. Love their harmony. May you have many fond memories of Jim.
Nancy WOODWELL-FREEDMAN
June 21, 2019
I loved THE LETTERMEN. They were a big part of the music of my youth. My thoughts, prayers & condolences go out to the family, friends and associates of Jim Pike. He may be gone, but his beautiful body of work will be his legacy. May he rest in eternal peace and may the perpetual light shine upon him.
Paul Quin
June 21, 2019
You were a True Talent and an inspiration to young vocalists like me who dreamed of enjoying similar musical success. You Are In the Arms of the Angels and Enjoying Rock 'n Roll Heaven. God Bless!
Mary
June 21, 2019
The Angel Choir in heaven has just received one of the best. Thanks for the beautiful music I got to listen to while growing up & being the inspiration for my love of music.
Jan and Ralph
June 21, 2019
Our sympathy to his family. The beautiful songs and voice will always be remembered.
Brenda Byrd
June 21, 2019
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Liz Leone Spack
June 21, 2019
Such a loss for Pike family and the Lettermen Jim was a great talent and a wonderful man. He will be remembered in my prayers.
Liz Leone Spack
Kansas City
Janet
June 21, 2019
My condolences to the family. The music of The Lettermen will always be remembered. There is no group today to compare with them. May God grant your family peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Daryn Worley
June 21, 2019
Im sorry for your loss.
Regina Ireland
June 21, 2019
I will always "Cherish" your music.
Rusty Hayes
June 21, 2019
What harmonies a big influence for my life long love of music. Thanks
S J
June 21, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss and may the Most High God give you peace constantly,2 Thessalonians 3:16
rose Aiello
June 21, 2019
So sorry to hear of his passing. I was able to hear and meet the Lettermen in Syracuse in 1970 after they were joined by his brother Gary. Have always loved their music. It is nice to know all those beautiful sounds will live on.
June 21, 2019
I would like to express my sincere condolences to the family and friends. I loved the songs of The Letterman. Time will pass and the pain will lessen. The wonderful memories of someone who was truly special will be present forever. May the God of all comfort give you peace. (Numbers 6:26)
Deepest Sympathy
June 21, 2019
I am truly sorry foryour loss. We can find comfort in knowing that this life is not all there is. John 6:40
Y Magee
June 21, 2019
Jims legacy will live on in the minds and hearts of those who love him and who enjoyed his music. May the God of all comfort give his family strength and peace during this time of loss.
June 21, 2019
To the family. I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you at this time.
Katie Hadden
June 21, 2019
So sorry! The Lettermen were a huge part of my college years - they even performed at EKU while I was there. All of my girlfriends from those years still can sing most of their songs and when we get together their music is always playing!
June 21, 2019
It is sad to here when people pass away. But we do await when better a future soon to come when God will restore human kind to perfection and all those dead will be resurrected.
M.B
June 21, 2019
My condolences for your sorrow. May our caring God bless the family with peace and strength at this difficult time. Psalms 29:11.
June 21, 2019
God Bless so many wonderful memories rest in everlasting Peace
June 21, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fans who mourn the loss of this trailblazer. God will comfort and sustain you during this difficult time because he cares for you. (1 Peter 5:6,7)
P D
June 21, 2019
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Jim Pike, Please know that so many share your grief and are praying in behalf of the family for God to provide the needed comfort and support from relatives and friends during your time of bereavement. our deepest and sincere condolences to all.
Patricia (Trish) Maher
June 21, 2019
Forever in my heart Jim!!! I will truly miss you dear friend....
June 21, 2019
Sue, so sorry to hear this. He was so sweet. Our daughter, Holly, bought an old Lettermen album and he signed it for her in our Palm Desert Church. What a treasure. Bless you & Kelly.
Much love from the Tuck Family
Dena
June 20, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Pike most especially to The Letterman
Robin Bender
June 20, 2019
I have been a fan for many years and collected all of the Letterman albums and later CDS. It was because of them that I learned early on to appreciate good harmony. Beautiful voices! I was able to attend several of their concerts and always walked away feeling so energized. I am heartbroken to hear of Jim Pikes passing. He was very special. My sincere condolences to his family. He will truly be missed.
Linda McDonald
June 20, 2019
I have enjoyed their music some much over the years. My sympathies to his family
Dan Whitley
June 20, 2019
Dear Sue, Bonnie and I express our deepest sympathies at the loss of your dear friend and husband Jim. I will be ever grateful for working with Jim in 1967/1968 as the bass player for the group with Wilson Brown and Ronny Simon. We had some wonderful times together which I will never forget and he was always kind to me. Best always, Dan
LOYD Duncan
June 20, 2019
I am really saddened of Jim Pike passing .was surprised as well as Bob Engman a few years ago. They are founder of the Lettermen and never got tired of them ! They have been my best favorite always since 1973 when I discovered them in my high school years. I have read Jim,s book. My condolences to him and his family- Gary Pike and Donavan Pike. And the music profession that knew him and worked for and with him.
Mary
June 20, 2019
Deepest condolences. Big fan of the Lettermen.
June 20, 2019
Heartfelt condolences to the family. Mr. Pike will be missed greatly. Thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
Bobbi Kukula
June 20, 2019
Deepest Sympathie to the Family,Friends and To the Letterman . I followed this Group in the 70s on ..Have such Great memories and pictures of Jim and the Group !! Great Guys ! Wonderful Music!
God Bless !!
June 20, 2019
To the relative's and fans of Jim deepest condolences.LG
Raymond anderson
June 20, 2019
Sorry to hear of your loss. I am so sorry tony to hear of your friends passing. I did not talk to you for awhile now, but so glad I got to know you. Your friend from Manitowoc wisconsin
June 20, 2019
Heartfelt condolences for the loss of your
love one,may the God of all comfort be
with you during this difficult time
Harry Simpson
June 20, 2019
Godspeed Jim, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us and some of the anthems of my youth...
Mary Holmes
June 20, 2019
My deepest sympathy for your time of distress. Psalms 9:9. May the God of heaven become a secure refuge for your family and friends. Be of good courage.
Ray
June 20, 2019
We lived in the best of times.He was part of that.
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