Arnold James "Jim" McKee, Jr.

Jim introduced me to his Maine in the late 80s. Ever since we’ve had annual excursions about which he would have been writing a book had he not been so busy with other projects.
I recall in the early 90s sitting on a deck hovering over a lake. We were with his brothers Dick & Bob, all having a great time. Then the hosts introduced me to the infamous moose call. It looked like a brass instrument with ram’s horns curling around it. Having once played trumpet, I instinctively knew I...

Jim and I were sailing buddies in another time on Bustins Island. He entrusted me with the Blueberry in the fall and my son ,Randy Barrand his sons, Brett and Seth are still friends. He was a spirited, delightful person! His memory brings a smile to my heart!❤ Coky Barr Peaslee

I have had difficulty finding words worthy of my love for Jim. He was my brother from another mother during our days in the doctoral program at Oklahoma State University (1978-1981). Upon my arrival in Stillwater, OK in January 1978, Jim was the first person I met as I arrived at the office in the accounting department to sign up for classes. After that, our families became one--we did everything together. I was shocked to hear of his untimely death. I will remember with immense fondness...

Hello McKee Family,
Our hearts are truly broken for all of you in losing Jim. Though our time spent with him was brief, so many years ago, he touched our lives in such an amazing and memorable way. I can not express how wonderful it was for my children and I to be accepted into your family as if we had always been there. His wit, humor and compassion are traits that we will always remember, along with that big warm smile! We had such great times up at Toddy Pond and my kids still think...

Mr. Mckee and family,
I'm one of Bretts friends and I want you all to know I am thinking of you and sending prayers. I never got to meet you Mr. McKee but Brett always held you in high regard.
Peace to all
William Swann

Jim was one of a kind and we will never forget you. With a sad heart Jim and Bonnie Garverick