Rev. Canon James P. Dalton-Thompson

Father James was full of joie de vivre, and shared that joy with those around him. As a member of the St. Mary Schola, I had the great fortune of hearing his inspired reading in no fewer than four languages; to share feasts at his home; and to enjoy his ever-present good humor. Father James, your spirit lives on in the many gifts you've shared. You are indeed missed.

Such sad news. Our friendship goes back to Cranbrook days, followed by many visits to Boston, then N.Y. Oh how I remember the dinner parties, trips to northern MI with friends, dorm duty and the "Wedding Breakfast" when Charles & Diana married. While we spoke only sporadically in recent years, we would quickly catch up on each others lives. His passing will leave a void for many, but we now have a very special angel watching over us in heaven. Sleep well dear James, we will miss you.

The first time I met Father James was at a St. Matthew’s Halloween bazaar well over twenty years ago. He was dressed as the Cardinal from “The Thornbirds” and was sporting such a mischievous grin that I immediately knew he was no ordinary priest. Over the next eight years, he did everything conceivable to inspire, enlighten and entertain the congregation. He doled out comedy, concern, love, devotion and compassion as though they were in endless supply. He had a natural sense of what...

Dear Holly and Al,

I remember you and your family from October 2 when Jonathan, "Man with a Pan" and I were able to help you celebrate Father James 60th birthday. He was so full of life and along with the rest of you made this job special. I send hugs during this hard time. It is surprising how people can affect each of us. I know you and your family did that with me. Kathy Wiklund

Such sad news.
Paula

James, you were so important in my life. Your love and affirmation when we were both at Cranbrook supported me through a very difficult time in my life. I will never forget that and you. To the best of my ability, I will try to take what you gave me and cast it broadly so that your good works and faith continue to multiply and endure, as I'm sure they do through so many others whose lives you have touched.