James G. Argodale Jr.

JIM, WAS A FRIEND, A GREAT OPTIMIST. HE WAS COMMITTED TO BEING AN EXAMPLE TO SERVICE TO YOUTH THROUGH HIS MEMBERSHIP IN THE OPTIMIST CLUB.THERE WERE TIMES WHEN IN PAIN HE CONTINUED TO WORK FOR YOUTH.WE WILL MISS JIM'S PRESENCE BUT HIS MEMORY WILL BE WITH US ALWAYS.
T R COOK & BETTY SWARTZ

Jim was a friend and epitomized what it is to be an Optimist. He was always cheerful and dedicated, and added an extra "spark" to district meetings. Farewell and God Bless, Jim.

Jim epitomized the ideal for Optimists: he worked tirelessly and happily for young people and his community, but he sought no recognition or praise - just knowing he was contributing was enough for him. We admired too his example as he fought his disease with dignity and grit. He is truly our Optimist of the Year, and beyond. See you later, Jim!

As a true Optimist, Jim spent many hours on projects devoted to "bringing out the best in kids." It didn't matter whose program it was, if it was to be done and required time, effort and money, Jim was there. We have lost a true labourer in the vineyard. It is not only our loss, but that of the children of our world.

Jim will be missed. I am proud to be able to have called him my friend and I loved him very much.

Jim was so brillant and sweet. I was so lucky to have been one of the many people he cared about. I value the friendship we had and will miss him dearly.

Always willing hands to help and a smile and good spirits at all times are part of the memory Jim leaves us. In a greater sense the legacy of the kids he helped aspire to great things as they stood up to the challenge and gave their oratory in the Optimist Oratorical Contests or signed their thoughts and words in the Communications Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CCDHH). All were better for the chance they got through his efforts as a key team member to provide the work to organize...