James W. Coulter

Dear Mrs. Shirley Coulter, and the entire Coulter Family:

On behalf of the New York Farm Bureau Board, our NYFB staff, and myself, I would like to extend Farm Bureau’s sincere and heartfelt condolences in regard to the passing of our good friend, Jim Coulter.

Jim was a very honorable and giving man, with a special passion for agriculture. Farm Bureau is very honored, and very thankful, that Jim saw fit to become so involved in the Farm Bureau organization, where he...

Shirley, I just found the obit on Jim this morning, not one to get the papers that often. I was so saddened to hear of Jim's passing, he was such a joy to visit with on the many times I visited your office over the past several years, he will be truly missed by all who knew him. There aren't many left in our community who made such a great contribution to the farming and fruit growing business, such as the strawberry patch of the 'Coulter farms'. May the love you both shared, carry you...

Dear Mrs. Coulter

Although I never had the honor of meeting your husband, I have had the great fortune to be a friend of your son Jim. If my friend - and his special family - are a testament to who your husband was, you were very blessed to have him. For all the praises of the Jim's husbandry of the land, I think he would be the most proud of what he raised in his home. I hope that all of the love and kindnesses coming back to you are some comfort in this time of grief. Please know...

Brian and I fondly remember living on the Coulter Farm for a short time and enjoying the "fruits" of a well-run business. Shirley, we are sorry to hear of your loss, but know that Jim will be remembered for his kindness and generosity. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

~Brian and Ellen Makey, East Aurora, NY

My first strawberry picking was at the Farm. I then went on to work my way through high school and college working for Jim. He was one of best bosses I have ever had. He could always make you smile and treated everyone with kindness! We need more people like him! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Shirley!
Love, Bethany

A country gentleman, remembered in many ways- for his expertise in the chemicals we needed in the vineyards, for the u-pick strawberries, we really didn't eat too many, for his support of the local wine trail. Most of all for his ready smile and genuine concern for others. I will miss him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Shirley, I am Marge Myers'sister and I know the sorrow you must feel having lost my dear husband. My Prayers and Sympathy are with you and your family. I remember you both from Erie Street. God Bless you and your family.

I first met Jim and Shirley in 1983 picking strawberries in their fields. Our friendship grew when my sister Ellen and her husband Brian moved next door to them. Then I worked with Jim for many years in Farm Bureau. You were always a great example and a wise man. Thank you for a legacy to look up to-

Shirley, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. We were very impressed with Jim's many civic and professional activities and achievements mentioned in his obituary. He will be greatly missed. Our 60th Cornell Reunion won't be the same without him.