James Henry Deans

I just heard about James' death. I am so sorry, and he will be truly missed. He was one of my heroes and how he dealt with the difficulties of diabetes was phenomenal and awe inspiring. He was always extremely fair as an attorney and I referred many clients. No one was better in landlord/tenant law (which he pretty much wrote!) I think I still owed you a lunch, Jim!

I only learned of Jim's passing this evening. I have known Jim for decades. He was the best. He was a friend, a mentor and a colleague. The last time I saw him he told me that he had been "lucky." When I asked what he meant by that, he said that he had been "lucky" because he had been so blessed throughout his life. Jim set the gold standard for all of us. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.

I worked with Jim for many years at the District Court. We first met while there was still a Circuit Court. He was the eviction attorney and I handled evictions with many of the judges. He worked side by side with my sister Pamela and the apartment complexes she managed. He will be greatly missed and will always be remembered as a great friend.

Dear Deans Family: I'm really heart-sick to learn of Jim's unexpected passing. Jim was one of my close friends, and has been one of my most influential mentors for more than 20 years. To say he was a great lawyer is a meaningless understatement. Over the decades we litigated against each other, and have been on the same side of the table many times, and he acted the same way - no matter his role - with class, integrity, honesty, and good cheer. When we spoke recently, I mentioned to him that...

Kathy & Family, we were saddened to learn of the passing of Jim. He was & is such a fine man, son, husband & father. We send our love & condolences & pray the Lord will comfort & sustain you all until you are reunited with Jim.
We are out of town & sorry we could not attend the funeral & extend our love in person. Ned & Alene

We'll miss Jim's quiet, cheerful way and fun sense of humor--a trait Heather inherited. He was my go-to guy on landlord-tenant matters, and clearly was for many others. We're grateful for the association we have had with Jim--however infrequent--over the years. Our sympathies to Kathy and all of the family.

Jim was one of my youth leaders at church while I was a teenager over 20 years ago. I always knew Jim cared about me as a person--and that care and concern went beyond just what was happening at church. He would even come to attend my games and matches in high school. He is a great man who will be missed. I am very sad to hear of his passing. Until we meet again, brother. Best wishes to his wonderful wife and kids.

Jim are honestly one of the most spiritual people I have ever had the privilege to meet. My life will not be the same without your great anecdotes and always taking the opportunity to share your testimony with others - friend or stranger it didn't matter. Kathy please know you're always in my thoughts and prayers and I'll be here for you as long as you want me to be. Everything about Jim will be sorely missed by my entire family. Thank you Jim for all you gave us spiritually, personally and...