James F. Debenham

I was so sorry to hear this, Holly. What an unexpected sorrow for you. To you and your family I send care and love. Sue Greif, Ryan MS

Mr. Debenham was an excellent teacher and helped me stay the course in class and life. Rest in peace my friend!

I knew Jim from back in the 70's when he and Holly raised their family in Goldstream. Very sociable and knowledgeable about building a life and surviving in what was then the boonies. His carpentry skills were top-notch. A true craftsman, his skilled work survives to this day in "the Valley". He faced challenges with equanimity, always finding a practical solution. He will be missed.

We only knew Jim a short while, as a neighbor and then friend. Jim was the kind of person that was deliberate with his time and energy, and made you feel special when he took time out to come and say hello or even chat for a bit. His absence will be felt by everyone in our neck of the woods.

I had the luck of having Jim and Holly as a neighbors briefly. We always enjoyed Jim sauntering over and talking. He is greatly missed. But we´re glad we got to know him even briefly. A special man.

Jim's obit is true. Jim was intelligent, clever and he sure loved his family. Jim was an excellent brother to Sue and Phil. Galen and I enjoyed his Rochester visits

Jim was a great neighbor to have.. one Winter he rescued our house when our teenager left the garage door open, the boiler was almost red trying to heat all of latitude 64, our son was playing WarCraft, and didn't notice. I'm sorry he is gone.

Jim was my kind and special special friend at the USPS for 20 years. I have many fond memories of our motorcycle and snow machine excursions with our friends from work over the years. Rest in Peace Jim.

Jim's obit says it all. He really was one of the nicest guys around and great to talk with. So very sorry to hear he's gone.