James M. Devoe Jr.

Dear Mrs. Joyce Devoe and family,

On behalf of USS Nautilus SSN571 shipmates and their families, please accept sincere condolences for the loss of your dear James. Jim's guest book tells a story of a wonderful life with close friends and a family who loved him dearly. Jim's departure on Eternal Patrol will be shared with his shipmates and recorded in the log at the Nautilus Alumni website. May our Lord bless and console you during this time of sorrow.

Joyce. I didn't know you all that well in High School, but I knew who you were. But I knew Jimmy very well from the very early days as kids in grade school. Life happens and we all move on. But tonight I attended the WHS '72 45th reunion and Debbie Luke told me that Jimmy had passed.
I hadn't talked with Jimmy for probably 40 years. But on hearing the news, it all came back. We were once members of a "rat pack" of little kids hanging out together talking about our big dreams when we...

We are so sorry for you loss. Are thoughts and prayers are with you and you family at this time. May God comfort in your time of need with his love. Our Deepest sympathy, John & Rosanne LaCava

Joyce we are so very sorry for your loss, it is hard to imagine losing your husband and father within a weeks time.
My prayers to you and your family.

On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), I offer our sincere condolences on James' passing. You and your loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers. We are forever grateful for James' service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. To our Brother we say, Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country."

"Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always...

To the Devoe Family,

On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on James' passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and our shipmate. The SUBVETS will have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and James will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin and a great Patriot.

(SS) James M. Devoe Jr.
US Navy Submarine Veteran
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Joyce, I wish there was something I could say to help ease your pain. Sounds like he was a wonderful man to many people. I pray for strength for you and your family during this difficult time.

Joyce,

It is with a feeling of profound loss and deepest sympathy we offer our condolences to you and the family.

Jimmy was a talented musician, a gifted athlete, a kind and generous person, and of course, a great friend.

Jimmy will be sadly missed but always remembered.

God Bless

Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow. Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please remember that you are not alone, we are always here for you.