Flint, Michigan
HEMPTON, James Richard - Of Goodrich, age 69, died Saturday, December 25, 2010 at Genesys Regional Medical Center. Funeral service will be held at 12 noon Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at The Point Church, 9430 Perry Road, Goodrich, Pastor Josh Combs officiating. Burial in Goodrich Cemetery with a military graveside service under the auspices of VFW Post #3087 Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family. Visitation 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint. Mr. Hempton will be at the church 11 a.m. Wednesday until the time of the service at the church. James was born in Flint on September 3, 1941. James served in the U.S. Army as an M.P. and he was a member of the Point Church in Goodrich. Surviving are wife, Sherry; Children, Rachel (Chris) Caverly, Nathan (Helena); three grandchildren, Anthony, Gavin and Liam; sisters and brother, Lola (Giles) Hofacer, Dan (Jan) and Lois(Bob) Bouck; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Sonny. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
I'm so sorry to hear about Jim. I have wonderful memories of high school days with him. He had a smile for everyone, was always kind-hearted and so much fun to be around. My deepest sympathy to all his family.
Linda Coffee Gratsch
January 11, 2011 | Bradenton, FL
Miss you more and more everyday dad!!
January 07, 2011
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I've been away from Goodrich for some years, but it's still the place I loved. I can't help but think of the song..."What a day that will be, when my Jesus I shall see. Just to look upon His face; the One who saved me by His grace. And forever I shall be with the One who died for me. What a day....glorious day that will be." Jim is doing just that right now. I can't wait for that glorious day for me. How beautiful Heaven must be. My thoughts and...
Joyanne Cook
January 03, 2011 | Burton, MI
December 30, 2011
Dear Sherry and family,
I was very sad to hear about the passing of your husband Jim.
I'm glad I got a chance to talk to you and him at the class reunion in Goodrich in September at the High School. Jim was the kindest, nicest person I have ever met, and I was proud to call him my friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Joe "Crow" Crowley -Class of 1968, and Dorothea (Grab) Crowley
December 30, 2010
Dear Sherry and Family: Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all. Jim was a neat classmate, always a smile. He was my campaign manager when I ran for student council President, and we won. There are so many fond memories we shared with Jim and his family. Jim will be truly missed.
As Always, Connie and Edward Blanchard
Edward Blanchard
December 30, 2010 | Jensen Beach, FL
~ A LETTER ~
Lately I have noticed that the noise and pressures of the world and the demands of your commitment have left you exhausted and discouraged.
I just want you to know that in it all, I am with you. Draw from Me. Let Me give you peace deep down where the world can never touch it. Make My words a part of you and they will make you srong. Whisper them in the morning...repeat them when the sun is low...draw from them in the heat of the day. Here are My...
Father
December 30, 2010
To all the folks who loved Jimmy, too!Thank you so much for your recent entries on this wonderful guest book. What a joy to read about all the friends that he shared his life with. He and I were so very close and sat side by side in church every Sunday. A friend of ours, Marilyn Farmer, would save our seats. What a joy to know that someday in the future, I will see Jimmy again....and we can once again join together in love and song..Jimmy~with his great tenor voice~and me in my not great...
Lois Bouck
December 30, 2010 | Grand Blanc, MI
Sherry & family-May your family and friends help you through this difficult time.So sorry for your loss.Love Jim & Martha Mayne,Tom Mayne & Jayne & Bill Mayne
December 29, 2010
Sherrie, Rachel, Nathan & Family
I'm so shocked and sorry for your loss. My Heart goes out to you! Uncle Jim will be missed. Heather & Derek Jr.
Heather Leinonen
December 28, 2010 | Davison, MI