James Lardie

I just learned this minutes ago ...Jim was an exceptional person in an exceptional family who lived an exceptional life. He once found me at our vacation house in Stockbridge Mass. and helped me chase a squirrel out of the house. It was a rare unproductive day for him but it produced a good laugh. If only there were more of him. My wishes to his children and their children. Len Stevens

Jim and Diane both were pivotal to our understanding of true Christianity. They lived it and were the best neighbors in the world. We are better people for having known both of them. Mike And Pat Hoffman

Jim and Diane were wonderful friends and mentors who helped us and so many more people through our adoptions of special needs children. He was a wonderful, loving man doing God´s work here on earth. He will be sorely missed, but remembered we'll by numerous people.

I actually worked for Jim when the Child Advocates office was on 36th & Superior. I met the twins and his son (Christopher) and he was truly a visionary. Sympathies to the family.

Prayers and thoughts to Maria and Missy and te rest of the family. Your mom and dad were always nice to me and fun to talk with.

During my uears working with homeless youth, Jim was a champion in advocating for the needs of children and youth. His voice inspired many and initiated change. His example of service is inspirational!

As one of the many people who benefited from your father's wisdom and knowledge in developing organizations to benefit children, his passing leaves a huge emptiness in the world. May the knowledge that across the county his unbelievable ability to organize groups for a common cause continues to resonant. I am always mystified how many places he is still known and held in reverence for changing the way states address childrens issues. You are all in Willem and my thoughts as your dad...