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James Craig Means

Salem, Oregon

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James Craig Means October 3, 1952 - September 8, 2008 SALEM - James Craig Means "Big Jim" died on Monday, September 8, 2008. He was 55. Jimmy was born October 3, 1952 in San Diego, California to James W. and Carol Marie Means. Jimmy lived in Salem for many years where he raised his three...

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Dear Carolyn, Kathy, Maryann and your families, Danny and your son, Shelly, Nicole, Jimmy and Holly,
I had tried to call Jimmy on Oct.3 to wish him a happy birthday. He and I kept in touch throughout the yrs. When I didn't reach him I just was hoping that he had just changed his cell phone service but, I called Danny last night and I am so very sad of the news of his passing. Jim and I remained friends since 1975. He, always, made me laugh and he, always, cared about how I and my family...

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Lancers, B Co 158th Aviation Bn, 101st Airborne, http://thelancers.org

My sweet little brother....it's so hard for us to believe that you're not here with us. Everytime I look at this picture I see how much you loved life. I keep thinking how glad I am that we took the trip to Seattle the weekend before you left us. You were so happy. You said it was the best you've felt in a long time. Being there with you is something I'll always treasure.

Don't worry about your kids. I'll be there for them. You're with mom now. I know you'll take good care of...

Jimmy had a way of noticing everything. He was wise in his way. He reminded me of how life could be when it was good. The world seems emptier without him. I once heard the phrase "there is no life without love and in love there is no death". In Jimmy's case I feel this is so true.
For all of us who had the privilege of knowing him and to those whom he loved - remember whenever you hear music and see the waves on the beach - the surf is alway's up for Jimmy.

Nicole, Jimmy and Hollie
My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family.

Helen Hume (Summer's Mom)

Miss all of you guys. Sorry for your loss.

My dearest Hollie Bear, Nicole and Jimmy, you are in my deepest prayers. Good thoughts forever! Thanks to your dad and mom,for sharing you guys for awhile.
Love Always,Your first babysitter.And one of your Dad's best friend's

May I express my deepest sympathy to all of James Craig Familia. I have always treasured, Jim,Nicole,Little Jimmy, and Shelly. This Family gave me a time to see what it was like to enjoy being a part of their childrens life for a period of time. I will never forget.
To my BEST male friend ever, I told him till thee end Jim, we will always be friends. 22 years later we stuck to our word. To a man who showed me that men have heart, respect, feelings, knows how to bring to bring out the...