James W. "Big Jim" Rathbun

I also had the honor of working with Jim at Amoco for about 5 years. I got to know him quite well as he worked with my wife's grandfather,(Tom Foley), in Jim's early years. In the last 6 years that I would come back from Florida, where I still work for BP in Jacksonville, Jim would join us guys for lunch when he was in town. A true friend! My sympathy to all the Rathbun family, Todd Junker

Marge and Family - We were neighbors of you and Jim in Rockford and remember what a nice, nice person Jim was. Our prayers go out to you all in this difficult time. Ernie and Sharon Heifort

I had the priveledge of being "one of the kids" Jim and Margie welcomed into thier home, as a friend to thier kids. It was a home filled with love and laughter and not just a little bit of good natured kidding. My sincerest condolences to the whole family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Much Love, Char Robeck Saclolo

LaDonna and I had the privilege of having Jim and Marge as back yard neighbors in Watkins.We shared many stories and laugh's when we were mowing lawns and attending social events. Never a dull moment when Jim was around. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Marge and your family.

I worked with Big Jim at Amoco Oil Co. and have always remained frieds. He is a hell of a guy and I will always remember him. I am sure glad I made the trip to visit him and Margie in Lauphlin last year.

To the Rathbun family,
So very sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He was a wonderful friend to all of the Sularz family. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Love, Mary Sularz Peppler

For anyone reading this. I want you to know that the obituary was wrong in the paper as far as his visitaion. His visitation is on Tuesday at The Peterson Chapel in St. Micheal. A correction will be in Mondays paper. Spread the word please.

Hi Dad,
Boy you sure threw us off on Wednesday, Barry was going to start smoking. HEHE. I have to add a little humor because you had great wit and humor.
I want you to know you were a GREAT\FUN Dad!!! I know you had alot more life in you and had a hard time with this, it was tough to watch you go through this. I guess God had another plan.

I LOVE YOU AND I AM GOING TO MISS YOU!!
Love,
Sid