Bozeman, Montana
1931 - 2010
James Lowell Shively Sr. was known as Jim, but it was his pleasantries, patience and popularity that led many to better know him as "Gentleman Jim." He passed away on Monday, Sept. 27, 2010, at Sonora Medical Center after bravely managing a chronic heart condition.As a long-time Modesto, Calif.,...
Read MoreLenore, We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We have very fond memories of our early years in Modesto and our associations with you. We wish you comfort and healing and wonderful memories to give you and your whole family peace and strength during this time of loss. Our prayers are with you. God Bless!
George and Carolyn Turner
October 08, 2010
Mrs. Shively we are very sorry to hear about the passing of Jim, I want you to know that Michelle and I both enjoyed working with Jim at the Pulmonary Rehab he was determined to get better and worked at it. You and your family will be in our prayers if there's anything we can do for you please just ask, your friend Genese Dufur RRT.
Genese Dufur
October 04, 2010 | Modesto, CA
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Elizabeth Beckwith-Bennett
October 03, 2010 | Modesto, CA
mr shively was a wonderful man. his family was very lucky to have him as a father, husband,and grandfather, he was my teacher many years ago. my prayers are with his family. may god bless you all. mona henning snelling, ca.
October 03, 2010
Lenore,
My deepest condolescences to you and your family. Jim was a dear friend. I know you miss him greatly. Jim was such a "gentle" man. First as a vice-
principal and then as THE principal of Prescott Senior Elementary I appreciated Jim's leadership skills and his problem-solving abilities with our diverse staff. His quiet,calm manner defused many "sticky" situations. In my role as vice principal at Prescott Jim was my mentor, sharing his experience and helping to mold my...
Lamar Dodson
October 03, 2010 | Schertz, TX
I'm sorry to hear the loss of your husband. I was one of Lenore"s student's at Somerset Jr. High, 2nd graduating class. Again, I'm sorry. Terri (Wright) Halvorson (Modesto,CA.)
Terri Halvorson
October 03, 2010 | Modesto, CA
Mr Shively was a wonderful person as well as my teacher. May his family find comfort in the memories he has left us all with. God Bless you all.
Bobbi Potts one of his students at Prescott class of 71-72
Bobbi Potts
October 03, 2010 | Oakdale, CA