Puyallup, Washington
James Michael Smith Jim died unexpectedly on 4/8/2011 following surgery. Jim was born on 7/31/1958 in Seattle and lived his earlier years in Boulevard Park, moving to Graham, WA in 1972. He graduated from Bethel High School in 1977, where he was an outstanding student athlete, lettering in three...
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Jim's family has my deepest sympathies and condolences at this unexpected time of loss. Rest in Peace, Our Fallen Brave! Deborah Curtiss-Starnes
Bethel High School 1981
Deborah Starnes
May 14, 2011 | Renton, WA
Wanted you to know how sorry I was to learn of Jim's passing. I have not been on my computer for a few weeks so was so shocked to hear of his leaving us. I have so many fond memories of our children growing up together.My love and prayers are with all of you.
Paula Cherney
April 24, 2011 | Van Nuys, CA
Jim always greeted me with such warmth and a big smile. I will always fondly remember when I was 16 that Jim and my aunt Nancy took me (and my sisters and cousins) on my first skiing trip. Jim taught me how to ski with confidence during that week on the mountain and had such patience with me on the runs I could handle. As Jim was a natural athlete he could encourage us down the most difficult runs with his smile and guidance. Looking back Jim was very generous with his time to teach us. I am...
Greg Conner
April 22, 2011 | Seattle, WA
I enjoyed talking to Jim at the large family get-togethers. His stories never failed to entertain, and he was always interested in what I was up to. I hope your pain diminishes over time but your memories remain forever.
Jeff Schumacher
April 21, 2011 | Salem, OR
Visiting with family-July 2009
April 21, 2011
As a Godfather and cousin you always gave of yourself and were present. Growing up you could be counted on for a game of horse or around-the-world. It takes a special person to play horse following all the rule changes your Goddaughter made up.
I'll always remember when I got sick during my Dad's basketball game and you drove me home. You wanted to make sure I had a fun night so you stopped by 7-11 and bought me a king-size Snickers and a Slurpee. It didn't help me get over the...
Donna Schumacher
April 20, 2011 | Salem, OR
Vicki Moore (Shafer)
April 15, 2011 | Puyallup, WA
I hope you will be the most successful football coach in heaven. The Lord is good, and He knows what he ordains. We will see you there Jim. Don't lose that big wonderful smile and you had better have a joke ready.
Judy Larson
Judy Larson
April 14, 2011 | Normandy Park, WA
Tami,
I am so sorry. No words can express your pain. Even though time slips away, my first thought was to what a great guy he was in school and how "manly man" and tough he was. I hope time eases your sorrow.
Cindy (Lane) Moore
April 14, 2011 | Lakebay, WA