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Jim Thomas Obituary

Thomas, Jim
James (Jim) Kenneth Thomas 62, passed away June 16, 2013 at his home in Phoenix, Arizona. Jim was born May 12, 1951. Jim is survived by his mother, sister, daughter and 4 grandchildren. Jim was President of Engineered Sales Company in Phoenix, a company started by he and his Father and served Arizona for over 50 years. Jim was loved by all who knew him and will be missed by all. Visitation from 11 am to 12 pm with services starting at 12 pm at A. L. Moore Grimshaw Mortuary 710 W. Bethany Home Rd. Phoenix. on Friday, June 21, 2013 all wishing to attend are welcome. Please send a tribute to Jim and sign the guest book at www.almoore-grimshaw.com

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jun. 20, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Jim Thomas

Sponsored by George Solymosi, Curtiss Wright, EST Group, a Friend of 33 years & Business Associate.

92 Entries

Christmas, 2016. . . We love you.

Janie

January 11, 2017

Happy New Year, Jimbo. Steffy and Frank came into town and we celebrated downtown and a good time was had. The only way to improve upon the evening would be to have you with us, like always. We had a birthday party for Mom and I fixed one of her favorites, tacos, and had a large German chocolate cake. Give Dad a big hug for me on Thursday and tell him we miss him and will be thinking of him. Bubba and Champagne came to live with us last June when Mom went into rehab after breaking her hip. Then last month, Bubba died and is in a shady spot in our orchard. Champagne misses him terribly so we let her sleep with us now (Cache and Oso approved). With all the political upheaval, 2017 is sure to be rocky and it is more important than ever for you to watch over us. You have always been my guiding light and the best brother ever.

Janie

May 17, 2016

Mom and I celebrated your birthday and toasted to you. We wrote a message but we could not submit it for some reason. So belated Happy Birthday. I miss your love, advice,laughter and sneaking out and going for our drives, just you and me. I am sure you and Dad had a great reunion with Dick and Georgia. Keep visiting me, I can't begin to tell you how much it means to me. Gordon, Cache and Oso send their love.

Bruce Mindlin

May 14, 2016

Happy Birthday Jim, missing you .. you are always in our hearts and thoughts.

Papas cake

Terri Bonnstetter

May 14, 2016

Terri Bonnstetter

May 13, 2016

Happy Birthday Daddy! Aftynn helped me make ur fave cake yesterday. We miss u.

Robert Davis

April 28, 2016

Im not sure if i have the right jim thomas but i have a 1970 maverick with a stamped tag on the core support that says jim thomas
I know it was white at one time
Im just looking for info
Sorry for your loss

May 14, 2015

Not a day passes without my thinking about you, my best friend. I know that you are at Gods side with your dad. You are truly missed by all of us at Cla-Val. May God bless you always in his house...

Bruce Mindlin

May 13, 2015

Not a day passes without my thinking about you, my friend. I know that you are at Gods side and that your smile is warming his heart as it did ours. You are missed and you are loved by us all. Happy Birthday Jim ..

Remember this, Senor Tomas

May 12, 2015

To the world, May 12 is just an ordinary day, but to all those that love you, it's the day a little baby boy was born just breaking five pounds, no hair and crying out saying, "I'm Jimbo, your older brother, son, dad, best friend and nicest person you will ever meet". Happy Birthday and I hope German Chocolate cake is on the menu with 64 candles. We miss you greatly and always will. Janie
Remember this, Senor Tomas

Janie

December 27, 2014

Merry Christmas, Jimbo. Gordon made Ramos Fizzes just the way you taught him and they were delicious, then we opened presents and had dinner at Ruth Chris. Every other minute, thoughts of you went through my head and I knew you and Dad must be there with us. We all love and miss you so much.

Janie

May 16, 2014

Happy birthday to you, Happy birthday to you. Was there a big celebration up there for you and T. J.? May 12 just isn't the same without Jimbo. Oh, how you are missed. I miss your personality, I miss your smile, I miss your silliness, I miss the way you went out of your way to make my days better when they're down, I miss the laughs that we had, I even miss the silly fights that we had on a few occasions,I miss our Scrabble games and you whipping my but, I miss going for rides in your cars, I miss my role model, my hero in life. Mom's problems are escalating and I need to talk with my big brother, he will know what to do. I feel so sorry for her and know how frustrating it is for her. Please help me to help her. I had a dream not to long ago. We were at ESCO and I can't recall what we were doing, but whatever it was we were doing it together. Mom and dad was also in it and everyone was young. I love you.

Joe Iaccarino

February 18, 2014

My deepest sympathies to your family. I worked with Jim when I was at Capital and we stayed in touch in the years after, he was always respected as was his dad and he will be missed by all.

Terri

January 9, 2014

Its Omie's B-Day 2day. Janie threw a surprise party 4 her 2nt @ Ruth Chris. She sure misses u & I do 2! I thought it was supposed 2get easier. Please visit me in my dreams. I Love u Daddy.

Terri

December 24, 2013

Christmas is 2moro Daddy. It will b r 1st without u. It's hard 2 b happy. Everything about it just reminds me that ur not here. I've been taking good care of Omie 4 u. I hope I'm making u proud. Merry Christmas Daddy. I Love U!

8th grade graduation

Terri

October 27, 2013

Here it is another Sunday....They r always sad 4 me, now. It's been 19 Sundays since u died. I still think about u every day. I have so much regret Daddy. I wish I would've done more 4 u, when u were sick. I wish, I would've spent more time w/u when I was younger. I wish, I would've treated ur daily calls as something precious. I would give anything 4 a call from u now. I saved all ur voicemails on my ph. I've only listened 2 them once. It breaks my heart 2 much 2 listen 2 them again. I will save them 4 when I'm stronger. I hope u know, how much I love u Daddy!

October 21, 2013

I'm feeling really sad about closing your company. You continued the legend of Engineered Sales that your dad started in 1960. Wednesday the 23rd of October 2013 is our last day. I'm sure you have been watching and been sad too. Hasn't been/couldn't be the same without you Jim.
We will never forget you.
Donna

Stephanie Lawson

September 17, 2013

Jan/Jeanne (Mrs. Thomas)/Terri,
I am so sorry to hear that Jim passed away. He will be sorely missed. I knew Jim from the time I was 13 years old when I became the “adopted daughter” at the Thomas household. At that age, I think he mostly tried to ignore the little sister and her friend. I remember he was always working on his race cars, going to the races or cruising Central. I vividly remember his racy Ford Maverick!! And, I remember him taking care of the pigeons in the backyard on Keim Drive and Nick, the Dog. I also recall him dating a few of our girlfriends. I was always hanging out with Jan and kind of shy and he was busy with his friends and activities. As we grew older that remained true, but I always loved Jim and noticed his sincere niceness. He was just nice to everyone and I've always admired that about him. Not only was he a great guy, but a great Dad, Grandfather and businessman.
I wish there were words I could say to ease the pain. I know you all have lovely memories of him and I hope that will give you some comfort until you see him again in Heaven. I know one thing, there was no one more important to him than his family, his loving mother, father, sister, brother-in-law, daughter, and grandchildren. Our love and support will always be here for you. Love, Steffy and Frank

lchip Betzel

August 28, 2013

I had the pleasure of hanging out with jim during the best time of the year, that of course would be during football season.Eating ribs, drinking beers,& margaritas.He always had a smile that lit up the room! God bless you jim.I enjoyed the few years that i was in your family.Thank you!CHIP B.

Daddy's 60th B-Day Party

Terri

August 17, 2013

I miss u so much Daddy. I think about u every single day. I wish I would've been a better Daughter. I Love u.

Bruce Mindlin

August 15, 2013

Good Afternoon, and thank you for joining Jim's Family and friends today ..
As I was preparing myself to write down my thoughts about my Best Friend I was at first torn between an ear to ear smile or a torrent of tears as my thoughts raced about the 42 years Jim and I have been best friends .. Should I ask for you to morn with me or should I suggest you celebrate with me the life of Jim Thomas .. It's best decided by each of you friends and family alike .. Everyone of you saw This special man differently .. some may have known him as a business man .. some may have shared Jim's passion for his favorite hobbies, sports, ASU .. 4 special people knew him as Papa .. I knew him up close and very personal.
Jim and I were introduced to each other by a mutual friend .. Brian Mulvey .. it was May 1971 and the world was turning at a slower place .. young men met nightly at Central Avenue to talk about girls, cars, school just as young men today would call Hanging Out .. We called it cruising .. Jim was 20 then with longish blonde hair, Levi 501's .. Adidias track shoes .. tea shirts of different colors with pockets were the appropriate attire and of course his infectious smile and laugh .. the cars .. Mustangs, Camaros, GTO's, Corvettes, Shoebox 55 .. 56 .. 57 Chevys, Bob's Big Boy, McDonalds the Phoenix Library, Dairy Queen & Orange Julius were what we drove and where we congregated. Somehow May 1971 found me sitting shotgun in a 1970 white Ford Maverick that was Jim's ride .. It looked fast .. Jacked up in the front and rear with mag wheels and glass pack mufflers.. it sounded fast but alas it only had a 6 cylinder 170 cubic inch engine with about 80 horse power .. Undeterred Jim drove it as if it was a rocket about to ignite with flames trailing behind.. But he had a vision.. We were before summer ended going to transform the Maverick into a beast … he bought a ford V8 .. a 4 speed transmission and racing cam, pistons the whole works .. and he convinced my brother and I to help him put this all together .. at my parents home in my Dads parking spot because he had to keep it a secret from Jean and Duane .. Mom and Dad would not have approved. That was how we started 42 years ago and I won't get another opportunity to tell this story unless his grandchildren ask me about Papa when he was young and without a care .. so that is the beginning .. Jim brought me into his family as I did him with mine .. he was My Best Man .. he is my sons Godfather .. In 42 years of brotherhood and friendship we had cross words but one time .. we lived together for almost 6 years .. we laughed hard and long .. we spoke of love and those we loved .. My children call him Uncle Jim .. you call him Son, Brother, Husband, Father and Papa .. I call him my friend.. my best friend ..
Most people knew Jim Thomas as Engineered Sales Company, His Father Duane started the business and groomed Jim to take control .. and take control he did .. taking the company to where it is today .. Jim had all Duane's skills plus that special something that took it over the top .. Jim was so proud of what his family built together .. as most of you know Jim was very competitive .. actually that is an understatement .. Jim hated losing at anything be it a engineering bid or an RC Car race. It would drive him .. that spirit .. the will to succeed .. He loved his work so much .. weeks ago at the office after his last surgery he told me work made him stronger .. he loved Engineered Sales Company.
It is said that you leave the best for last.. The Best for Jim was Family.. His Mother.. Father.. Sister.. Daughter and his 4 beautiful Grandchildren were his strength his backbone.. Gordon and Kyle.. his brother and son .. he was whole when he was with you .. and he will watch you all from above .. Every day .. you are the love of his life .. he will be with you always in memories and prayers.
God Bless you Jim Thomas, God Bless you all.
Please join the family after the ceremony and tell us if you'd like about your times with Jim

Gordon Storrs

August 14, 2013

Jim was more than a brother in law to me, he was my brother and lifelong friend.I truly admired Jim,and was very honored to be a part of his family. Jim will always be a part of my life I will remember. I only wish we could have lived closer so we could spend more time together. You will be missed Jimbo, thanks for being a important part of my life. Your brother, Gordo

RaeLynn Rodriguez

August 13, 2013

Jim's sister, Jeannette, is my best friend and has been for 17 years. Although I didn't spend much time with Jim, only during the Thanksgiving holiday, when he and Omie came to California. I always looked forward to seeing and talking with him. He had a way of making me feel like family and I will never forget that! I always felt like it was never enough time. I got to know him more through Jeannette's words; but, I wished I could have gotten to know better personally. He had such a big heart! His love for his family and his dogs was so evident, he wore his heart on his sleeve. I love you Jim and I will miss you very much.

Scott "Scotty Dog" Borowik

August 7, 2013

I will always remember Jim's grin. Every greeting of his was with the biggest smile and a strong handshake. Jimbo will forever be remembered by me, as a man who enjoyed many, many pleasures that this world offers. His warmth, kindness and sincerity will be sadly missed. With loving memories of Jimbo, he will remain in our hearts forever.

Austin's 4th B-Day. I was pregnant with Aftynn

Terri Bonnstetter

August 6, 2013

It's been 7 wks & 1 day. I try 2 call Omie every day & bring the kids 2 c her every couple of days. I picked her up yesterday 2 c ur fishies & the new baby fishies we got. We named the dog face puffer Papa. He's super cute & likes 2 do tricks when u watch him.

Leslie Rakar

August 5, 2013

Jim, you were so loved and will surely be greatly missed. I have so many fond memories of days gone by from many years ago. All my love to your family.

Terri

July 15, 2013

Oh Daddy, It's been 4 weeks and 1 day. It still really hurts. I miss u so very much. We moved ur fishies into r house 2day. I promise 2 take really good care of them 4 u. I Love u.

Big truck; bigger heart

George Solymosi

July 12, 2013

Jeanne,Terri & Engineered Sales family,
I was very sorry to hear of Jim's passing and wish to send you my condolences. Jim and I had spoken to each other this and most years, on our birthdays, May 12th and 11th and we updated each other on our family loved ones, our pugs and our business dealings. Jim's heart was even bigger than his truck and he always treated everyone with respect and was always professional in his business transactions. Jim said: Take care my friend, and now I say to Jimbo, Take care my friend until we meet again.

Heartfelt Sympathy,
George

Richard Brodie

July 11, 2013

I've only known Jim for a few years through racing rc cars. But in that short time, we became good friends & was always great to see him. A really nice character. He would greet me with a genuinely friendly handshake, & say something like; "Hey Brodie, what you know?"
Very sad to see him go. He's a legend, & I'll always remember him as an all around great guy.
Rip mate.

July 2, 2013

I knew Jim for about 30 years. We worked together for the last 20 years-most importantly he was my friend. He called me Mom2-partly a joke but mostly true. I tried to help Jeanne watch over him but he was a very independent man. He was happy with his life until the last year. Everyone he met was his friend. He valued his family above everything. I will miss him forever.

July 2, 2013

Worked with Jim for a lot of years and was shocked to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family and friends - he will be missed.

Steve Gross

July 2, 2013

It was a pleasure working with your father for many years it was a great person and friend
Richard Mitman Severn Trent Services

July 2, 2013

So sorry for your loss I worked with Jim and Duane for 40 plus years They were great to work with and good friends. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Richard and Cecilia Mitman
Severn Trent Water Purification

July 2, 2013

It broke my heart to lose you, but you didn't go alone, part of me went with you, the day God called you home.

Janie

Katie Mindlin

June 26, 2013

Oh uncle Jimothy, how you will be missed. I will never forget that day you picked me up from cheer try outs in the Camaro, and sped off into the sunset with my mom. You were and still are such a huge part of our family and one of the greatest people to ever walk the face of the earth. Monday night foolball and the super bowl just wont be the same without you. Watch over us, you are in far better place now, we love and miss you dearly. Love you and miss you forever and always.

June 24, 2013

He will be missed. Let everyone know they are in our prayers.

Todd Flick
Dana Kepner Company

June 24, 2013

Chad: So sorry about Jim's passing, condolence to the Engineered Sales Family.

Greg Krajewski
BEELINE SUPPLY COMPANY, L.L.C.

June 24, 2013

I will pass onto my fellow workers…..so sad. Great guy !
Kim Remmel
City of Glendale

June 24, 2013

I am shocked and very sorry to hear that… he was a very good friend of mine…
May his soul rest in peace.

Thank you

Bhaskar Kolluri, P.E. l Project Manager
Burgess & Niple, Inc.

June 24, 2013

I am so sorry to hear this, Chad. Jim was a great guy. Very upbeat and such a great attitude.

Theresa Muller
Brown and Caldwell

June 24, 2013

I am so very sorry, Chad. In the short time that I had the pleasure to interact with Jim, it was clear that he was a good man. Please know our prayers will be with his family and all of you at Engineered Sales.

Bret Lytle
Archer Western Contracting

June 24, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go to out to Jim and his family.
Kindest regards,

Tony Braun
President
ALB PIPING PRODUCTS & SERVICES, LLC

June 24, 2013

Chad,
I am really sorry to hear.
What a good guy.

Dale Jones
Citywide Contracting

June 24, 2013

I'm am so sorry to hear this… he was one great guy.

God Bless from the Cassanos
Jeff Cassano

June 24, 2013

Sorry to hear this.
Jim was a great guy to work with and he helped me out on many projects over the years…
Regards,

Brad Richards, PE
Project Manager - Engineering
City of Goodyear - All America City

June 24, 2013

My sincerest condolences. I really enjoyed working with Jim. He will be missed.
- Jens

Jens Jensen, P.E.
Jensen Systems Inc.

June 24, 2013

Chad, sorry to hear about Jim. I knew Jim for many years. We will all miss him.
Stuart Wilson

June 24, 2013

I am so sorry to hear this. Please let us know if there is a need for the family, charity or something other than flowers that you know of.

Take care, Wendy

Wendy S. Harvey
Project Administrator

June 24, 2013

Thank you for letting me know. We were just talking about Jim yesterday.
Please express my condolences to family and friends. We will definitely miss Jim. He was good people.

Sincere regards,

Rus Medlock
Water Plant Maintenance Specialist III
Brown Road Water Treatment Plant
City of Mesa

June 24, 2013

Wow, seems like we just talked the other day. I have known Jim for about 15 years and I must say, he has been the most genuine, standup, honest business men I have ever known, and what a great guy! What a loss. I am so sorry to hear this, I am sure he will be missed by many. Please give this and my condolences to his family and friends.

Ric Traeger
Brown and Caldwell

June 24, 2013

My deepest condolences to you and especially Jim's family. He will be missed.

Sincerely,

Blake E. Abts, PE
Water & Wastewater Engineer
Tres Rios Consulting Engineers, Inc.

June 24, 2013

Oh my God ! I'm so sorry, I had no idea he was ill. I feel like I've known him forever. I worked for his dad for years at Engineered Pump Service here in Casa Grande.
Please express my condolence's to the family
Sincerely, Bill Kukawski

June 24, 2013

Thanks for the insight – everybody loved Jim.

Kind Regards,
Dana Watts | E/I&C Division Manager
Felix Construction Company

June 24, 2013

Chad,
We would like to send flowers or a donation. Does the family have a preference set up?

Jeffery P. Wold
Senior Project Manager
Weber Water Resources

June 24, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I've known Jim for more than 20 years and always enjoyed his company.
I'll be out of state on the 21st and would like to send my condolences to his family. Is there a charity set up in his name? also, do you have the name of a member of his family I could send condolences to?
Thank you,

Ken Knickerbocker, P.E., R.L.S.,
Director – Water/Wastewater
Wood/Patel – Mission: Client Service TM

June 24, 2013

Our Deepest Sympathies Chad,
Thank you for the information
Marty Metz
Willing Service

June 24, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Jim – he was a such a wonderful person and will be missed by many. The only consolation is knowing Jim was a true believer in Jesus and trusted him with his life. I believe Jim is at peace in Heaven with Jesus and I look forward to reuniting with all believers that have gone before us.
A few of us here at Glendale would like to get together and send flowers or do something in his honor. I am not sure at this point if anyone here can attend the viewing or funeral, but if at all possible, some of us will attend.

Anita M. Lutringer
Supervisor
City of Glendale

June 24, 2013

I did not know that Jim was ill, and I am terribly sorry to hear of his passing.
Thank you for letting me know.

Darryn Gaylor
Ferguson

June 24, 2013

My deepest sympathies on your loss.
Jim was an outstanding man

Regards,
Drue Sellers

June 24, 2013

I'm so sad to hear about Jim. My thoughts and sympathies with you and his family.
Please let me know if there's anything I can do. I'll see you at the funeral on Friday. Thank you for letting me know.

Erin Pysell
Water Facility Supervisor
Water Services Department

June 24, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing and our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and everyone at Engineered Sales.

Thank you
Betty DeWit

June 24, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Jim. He was a great friend
If you need any help. Please call.

Bill Kelly

June 24, 2013

Please accept my deepest condolences at the passing of Jim. I was deeply shocked when Ryan Penny informed me. Jim was one of the “class” guys in our business and his knowledge and expertise will be sorely missed. Please pass on our thoughts and prayers to Jim's family and to the entire Engineered Sales Staff.

Sincerely,

Mark J Seamans
Interim Environmental Services Manager
City of Goodyear-All American City

June 24, 2013

He always had a smile and a friendly way. I will miss him as well.

Don Manthe

June 24, 2013

I remember his time on the Board well. So Sorry to hear he has left us. To His family, Thank you for sharing him with us!

Patricia Davis

June 24, 2013

So sorry to hear that news. I'll miss Jim he was a fun friendly guy and I always enjoyed seeing him.

Frank Tantone

June 24, 2013

Jim Thomas served on the AZ Water Board of Directors as the manufacturer's representative. We appreciate his contribution to the organization. AZ Water will send a flower arrangement and make a donation to the scholarship fund in Jim's name. Jim will be missed!

_________________________
Patty O'Leary Kennedy, P.E.
City of Phoenix Water Services
WW Engineering Design and Construction Management

June 24, 2013

Jeff Wold from Weber forwarded your email about Jim to me. I was really saddened to hear this. He was a good guy and I really enjoyed working with him.

Nathan Nutter
Carollo Engineers

June 24, 2013

Please accept not only my condolences in Jim's passing, but the rest of the Water Division as well. We knew Jim for many years; and what can you say, except that he was a great guy. He will be sadly missed.

Wayne Patenaude
Production Lead-- Water Division
Lake Havasu City

June 24, 2013

I heard about Jim's passing yesterday. He was always very helpful. He will be missed.

Thank you.

Abel Ramarui, P.E.
Water Works Engineers

June 24, 2013

So sorry to hear about Jim. He will be missed.
You all and his family are in my prayers.

Rick Rivers
Project Engineer
Whiteriver Indian Health Service
OEH&E / SFCB / WR Field Office

June 24, 2013

Sorry to hear. Jim was a fun guy he will be missed
Juan Mancha
CH2M Hill

June 24, 2013

My deepest and most sincere condolences to you guys and Jim's family. What a terrible loss. I was very fond of Jim and enjoyed the times we worked together on projects. He was extremely personable and remembered personal detail from conversations and would bring them up or follow up on them as time went on. Anything from hobbies to family. Not too many people seem to care enough about other people to do that these days. He will be missed by many. He is a good man and will be remembered for the good he possessed and kindness he demonstrated to others. If there is anything we can do, please reach out and let me know.

Sincerely,

Jeremiah Mecham
CH2M Hill

June 24, 2013

It was a wonderful service! I will miss Jim dearly.

Warm regards,
Susann Biri
Chemical Feeding Technologies, Inc.

June 24, 2013

I am So Sorry for the loss of Jim. He was highly regarded with all of our staff and will be greatly missed! I apologized for not attending the services because I was out of town.

Kindest Regards,
Ken Shoup
City of Scottsdale

Marshall & Debbie Schlink

June 22, 2013

Good bye "Jimmy Thomas", may you rest in peace. We will miss you but know we will see you again some day.

Larry Van Der Kolk

June 21, 2013

I knew Jim since 1985 and became his regional manager at Cla-Val in 1994, Jim was one of the nicest guys, that you will ever meet. A true professional and great valve man. We worked on many projects together, Jim was never afraid to tackle new application. He truly tested my knowledge on valve applications and made me a better person at the same time. I am glad I was fortunate enough to call Jim a good friend. - Larry Van Der Kolk - Cla-Val

Tim Williams

June 21, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Thomas Family. Your Dad, son,Papa and friend to all that knew him will be greatly missed, I have had the opportunity to work with Jim and I consider myself lucky to have known him, he truly is an amazing man and has a love for his family that he would talk about often. God Bless!

June 21, 2013

Good bye old friend ---- God's speed!
Mike Freid

Rick Reed

June 21, 2013

I first met Jim in 1986 when I purchased a company that sold products that competed with Jim's products. He sold Capital Controls chlorinators and I sold Wallace & Tiernan chlorinators. After 35 years in this business I have realized that there are “good” competitors and “bad” competitors. Without a doubt, Jim was one of the good guys. All my interactions with Jim were on a business level, but for many years I kept thinking that it would be good to call Jim and arrange to meet over lunch some day. Sadly, I never made that call. I now know that I have missed an opportunity to add a bright spot to my life by failing to get to know Jim better. I was glad to hear at the service that he had accepted Christ as his savior. It was the best decision that he ever made.

Wendy Harvey

June 21, 2013

Always a pleasure to work with. God Bless you and your family always.

Georgia Limones

June 21, 2013

I am extremely saddened by the news of Jim's passing :( Jim was an absolute pleasure to work with and always a gentleman. My prayers go out to Jeanne and the family. I already miss him. I hope to 'hang' with Jim & my daddy some day in eternal life. Rest in Peace my friend.

Dave Bates

June 21, 2013

Jim will be missed by everyone who knew him. He was there to help anytime and I will remember the time we were with Jim. God bless you and your family.

Vance G. Lee

June 20, 2013

I have always enjoyed my interactions with Jim. He was always upbeat and helpful. He was my best and chosen guide in the use of Cla-Val valves. He is probably selling means for water systems in Heaven. I offer my condolences to his family and his associates. God bless you all.

Kim Remmel

June 20, 2013

Sorry about the loss to Jim's family. I dealt with Jim professionally in the water business as well as being a muscle car guy with him at Cruise on Central. Thanks for the time knowing you and I'll see you in Heaven with our hot rods ! Rest in Peace Jim....Kim Remmel

Jeffery Wold

June 20, 2013

Jim took me under his wings showing me the ropes over 25 years ago. I will miss his friendly smile and warm encouraging words. God Bless his family and friends.

Terri

June 20, 2013

I still can't believe your gone. I miss u so much already. Did you find Grandpa & the pugs? I love you Daddy. I won't let anyone forget you.

June 19, 2013

Jim was a true friend and a real asset to the AZ waterworks industry.
Vic Roberts
Cla Val Co

Ray Williams

June 19, 2013

"Terri and Jean, There are not too many things harder in life then losing ones parent and son. I am Praying to God to lift your spirits as Jimmy would want it that way. He is my best bud, like a brother. May you have peace and comfort during these trying times."

Leigh Clark

June 19, 2013

Terri and family, Not many things harder in life then losing our parents. Praying for God to wrap His loving arms around you and give you comfort and peace.

Ken Hranek

June 18, 2013

Terri, I am so saddened over the timing of your dads passing. I send my love to you and your mom and the entire Thomas family. Jim treated me like family from the first time we met and I always enjoyed seeing him over the years.

Robin Steinmetz

June 18, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss to a wonderful man....Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.Love ya Terri. Love Robin

Joie Romero

June 18, 2013

Your family remains in my thoughts and prayers xoxo

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