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Jim Waltrip

Jacksonville, Illinois

1956 - 2021

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Jim "Wally" Waltrip Jacksonville - Jim "Wally" Waltrip, 64, of Jacksonville, died peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at his home. He was born August 28, 1956, in Tacoma, Washington, the son of Gale and Bonnie Neutzman Waltrip. Jim married Kelley Chiti on December 22, 1995, in...

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I remember Jim from the Illinois College days. He was a pitcher on the baseball team. We called him, Wally, the whip based on his pitching motion. Believe it or not we would go to Jim`s off campus apartment to study. He had a black Labrador retriever that he called Satan. He would always say to Satan "be somebody Satan be somebody!" Jim was a great guy and as everyone says he had an infectious laugh. He will be missed. I am truly sorry for everyone´s loss but rest assured Jim is in a much...

My memories of Jim are centered around laughter. He had a great laugh and stories that always seemed to generate other laughs. His gift!

I just read that Jim has passed away and I am so sad.... Jim was an amazing man in every sense of the word. And he sure did laugh and smile all the time. You will surely be missed by many! God speed Jim!

I am so sorry to hear about Jim. His smile will be greatly missed!

My Prayers and Love to Family and Friends. Jim my great friend, we experienced so many positive Life scenarios together. I miss you and that big smile here but will faithfully see y'all later Buddy.

Kelley, I am just at a loss for words. I am so sorry to hear of your (and your family´s) loss. I always loved when he would call the office to talk to you (sometimes multiple times a day) because he was always laughing or smiling (you could just tell). Praying for God´s peace for you and his family as you go through these trying times.

Rest in peace my friend. Prayers for the family.

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. He was a great man!

It times like this you don't know what to say. Just praying for you Kelley and your family. May God comfort you all in this time and days to come. May God give you peace and strength to get through this. My sincere Condolences for you all.