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Jimmy Mears Obituary
AGE: 53 • Barnegat Light
Captain Jimmy Mears, 53, of Barnegat Light, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012. Born in Toms River, he lived in Forked River before moving to Barnegat Light in 1974. He grew up on boats and has been fishing since he was five years old. He has been a captain for over 35 years and worked on the commercial fishing boats Vivian III, Frances Anne, Beth Anne, Miss Kait and the Mandy Ness and he captained the charter boat Little Chic. He was a member of the Blue Water Fisherman's Association. Jimmy was a 1977 graduate of Southern Regional High School. He enjoyed watching the NY Mets and NY Jets. He always had a smile on his face, and everyone loved him.
He is survived by his son, Justin and daughter, Kaitlin, both of Manahawkin; parents, Don and Fran Mears of Barnegat Light; brother and sister-in-law, Dan and June Mears of Barnegat Light; sister and brother-in-law, Beth Anne Mears Schofield and Jim Schofield of Barnegat; and brother and sister-in-law, Rick and Sheena Mears of Eagleswood. He is also survived by his many nieces and nephews, Jessica, Danny, Vanessa, Amanda, Julia and Dylan Mears and Stephanie and Matt Schofield.
Viewing hours will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Jan. 16 and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17 at Maxwell Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Francis of Assisi Church, Brant Beach. In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to a forthcoming memorial fund. For driving directions or to send condolences, please go to www.maxwellfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jimmy Mears
Larry& Janet Biersack
January 9, 2024
Our Deepest Heartfelt Condolences to the Mears Family. Jimmy God bless you.
Lawrence Biersack
January 9, 2021
Larry and I carry Jimmy and The Mears Family in Our Hearts.
Erik Keller
February 5, 2012
I've always traveled with my Beth Anne sea bag.Can't even remember how old it is. But.. it holds a lot of memories.RIP my friend. I will never forget you Jimmy
January 18, 2012
Rick and family,sorry for your loss.
Dan Stancik your CIE Co-ordinator
Par Faulkner
January 18, 2012
Jimmy, I will miss you forever. You are very special to all of us. You are with God now and he will watch over you. I am proud to say you are my nephew. Miss and love you. Aunt Pat
Elizabeth Powers-Walkinshaw
January 18, 2012
God Bless you Jimmy Mears and God comfort your family. Let them know that you are still with them, comfort them in your absent.
Amen
Janine Schnell
January 18, 2012
No words can express how something like this effects a family, the friends and the community....just know that Jimmy will live forever in the hearts of everyone he touched even if it was just his contagious smile and a simple 'hey' as he walked past you...Every sunrise/sunset will be his smile looking upon each and every one of you...God Bless
Kathy Henderson
January 18, 2012
God has you in his keeping we have you in our hearts~ ride calm seas and rest well Jimmy
Stacy Bernstein
January 17, 2012
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
My deepest condelences go out to the Mears family at this the difficult time. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Take comfort in knowing an angel is watching over you.
Peace, prayers and blessings
Hattie Lohr & Family
January 16, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Tim & Lacey Brindley
January 16, 2012
Our hearts are broken for the entire Mears family. My husband, the boys & I will always remember him as a great friend with a smile for everyone. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
January 16, 2012
My sincere condolences go out to you and your family at this difficult time and may you find comfort in knowing that he died doing what he loved.
The McTiernan Family
January 16, 2012
Our deepest condolences to the Mears family. So sorry for the loss of Jimmy. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
January 16, 2012
To the entire Mears family,
Our heartfelt condolences. Jim will be missed but not forgotten. Rest in peace, and God be with you. Keep the memories close to your hearts.
The families of the late "Capt.Les Osborn of the Little Chic"
Gina Tomasco
January 16, 2012
Dearest Jim....You will always be remembered for the perpetual smile that was always on your face...You will be missed by everyone who was blessed to have known you. May you be safe in God's hands and watch over your loving family and friends. Smile on, Jim. Love, Gina Tomasco, Jim Kelly, Willy and Brenton Kates
January 16, 2012
Dear "Capt. Mears"...
Jim, I still have the Beach Boys double album you gave me for Christmas 1975...
Love, Jillatha
Ford & Thomas Families
January 16, 2012
GOD SPEED JIMMY & the whole Mears family Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Elaine Taylor
January 16, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
JoAnn Guido-Hankel
January 16, 2012
There will never be words to fully capture the loss felt of such an amazing son, brother, nephew, cousin, friend and most importantly father to a family who is grieving this devastating loss. However, his life has brought us all wonderful, happy memories to help us cope with our tears, heavy hearts, and now to live without him in our world. I will always remember his contagious smile and laughter, and when I see a rainbow in the sky, I will know that he is sending a brief hello and keeping a watchful eye on us all. Rest in Peace Jimmy. Love JoAnn, George, Todd and Shannon
Beth Anne Schofield
January 16, 2012
I will never take another person for granted again. I loved my brother so much but don't think I ever told him so. I love you Jimmy always and forever. Our family will never be the same again. You are missed so badly. Rock on, Mick Mears!! <3
Billy & Dawn Beckhorn & Family
January 16, 2012
We are so sorry for the loss of Jimmy. Our hearts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. May God bless you and bring peace unto you.
Debbie McAllister
January 16, 2012
I have no words to express how sorry I am for the loss of Jimmy even though it was many years ago that I seen him,I will always remember our prom..His smile and his laugh..I know we don't understand why people so young and full of fun is taken,I believe that God takes them to sit at his side to watch over all of us..I am so saddened for his loss and I send my deepest Prayers for all of you.. May God bless you all..I will always remember you Jimmy...
Eric & Lawren Biersack
January 15, 2012
Our most heart felt condolences to the Mears family. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Lisa DePasquale-Seely
January 15, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Mears family.
Lenora Masi
January 15, 2012
My sincerest condolences to the entire Mears family. I didn't know Jimmy, but Beth was my neighbor for many years and knowing Beth I know Jim was a wonderful man. God bless the entire family.
Debby Ficke
January 15, 2012
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for the entire Mears Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Jimmy was a great man with a priceless smile! He will be missed!
Susan Arbuthnot
January 15, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
January 15, 2012
"..My sincerest condolences to the Mears family upon your loss. I am saddened to hear of such a tragedy at sea. The sea he loved so well."
~ Dennis Staer ~
(former resident of Forked River)
craig walsh
January 15, 2012
Craig & Christine Walsh are lifting the family up in prayers that for Peace beyond any understanding.God be with all of you.
Rob & Jeanne Schrader
January 15, 2012
“He has departed from our midst, full of years, indeed, and of glory.” — Pliny the Younger (A.D. 100)
Joanne Pellegrino
January 15, 2012
Joanne Pellegrino, NOAA Port Agent, offers her condolences to the Mears family and the Barnegat Light fishing community.
January 15, 2012
Jerry and Barbara (Silver) Snyderman offer our deepest sympathy to the entire Mears family.
Linda Donovan
January 15, 2012
My heart to the Mears family. I like to believe God needed another angel fisherman....
Don Imbriaco
January 15, 2012
My condolences to the Mears family on their loss. May God give you the strength in this difficult time. My dad and I fished with Don out of Forked River many years ago.
Larry Biersack
January 15, 2012
The Biersack's of Forked River are sending sincere condolences to the Mears Family. God be with you Jimmy and the family. Janet and Larry.
Lucille Ghigliotty
January 15, 2012
The Ghiglottys of Delaware send our heartfelt sympathy to all the Mears family, God be with you Jimmy
Nancy Martino
January 15, 2012
I am deeply saddened and heartbroken. Jimmy's passing will not only leave a void in many lives, but in the hearts of everyone who knew him. A kind gentle soul, who will never be forgotten. I pray that God will give family and friends the peace and strength to carry on. Heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the family. Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength. Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on. Love you Jimmy.
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