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James E. "Jimbo" FOY

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James E. "Jimbo" FOY obituary, 1960-2013, Cincinnati, OH

BORN

1960

DIED

2013

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James FOY Obituary



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James E. "Jimbo", beloved husband of Deborah Lynn Foy (nee Richards), loving father of Michael David "Micah" and Daniel Joseph Foy, dear son of Jo Ann and the late Jim Foy, and brother of Meg, Dennis (Bobbie), Frank (Amy), Dick, Sally (John) Campbell, Helen, Martha (Dan) Bernert and Robert (Shelley) Foy. Also survived by many other loving family and friends. Friday, August 30, 2013. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Norwood, Wednesday, September 4 at 11:30am. Visitation from 10:00am until time of Mass. Memorials may be directed to Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati, 2400 Reading Road, Cinti, Ohio 45202. Condolences at rohdefuneral.com

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Published by The Cincinnati Enquirer from Sep. 2 to Sep. 3, 2013.

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Steve Plogsted

August 28, 2023

It's hard to believe that you have been gone for 10 years. I think about you often, mostly about the good times we had together. I'll never forget our chance meeting in San Antonio and how you joined up with my hospital group for several festivities in the following days. I love you my brother.

Steve Plogsted

August 28, 2022

We miss you every day but you loving memory lives on.

Cate Bixler

September 25, 2013

You have my deepest sympathy. I am so sorry. I wish you all the best. Much love, Cate Bixler

September 17, 2013

Dear Deborah and Boys,
I was a coworker of Jim's at the Hamilton Cboc and was sadden to hear of Jim's passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.He was a wonderful person and I enjoyed working with him and i feel this loss and i feel your pain.Please except my sincere sympathy.
Carol Geiger RN

Helen

September 15, 2013

Happy Birthday Jimbo - miss you

September 15, 2013

Deb, Micah and Daniel,

Such sad news about Jim. Love and prayers to you and the Foy family.

Beverly Pierani

Keri Thompson

September 11, 2013

Deb, Miciah, & Daniel, we just heard the news. We are so sorry for your loss & you all are in our prayers. Daniel, Sophia is so sorry about your dad and wants you to know she is praying for you & missing you.

Marty Bernert

September 7, 2013

So hard to grasp that my brother has passed. He was a great man who will be missed by all who knew him. RIP Big Brother.

Marty Bernert

September 7, 2013

So hard to grasp that my brother has passed. He was truly a great man. My family will miss him dearly. RIP Brother.

September 6, 2013

Jimbo,

All the Joseph's were shocked to hear of your sudden passing. Our prayers are with your wife, your children, your Mother, and your siblings.

I will eat a bug in your honor tonight.

We wish you God's blessing.
A perfect and peaceful rest.
And may the angels surround you, Jim.

John and Mary Jo Joseph

Dennis Foy

September 5, 2013

Little brother, you have set the bar ridiculously high. Pray that we live up to your example. God bless you my friend.

September 4, 2013

I worked with Jim years ago at Jewish. I have never forgotten his huge smile and warm heart. RIP

Purcell Marian High School

September 4, 2013

On behalf of Purcell Marian High School we would like to offer our deepest condolences and let the family know that they will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

September 4, 2013

Upon hearing about Jim I'm sure my thoughts were the same as many – Not Jim!

Jim and his comrades from Wright-Patterson supported National Park Service emergency services many summers as medics. Whether it was in Grand Canyon or Grand Teton National Parks, I could always count on Jim to be there smiling, ready to jump in providing medical assistance to visitors in their time of need, assisting park rangers with training, being in the park with an ambulance explaining the missions of both the Air Force and National Park Service, providing assistance to hikers on the Bright Angel Trail, helping with “bear jams” and ultimately providing leadership for his unit and our partnership. I have no doubt that his participation and enthusiasm were a driving force behind our success.

Even after the Air Force ended the program with the park service, I would be fortunate to occasionally hear from Jim. He was a good man who served his country, fellow service members and international public in numerous ways. I too will miss him and extend my condolences to his family and friends.

Patrick Hattaway
North District Ranger
Grand Teton National Park, WY

Kim Tepe

September 4, 2013

Deb,
I was so saddened and shocked to here about Jim, You and your boys will remain in my prayers.
Kim Tepe

September 4, 2013

You have my thoughts and prayers to help you through this immensely tough time.

September 4, 2013

My thoughts,prayers and sympathy are with you and your family. Dana "Denise" Stapleton VA/ER.

September 4, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family during this difficult time.
Melissa Rankin & Family

September 4, 2013

To the Foy Family,
I remember Jimbo - a wonderful kid, a caring man. May God be with all of you in this sad and difficult time!
Kay Wagner

Nicole McWhorter

September 4, 2013

Deb, Daniel, and Micah
You are in our thoughts and prayers...Jim was a great running partner and friend! And we will miss going to the games and family cookouts with him... I going to miss his seasoned pretzels...Please know we are here for you always!
Love,
Kraig,Nicole, Briana, Kendall, and Krystin McWhorter

Patricia Simmons

September 4, 2013

You will be missed MSgt James Foy. Keeping the Foy family in my prayers.

Beth Thorne-McKenzie

September 3, 2013

To the Foy Family,
My prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I enjoyed working with Jim at the Georgetown CBOC and will certainly miss him.

John Ireland

September 3, 2013

It was an honor and a pleasure to serve with Jim in the 445th ASTS. My hope is that the God of all comfort will assuage the pain for Jim's family.

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The Foy Family,

Our condolences and prayers are with your entire family during this difficult time. Rest in peace Jim.

The Williams Family
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Scott Wuest

September 3, 2013

Deborah, Dan and Micah,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this extremely difficult time.

Jerry and Challyn Coleman

September 3, 2013

Deb, Our sincerest condolences to you and the boys. Jim has always meant so much to me. I felt that he was a real brother I never had. Over the years we have done things that most people never accomplished. We repelled with the park rangers. Served as EMTs in the most beautiful places on earth like Teton and Yellowstone and gone skydiving. What a guy. I love and miss him so much. He was the best friend anyone one of us could ever ask. As I have said if ever you need anything whatsoever please feel free to call on me anytime. I will always be standing by. I say this with much love and friendship.

Penny Eggemeier

September 3, 2013

Deb, I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

September 3, 2013

Deb, My sincere thoughts and prayers to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. Penny Eggemeier

Priscilla Niswander

September 3, 2013

Words cannot express the great loss we will endure from the passing of such a great man. I can only imagine the rejoicing in heaven to receive this wonderful soul. We grieve because we will miss his "can do" attitude and contagious smile, his long detailed stories, and his unmatched work ethic. You will be so greatly missed on this earth. Enjoy your rest in heaven my friend. You deserve it!

Dr.Jerrold Boyles

September 3, 2013

My deepest sympathies to all of you. God Bless.

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September 3, 2013

Deb, Micah and Dan,
We're all so sorry for your great loss in a great Husband, Father and our Cousin. I'll always remember Jim as the Tidy Bowl Man on Hollowween so many years ago and as a really fun guy! Remember what Billy said in his song; "only the good die young". God Bless you all in this tough time.
Cousin Kevin

Millie Heil

September 3, 2013

Jim will be greatly missed! My thought and prayers are with you and the boys.

Joseph Drake

September 3, 2013

Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this time. MSgt Jim Foy was a dedicated "Airman" to his country and a dedicated "Nurse" to his fellow comrades and veterans at the VA, he will be missed by all.

Donna Witt

September 3, 2013

Jim, you will be greatly missed at the Clermont CBOC. So very sorry for your loss. May God grant you the peace that passess all understanding at this time. Rest in peace Jim.

Shirley Knecht

September 3, 2013

I had the pleasure of working with Jim at the Dearborn CBOC. He was a great guy who loved the country he served so well. We shared a conversation late Friday afternoon (just before he left the clinic) about our love of "running". He was inquiring about my recent ankle injury (which happened while I was running a 5K on August 10th) and Jim was telling me to stay POSITIVE about my recovery. That was Jim....always a positive outlook on life. Rest in Peace, Airman! Keep a watch over us while serving in God's Air Force!!

Brenda Evans

September 3, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Foy Family. MSgt Jim Foy was a dedicated member of the 445 ASTS and will be missed by all.

Laura Sumner

September 3, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. He will be greatly missed by so many.

Kim Kempke (Busemeyer)

September 3, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all.

September 3, 2013

Deb, Micah, & Daniel,
We are sorry for your loss. May memories bring you comfort and peace in the days to come.
Love,
The Mathein's

Necia McDaniel

September 3, 2013

Prayers for your entire family and friends for peace and comfort during this time of sorrow. RIP Jim.

Jane Molony-Renzenbrink

September 3, 2013

We have gathered for funerals far too often in recent years. Good men should not go so young. I am thankful I got to spend time with Jim over the 4th of July. We will continue to keep Jim in our hearts and minds. He has not left us, He's just going to oversee all from a better vantage point. He is in Gods hands and there is no better place to be. Be strong and remember your faith. Love always.

Rodger Young

September 3, 2013

Jim was one of my favorites at CBOC; it was a pleasure to work with him (will miss him dearly). To the family of Jim, we offer our deepest condolences for your loss and pray that God will give you strength. So sad he passed at such a young age.

SSG Nikki Thompson

September 3, 2013

I have had the pleasure of meeting and working with Jim on a few occasions. He always had a bright outlook for everything. My condolences to Deb and the rest of the family. My prayers are with you.

Frank Morrow

September 3, 2013

To the Foy Family- I was fortunate to have known Jim. I saw him most Friday's at the VA Clinic and August 30th was no exception. He was his normal happy-quiet kind of self. My deepest prayers go out to your family. Jim was a great person.

Linda Wilder

September 3, 2013

I was blessed to have worked with, talked with and laughed with Jim on Friday. My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to his family.

sylvia samuelson

September 3, 2013

To the Foy family.. I thoroughly enjoyed working with Jim, albeit for such a short time, in Ft. Thomas. I was shocked by the news, and saddened by your (our) loss. Prayers for your family for peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.

Tracie Wilson

September 3, 2013

He touched so many and was a joy to have around. Mr. Foy will be missed.

Michelle Miller

September 3, 2013

I am truly saddened by the news of Jim's passing. I have fond memories of my time working with him at the VA. He was always a bright spot in my day. I am truly sorry for your loss and will keep your family close to my heart.

Tony Louderback

September 3, 2013

I will miss you ziphead. Thanks for the good times. Rest in Gods peace. God bless you & your family my friend.

Sally

September 3, 2013

You were the best garbage picker, bringing home your treasures. You loved your heritage and shared your father's deep interest in genealogy. You exemplified goodness in your actions. You were the Pied Piper to your many nieces and nephews. You, Dick and I got to share the best spot, the middle of a GREAT family. You were a loving father and husband. Good job! Until we meet again....

Carla Kraus

September 2, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Foy family. MSgt Foy was always a pleasure to chat with and served in the military with pride and distinction. He will be missed.

Steven Flowers

September 2, 2013

I served with MSgt Foy. he was a good friend, and mentor. He will be missed.

Dana Merle

September 2, 2013

I remember high school days with fond memories because of you and all the great times we had with Jay Long!!!! You'll be sadly missed and so fondly remembered. God bless your family. I know you'll be watching over them.

Anne Bernardi

September 2, 2013

The fondest memories of our high school years were spent with you and your family. You will be truly missed. Much love to your family.

The Staat Family

September 2, 2013

Daniel,
We just want to express our sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your dad.

Julia wanted to let you know she knows you are a tough guy and with the love and help of your family and friends, you will be okay.

You are in our thoughts and prayers during this sorrowful time. Your father loved you very much and was proud of you.

God bless you with His love, comfort, and peace.

Eileen Zude

September 2, 2013

I'll miss your smiling face and funny stories at work Jimbo! You were a friend to all and will surely be missed. Prayers are lifted for your family.

Marie Smith

September 2, 2013

MSgt Foy was a dedicated reservist and honorable and loving family man. My sincerest condolences to the entire Foy family.

Mary Beth Foy Wenstrup

September 2, 2013

Prayers to Aunt Jo Ann and all of Jimbo's family. Remembering fun times growing up on Grand Vista with my cousins two houses away. Just had a great conversation with Jim at St. X a few months ago at a parent night. A great man and father who will be missed.

Paul Boland

September 2, 2013

What a great guy and a fantastic sense of humor. Jim you always made me smile. My thoughts and prays are with you and your family.

Sheri Olmstead

September 2, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Jim was a tremendous asset to the 445th, the military and the world.

young

September 2, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Ned Foy

September 2, 2013

R.I.P. cousin and my sincere condolences to the Foy family

young

September 2, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

September 2, 2013

i'll miss you jimmy foy. You were a great nurse,father .and co-worker. Prayers for your family
Barbara Ludwig

John Iaciofano

September 2, 2013

To the entire Foy family, I have many great childhood memories with Rob and Jim. Jim will be missed and you are all in my prayers.

Oba Vincent

September 2, 2013

Jim was a good friend and a tremendous leader. I can't say enough about the commitment that Jim showed every day to family, work and the Air Force. He was a friend to everyone he met and his departure is a great loss to all of us. Jim improved the world and I am sure that we will see him again in Heaven.

Helen Foy

September 2, 2013

I love you Jimbo - won't be the same without you. Miss you. Thanks for everything

Tony Stewart

September 2, 2013

Out of the 1000s of people I have met, talked with, Jim truly was remarkable. His committement to his family,faith,country, was inspirationable. He easily shared and used his knowledge to benefit others. Our conversations will surely missed. Until the next time,my friend.

Christine Bumgardner

September 2, 2013

Jim was a solid and compassionate member of the 445th. He was under my supervision for several years and I found him the ideal model and mentor for younger airmen. It was an honor to serve with him. Prayers to the family.

Jennifer Molony

September 1, 2013

Jim was a wonderful person, loving, laughing (what a smile!), nurturing, and a great cousin and friend. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. So glad we were able to spend time with the family in WVA.

September 1, 2013

Jim was my Big Brother (big brother bis sister program) from the time I was a small kid. He made such an impression on me... words cannot describe. I can only say I loved him and he will always be in my heart and soul.

Marilyn Balderrama

September 1, 2013

Jim, you were a great guy and will be greatly missed by all of your co-workers.
Debbie, my warmest thoughts and deepest sympathy for your loss. My prayers are with you.

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Janene Luff

September 1, 2013

Such sad news..Jim was a terrific person, Dad and senior NCO. He will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers to his family.

Steve Plogsted

September 1, 2013

Jim was a great friend and a military comrade who will be sorely missed

Jean Molony

September 1, 2013

Deb, Micah and Daniel, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the Foy family. love, Jean Marie

Kim Shockey

September 1, 2013

Jim was a wonderful person and an awesome co-worker. He truly cared about those he loved and served. My sincerest condolences to Debbie and family.

Joanne Kusko

September 1, 2013

Jim was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed! My heart goes out to his family during this difficult time.

Jill Collord

September 1, 2013

Deborah, Aunt Joann and all my Foy cousins - my heartfelt sympathies to you all. Jim was a great guy. Appreciating the recent family gatherings and fond memories of Jim and what he stood for. He will be missed by so many.

Robert Foy

September 1, 2013

I will miss you brother.

Granger Butler

August 31, 2013

MSgt Jim Foy was integral to the success of several programs in the 445th ASTS. His can-do spirit, and positive reinforcing messages were ever-present. Great senior NCO, and first-rate friend. Sincerest of condolences to his large family, as he always glowed when he talked about any of you.

Bob Henson

August 31, 2013

Jimbo, you were the best mentor and friend anyone could ever have in their life! I have listened to your telephone message over-and-over again that you left me on Friday morning...wish I was awake to take that call and talk to you one more time. You were an inspiration and motivation for so many people and will be greatly missed. I love you so much and will miss you even more...thanks for everything you did for me!

LIsa DIFIlippo

August 31, 2013

So sad for your family, James E Foy was an awesome man and I was proud to call him friend. What a loss.

Christine Raabe

August 31, 2013

You will be missed, Jimbo, by so many. Thank you for serving our country and being a great family man and cousin. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace.
Love,
Christine Raabe

Liz Ping

August 31, 2013

Sally and family - you have my deepest condolences.

Darin McKinney

August 31, 2013

First things first would be what comes to mind when I think of Jim. He was a man who knew the mission whether with us in uniform or speaking of his family and home. Condolences to the family and our prayers will be with you all.

Jan Johnson-Bright

August 31, 2013

Sgt Foy, you were one of a kind. The best mentor and friend. You will be greatly missed.

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