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Janice
September 29, 2023
You were the Best of the Best!
October 15, 2014
Dear Ginny,
I am so sorry to hear about Jim. He was a gentle and kind man with a smile for everyone. I am honored that I got to know you both. He will be missed by all he has touched. Again please except my deepest condolences and my prayers for you and your family at this time.
Sincerely,
Tammy Bonacci
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Dawn Pennala
October 9, 2014
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Dawn Pennala
October 9, 2014
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Dawn Pennala
October 9, 2014
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Dawn Pennala
October 9, 2014
Dawn Pennala
October 9, 2014
Dad I am so very Proud of you! You are my hero !You have touched so many lives. You and Mom have helped make me the strong woman and mother that I am. Thank you for you. As you have taught us , your DASH is what is important.
We honor you and dearly miss you always,You will never be forgotten! OOH-RAH!! Love you always Dawn Sierra Cheyanne.
Ryan Schweihs
October 8, 2014
My grandfather Jim Proffitt was a true heroe and inspiration to everybody. Without him I wouldn't be where I am and who I am(right now). I learned so much about people and about the world thanks to him. I love you grandfather. You will always be my Marine. OOH-RAH! Thank you for being there when I need you and thank you for being my grandfather.You will never be forgotten. You will always be in my heart. You have touched everybody's heart.Your memory will be shared for generations.
Janice Velentzas
October 6, 2014
Virginia and Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. I was honored to have met Jim and how together, you helped so many. If he lived to be 100 it would not have been long enough. Hugs and prayers Janice and Granddaughter Senica
October 6, 2014
Jim was a great person and will be missed by many people. The O'Toole Family
George & Linda Cramer
October 6, 2014
Dear Virginia & Family
We are very saddened to learn of the passing of a Veteran who was a very devoted family man and also a great friend of all of us in the veteran community. As he is laid to rest, let us cherish his virtues and learn to imitate them. Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your husband, Jim.
Most of us have to confront the loss of loved ones during our lifetime.
However, it is never easy when the time arrives. It is an occasion for
moving memories of growing up and of all the things loved ones have
done for us. It also serves as a reminder of our own mortality; bringing
our lives into perspective in a way that few other things can.
We hope you will turn your thoughts to the good times you shared with
Jim and remember that he is now resting in a better place.
May God grant you and your family comfort and strength in this difficult time.
Mary Beth Richardson
October 6, 2014
What a loss for all of us. I am so happy that I had the chance to get to know you and learn so much from you. There will not be a Sunday that goes by that I don't think of you. Miss you dearly my friend.
October 5, 2014
Jim, you will be so missed by all of us.
Jenny Blondie
Larry & Garnett Shaver
October 5, 2014
From our family to your's, may you find comfort in knowing Jim is at peace and without pain.
Virginia please except our most sincere condolences' on your loss! May God grant you the power to carry your family on with what life may offer.
judy/grinch
October 5, 2014
A great man. Jim will be missed.
October 5, 2014
The world has lost a great man. Condolences go out to Jim's wife Virginia, his children and grandchildren as well as his extended family. We are all better for having known Jim and using his life as an example of how to honor and respect all vets and those in need. Rest in Peace, Marine. You will be missed.
Jim
Jack Picciolo
October 5, 2014
On October 30, 2014 the world lost a true advocate for homeless veterans. My condolences to Virginia, Dawn, Kim, Annette, Jim and their families.
Jack Picciolo
October 5, 2014
Daniel Yatsko
October 5, 2014
You will be missed my friend.
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