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POOLE, LEONARD (JAMEY) J III., passed away November 2, 2013. Born May 27, 1965 in Miami, FL, Jamey graduated from Miami Killian Senior High in 1983 and obtained his A.A. degree from Miami Dade College. In 1986 he joined the City of Miami Fire Department as a firefighter and had a 24-year career that included time as a paramedic/ EMT and rescue diver. Jamey also owned many successful businesses that included, J.S. Maintenance, and Fireman Jamey Pressure Cleaning. Jamey, known as Lenny by many of his firefighter colleagues, lived by his own rules and had many lifetimes of memories and experiences in his too short 48 years. He was a true original, full of life and always up for an adventure. He never hesitated to help a friend or stranger, and always reached out to those in need. Jamey was the life of the party and always ready to share a laugh with whomever he encountered. He was an accomplished snow skier who especially loved spending time in Aspen, CO. An avid power boater, Jamey mostly loved riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. He traveled extensively across the country claiming that no trip was too far when he was on his Harley. He loved, and was loved, by so many people. He will be greatly missed by his family and large circle of friends that he touched deeply. Jamey is survived by his father and mother, Leonard Jr. and Sandra, brother Jeff (Tira), many nieces, his beloved and loyal companion, Panda, and his ex-wife Michelle. A casual celebration of his life will be held Friday, November 8th at Kings Creek Village Tavern, 8100 SW 81 Drive, Miami, beginning at 4pm. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made to your favorite animal rescue charity.

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Published by Miami Herald from Nov. 6 to Nov. 7, 2013.

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Ronbo

October 31, 2022

Jame-r. Good to know your memory is alive and well. See you soon. Ronbo

Stephanie Rogers

November 4, 2021

I miss you so much. Wish you were here. Say hi to my mom and dad. Mom is new up there so show her the ropes.

Sandra Siegel

November 3, 2021

Miss you... I was in Rio and thought of you and how much fun we had on our trips to Brazil.

Leonard Poole

November 2, 2021

Miss you son.
Dad

Stephanie Rogers

May 31, 2021

Happy Birthday. I miss you.

Sandra Siegel

May 30, 2021

Happy Birthday in heaven!!! Xoxo Sandra.

Michael Hoadley

May 29, 2021

The best friend I ever had!

Michael Hoadley

November 8, 2020

Wow ...Nice to see some people still remember Jamie.

Sandra Siegel

November 3, 2020

Hi Jamey... I think about you all the time.. we had a very unique friendship. from our trips to Brazil trips to New York we had so many good times... I can’t believe you gone but I’m sure you’re watching over all your friends and families and loved ones...one day we will meet again ... xoxo Sandra

Stephanie Rogers

November 2, 2020

The most amazing person I ever knew. I miss you so much. You made me laugh all the time and had such a kind and loving spirit. I wish that I could just give you a big hug and tell you that you are still missed. My heart just breaks thinking you aren't here. Hugs and kisses.

Elizabeth Fihaley

November 2, 2019

Missed you for so long. So happy I finally found you and then you left me again so quickly. You were my first friend. I never forgot you.

Dave mora

October 31, 2019

Thinking about my good buddy Jamey the other day. he was a good friend

October 31, 2019

I still miss your friendship. Your abstract personality was contagious and pushed friendship to the limit and was always held on by trust and kindness. Shannon and I miss you. So does you god daughter trinity. Thank you for all joy you've brought to our lives.
Jason Hooper

July 2, 2019

Sandra Siegel

May 28, 2018

Happy birthday my friend❤

michelle ordaz

May 27, 2018

Happy birthday

michelle ordaz

May 27, 2017

Happy birthday miss u always

Panda and michelle

Beth Fihaley

May 17, 2017

Thinking of you and the family my friend.

alex stayton

May 12, 2017

Miss you my friend!! We miss and love you. Alex and Maria.

March 24, 2017

Hey Jamie.. Thinking abut you.

Patty Delgado

November 15, 2016

I am so sorry for Jamey's loss. I had the pleasure of meeting him many years ago in Cancun. We had the greatest time. Very funny and happy person. RIP Jamey. :(

Michelle Ordaz

November 2, 2016

Can't believe it's been 3 years today think about you and miss you everyday....... Michelle and panda

Michelle

May 27, 2016

Happy b day miss u

January 17, 2016

Jamey and I wee roommates 30 years ago. We remained friends over time. I miss him. He was one of the few people who could challenge my intellect.

November 2, 2015

Miss u every day .. michelle and panda

November 2, 2015

It has been two years today and not a day goes by that I dont think about you. Miss and live u.. michelle and panda

Elliot Key sand bar

August 2, 2015

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Jeff Poole

July 26, 2015

So today July 26, 2015 will be Jamey's last day at a Fire Station. I brought him to work so we could leave on our/his final trip to Aspen Moutain. One of the first long motorcycle trips Jamey took was to Sturgis, SD for bike week, by way of Niagra Falls of course. On Monday July 27, I will be riding his 1994 Fatboy to Sturgis with Jamey leading the way. From there we will continue onto Aspen/Snowmass Colorado where he will stay as he wished. Thank you all for your words, thoughts and prayers. I know he played a huge part in all your lives as he did mine. We miss you big brother!!! Go figure the longest ride together and no Jamey stories, That's just not right. Guess I'll just have to replay the oldies in my head. Your bike, your bag, your ashes to your condo, your still the center of attention.

Jamey's final day at a Fire Station

July 26, 2015

Big Jamey, rides on

July 26, 2015

Jamey loaded up for the final ride to Aspen

July 26, 2015

June 7, 2015

I was just going through the last string of text messages that you sent me. I miss your advise and support.

June 7, 2015

Jamey, it is 12:56 am. This is the usual time that you would send me a text of your escapades. I have saved all of your texts from the year before you died. I miss you. You made my life more interesting by sharing your experiences.

Paula Vergili

April 4, 2015

Hello Poole family I am just finding out about Jamey! If anyone can please contact me. My condolences to the Poole family, I knew Jamey well and I am in shock. I haven't been in touch with him for quite some time. Please call me if you can. Paula 408-307-6032

March 21, 2015

It has been over a year. You were my friend. I miss you.

David

December 28, 2014

Taking about you the other day at the station great memories.

December 25, 2014

Jamey, It has been a year since you have passed. I, and all of your friends miss you.

November 22, 2014

I miss you You were a good friend

Ron A.

November 6, 2014

Hey buddy! It's been a year and I thought it right to commemorate your passing as life's events slowly dims the memory of your dynamic personality and our 25+ years of experiences. What a shame that you left us too soon. You were a good guy with a compassionate heart who treated others better than you sometimes treated yourself. You are missed.

Alyssa

November 2, 2014

I haven't been able to write until now. I have known you since high school, and we had remained such close friends. Nobody had a heart like yours my dear sweet Jamey. Anyone who was fortunate enough to know you and be blessed by your friendship knows how difficult this loss is. You have always been there for me and my family, and I will miss you forever!!

February 26, 2014

Just got back from Aspen. Think about you all the time. Still can't believe that you're gone. I hope that Valhalla has a 'Big Burn' that you can get some runs on.

Lisa Rollnick Fox

February 23, 2014

I am so sad! Yesterday a pipe burst in our laundry room where I had boxes of high school stuff. My '83 Catamount had a little moisture on it so I had I drying. Today I checked on it and went through it page by page telling my husband about my 10th grade year. I was very close to Jamie and Jeff. We lived in the same neighborhood. If anyone from the neighborhood remembers, our bus stop was at 97th Ave and 78th St. My house was on that corner. At the time there was a 4' concrete wall on 97th Ave which was at my house. Jamie and Jeff taught me to ride their dirt bikes across the street from their home where we played football and climed trees. My family moved to Texas that summer and I lost touch with everyone. Today promted me to find out about our class and how to find my old friends. Unfortunately this is where my search has ended. Jeff or anyone else from our old neighborhood please contact me. I live in Boynton Beach now. My cell is 775.250.8525 and my email is [email protected]. My heart goes out to Jeff and his family. I hope someone sees this and contacts me. Back then my name was Lisa Rollnick and a lot of people called me by my middle name Karin. I hope this tragedy brings some of us back together again.

February 1, 2014

Jamey, I think about you every day. I wish I could have saved you from yourself. You were one of the best persons that I have ever known.

South beach 1995

Sandra Peters/Siegel

January 21, 2014

key west 2000

January 20, 2014

Rio De Janeiro 1991..

Sandra Siegel

January 20, 2014

Sandra Peters/ Siegel

January 20, 2014

Jamey when we met you were 25 years old. I am in shock that I google your name today after sending you text with picture from when we were young and not getting a responses from you. I am devastate by your passed. You were the best friend a woman can have. I always remember from our trips to Brazil, NYC your first time there... U were the light of the party... RIP my friend with all my love...

Beth Fihaley

December 11, 2013

I am so sad. Jamey and Jeff were my built in little brothers. He taught me to climb fences, play kick the can, even throw a football -like a girl of course. He wiped my tears when my heart was broken the first time. There weren't too many days for the first 14 years of my life that we didn't share. It's so sad to think he's gone. My heart and soul to all he touched and those that love him.

lisa whalen

November 30, 2013

Jamie I wish so much that I contacted you earlier...I have missed you so much, that I called on Thanksgiving, to wish you well. And I needed a laugh!.I wish I could take back time. You were wonderful to me, and I know that you loved me. I will miss you till my death

Maria and Alex Stayton love you like a love song. Only 3 of us will ever understand

Alex & Maria Stayton

November 27, 2013

Keith Nyman

November 21, 2013

You were a large influence in my life. My brothers life long friend, so I have known you most of my life. Rest well! You will be missed!

Kim Vernie-Williams

November 11, 2013

So many great memories with such an incredible person with a huge heart!

Gary Thomas

November 11, 2013

Sorry to hear about your son, didn't know him because he joined the fire department after I retired; but did know you and enjoyed working with you. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
Love, Gary & Nancy

Jon Hart

November 11, 2013

Lenny, I enjoyed our conversations at Station #12! You inspired be to get in shape and lose weight in the late 1990's. You lived life to the fullest and were not afraid to live on the edge. Brother, I Hope to see you in Heaven some day. Your Friend, Jon Hart

Paula Marie

November 10, 2013

Thank you so much for my 40th birthday Jamey. I will meet you up there, so make sure you keep that boat running well. I will expect another ride. Love you. xo

November 9, 2013

Jamey, I regret we all lost touch after my Mom died. I have so many good memories of my family trips to see you guys in Miami. Sandy, Lenny and Jeffery, Thank you as well and my heart and prayers will continue to be with ya'll. Even though mom is gone I just want you guys to know that I love you all very much.

Jaime Feldman

November 9, 2013

I hope you're watching from above and see how many people love and miss you. Your flame was blown out way too fast. Not being able to say good bye hurts. The memories though live inside each of us and that flame can never blow out. To the Mountains of Vail, Jamey... the boyz ski trip and the town were never the same after.

Debby Llavona

November 8, 2013

You lived your life to the fullest. You will be missed by many.we will never forget you. Enjoy your wings of freedom.

Holly Swanson

November 8, 2013

Sandy and Lenny,
So sorry to hear about Jamey. You are in my thoughts.

John Lackey

November 8, 2013

God speed Jamey the ring bearer at our wedding in 1969.

Jason Hooper

November 8, 2013

Jamey,
You have made some of the biggest impacts in my life. You've helped me discover the love of my life and are a Godfather to my daughter. I am about to graduate fire school and I know you'll be there. I miss you big bro! You always had faith in me to be successful and I won't let you down. You lived like you were dying every day I've spent with you. I'm so happy I've gotten to spend several years with you especially,a ton of time with you this last month, and I'll never forget you. Love you
Your second family,
Jason, Shannon, and Trinity Hooper

November 8, 2013

My condolences to the family, so sorry

November 8, 2013

Its with a sadden heart and with deepest sympathy expressed to Jamey's family. We have know Jamey for many years in and out of our daughter Sumer and my Grandsons Mason & Logan life. He was truly a role model in his profession as a Miami Firefighter as well as having an outstanding warm personal caring toward all. He will truly be missed.
Pat (Orloff)& John Moses

November 8, 2013

Jamey , You were in our life off and on for many years as a friend of our daughter Sumer and a Role model for our grandsons Mason & Logan. What a wonderful caring person and such a tragic loss for all who had the privilege of knowing a caring individual as yourself. Our sympathy goes out to your family with the loss of a son and brother who gave so much a part of himself to mankind as a firefighter.Truly such a tragic loss. You will truly be missed.
Pat(Orloff)& John Moses
Daytona Beach Florida

November 8, 2013

November 8, 2013

Kim Hawkins

November 8, 2013

Gone too soon Jamey. I'm so happy I spent those too short minutes chatting with you last year. I will treasure that moment now even more. My deepest condolences to your family and all the people who loved you.

November 8, 2013

Well like the song says, "The good die young" but like my brother, this is way too soon. Rest in Peace.

Family

November 8, 2013

Family

Leonard Poole

November 8, 2013

Cuynthia Campbell Barfus

November 8, 2013

I'm sorry to hear of his passing. I remember him as a small child not able to stand or sit still.

Jeff Janulionis

November 7, 2013

You were 1 in a million. One of the most giving individuals that I have ever met. It was truly an honor & a privelage to have known you. You are the only person that I could say, whose name could truly lived up to the saying, "The Man, The Myth, The Legend". Rest in peace brother.

Graduation Class of 1986

David Mora

November 7, 2013

I will miss my buddy Big Poole, known by Jamey or Lenny by many. He was a genuine tough guy, a man with no fear ready to take on any challenges. A loyal friend with a gentle heart.Rest in Peace My Classmate, My Brother Firefighter,My friend.

Alicia Keating

November 7, 2013

My prayers go out to the family, sorry for you loss. Although I haven't seen Jamey in many years since we were young, I was sadden to hear of his passing.

November 7, 2013

alex stayton

November 7, 2013

you will be missed dearly.

Chris Pallidine

November 7, 2013

Jamey God Bless you my Friend, you will be missed! Many Blessing and Prayers to your love ones...

alex stayton

November 7, 2013

love you brother.

November 7, 2013

Words cannot explain the void you left in many of our hearts. You will always be loved and missed by all but especially me my friend. Always had your back no matter the consequencess

Cindy & Chris Casiano

November 7, 2013

Jaime,
Hope you find peace and everlasting happiness.

leona rogers

November 7, 2013

We were all touched by your sudden departure. Our grief is deep. To our family you were a brother and a son. Jamey you are in our hearts forever , love, The Rogers Family

Michael Hoadley

November 7, 2013

Jamey, you were the best roommate I ever had but you were an even better friend. I don't know anyone who could provoke me to think more critically than you could. You will be missed.

Stephanie Rogers

November 7, 2013

I have known you practically all of my life. You have been an amazing friend and always been a true friend to me. I can't believe that you are gone. You were an amazing person and had a great sense of humor. I will miss talking about high school and just being around you. You were kind and generous and no words can express how sad I feel. You have always been close to my mom and brothers and we all loved you. I wish you could know how much you will be missed. My heart is breaking. Part of me feels like it died with you. I know that you are up there having the time of your life and know that when it is my time, you will be there to meet me.

Craig Radelman

November 7, 2013

Rest Well my friend, You ran hard and fast. I am grateful we got to chat in Key west. Lots of Great Memories! You will be sadly missed but never forgotten.

Emily Burton

November 7, 2013

Saddened and heartbroken that you were taken too soon, now you will live forever in our hearts with your generous and loving spirit. Thank you Jamey for making the world a better place. My prayers go out to the family, sorry for your loss. The world will be missing a beautiful light.

Robin Bryan

November 7, 2013

I will miss knowing you are not out there. You were a wonderful first love and I have never forgotten you. I know I will see you again someday.

Chuck Manetta

November 7, 2013

Lenny I wish I had gotten to know you better, but what time I did spend with you on the job, you were a great guy and good friend. You died much too young. Rest in Peace My Brother.

Mark Losada

November 7, 2013

Jamey, you were a Hell of a firefighter! You always had every bodies back and when you left, you left a huge void. You are greatly missed and I am proud to call you a friend. Your friend Mark.

November 7, 2013

Sorry to hear of your lost
Freda Cale Martin

panda and michelle

November 7, 2013

the best daddy in the world we will miss u. love u for ever

November 6, 2013

Bill & Leonora (HB) Remsen

November 6, 2013

To my buddy, I'll miss our energetic talks and friendship. There is no question your a one of a kind guy in my book. We all miss you.

Mark Albury

November 6, 2013

Gone to soon, I am so saddened to hear of Jamey's passing. My prayers are for those left behind. Lenny I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember you all in my prayers. May God's grace grant you a measure of peace in this dark hour!

In Normandy, France

John Bishop

November 6, 2013

I will miss you, Jamey.

Julie Polish

November 6, 2013

Sorry you have left so soon... you will be sorely missed.... thoughts and prayers to your family. ...RIP .... it is not goodbye it is see you later

Randall Davis

November 6, 2013

Will miss you..gone too soon..RIP

Boomer Ormson

November 6, 2013

Sorry to hear of you leaving us so soon. I haven't seen you in a long time. I will see you on the other side

Will Claro

November 6, 2013

I will never forget the great times we had. You always brought out the adventure in all situations and you will be the subject of many great firehouse stories for a long time to come. Godspeed my brother!

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