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for Jim Walters
Scott nagy Logan wva
June 30, 2024
I've wondered over the years about Jim I meet him in hickory he put two of my tattoos on back in the late 80s God bless him and his family he was a cool person for sure rip Jim
Kelly Putnam
March 31, 2024
Were is Martha Jane Walters, my sister was his wife.
Jennifer Bell
January 7, 2022
You pop up in my mind at the most unusual times and I cherish my memories of you. I´m certain you were the first to welcome my brother to the other side. He loved you so.
"Ride hard, die free."
Crystal Martin
February 24, 2018
I miss you every single day. You touched my life in so many ways. Although it's been a while now you are still missed.
Shelley Walters/Clark
January 5, 2011
Daddy, Its been almost a year since you passed. Losing both you and Mom in the past year has left me empty. Ive been designing memorial tats for me to get for you both. It still hurts knowing I cant just pick up the phone to hear your voice. But I hope youre proud that your blood flows on through me,Tab and Eric, Eric will be sworn into the Army next week! Can You believe that? I want you to know youll never be forgotten...I will make sure of that. I love you Daddy....I hope you are resting in peace as you watch over us all. (and please dont be pickin a fight with Mom)
edward and tammy sizemore
October 1, 2010
JUST found out today that jim is gone....met jim at the tender age of 18,i have 14 tats,jim done 12 of them...we had some crazy fun times together at cadillacs night club...u will be missed and i am so glad that my wife got to meet him and they shared a kinship moment in the fact that they both were screaming eagles in the army..you will be missed bro...tat those angels or kick the devils hindend..
myra miller
August 2, 2010
Hey, Jim went this morning to get the orginal personalized tag to put back on the black angel that Doug rides now in your memory. He rides it with alot of pride and your memory is always with us. Went to Thunder last Friday night and requested Pat to sing the song she sang for you. Pat made an announcement in memory of you before she began singing it was from the heart, I cried through the whole song, but hell that's okay right? We love and miss you everyday! Talked to Sherrie the other day and I think Mike is planning a memorial ride for you but I am not sure what day. I will let you know so you can be our Guardian Angel Wings. Doug will be front rider with Sherrie riding with him and I will follow. We will ride proudly in your memory, I know those great big angel wings will be wrapped around all that will ride that day. Later man, love ya.
myra miller
July 20, 2010
miss ya man. think of you every day. doug rides the bike like the legend you are. your grips flow around him like angel wings, so i know you are his gardian angel later miss and love much.
Beth & Jack McDonald
July 6, 2010
I just recently heard of Jim's passing and wanted to say Peace be with you to his family.I've known Jim since i was 18 , im 33 now. He done all my tattoo's & piercings,he also done my husbands tattoo's as well.His memory will live on in our hearts and in his wonderful wearable works of art.There will never be another Jim,you will be greatly missed,We love you !!
Myra & Doug
February 11, 2010
We will miss that smile, wer're going to miss you my friend, the way it all ended, we,d do it all again. We thank God everday that your were apart of our lives. RIP we will always love,miss and hold you in our hearts forever. Have that tattoo gun ready when we meet again. Love ya man.
Denise&Marlene Elrod
January 23, 2010
I have known Jim for years.I always told him when i got the nerve and got a tat he would be the one to put it on my and my son and I went and got one put on at the same time.He was such a special person to my mom and me. We will miss him dearly and our memories and love for him will always be with us everyday. Jim RIP and be the GOD FATHER OF TATS UP THERE ALSO.
Denise Shupe
January 23, 2010
My mom and I have known Jim for many years. He gave me my 1st tat and I was scared to death but he really made me feel at ease. He was such a wonderful man we love him so much and will miss him dearly. RIP Jim we will see you someday until then we love and miss you.
Darla & Jerry Johnson
January 22, 2010
I meet Jim through my husband back in 1998 he had done my husband's tats.So,when I got ready for mine on my b-day he took me to the best around..JIM'S*I remember when I walked in I looked around to see what I wanted--he had such beautiful art-work.I choose a heart and had my husband's name put in it.Jim knew I was a little scared so he laugh and joked with me about putting his name in my heart instead of my husband Jerry.He kept saying sure you dont want Jim in it?and I laughed and said I dont think Jerry would like it.He was a great man:)We took our son to him also he done two for him.I wanted one more tat but I never got back to him--I wish now I would have.I wanted him to do- In memory of my mom that passed away in oct.08.But,I have one that I can wear with pride and smile and laugh when I look at it and remember that good ole day I was in his shop..Rest in peace Jim.You will truly be missed;I just found out about you passing today:(To your family and all your friends may God be with them in they're time of need.God Bless You Jim!!!You were one of a kind.
Crystal Bailey
January 22, 2010
Jim aka Harley Dad you will remain forever in my heart. Even though you thought I wasn't listening (because I never done what you told me to) I was. RIP my dear friend I love you and will do my best to get Sherry out of the house as much as possible. Save me a spot at the fishing hole.
Love You
Crystal Bailey
January 20, 2010
This is so hard to do.I met you 32 years ago. My husband met you 22 years ago. Our son met you 8 years ago. Jim you tattooed all three of us. All of our tattoo's and piercing's will always be worn proudly because they were your's. We will miss you dearly and you will always be in our hearts and remembered forever. There will never be another Tattoo Jim "Godfather of Tattoo's" I am shaking and tears flowing as I type. We know you will be our Guardian Angel Forever. Sherrie will always be taken care of between us and you. Every time your bike is written we know that you will always ride with us. We will miss you dearly, and we will love and keep your memory in our hearts forever. I regret not seeing you in the hospital, but am so truely thankful for there by your side in the end. Hope you found that fishing spot you dearly loved. Make sure you tattoo all those angels, since you are an angel yourself. Gonna miss you man. We will met you on the other side one day with arms wide open. Until we meet again ride safe brother. To your family and many many friends, you all are in our hearts and prayers, may God be with you all. {Doug, Myra and Matt} Lincolnton,N>C>
sharon robinson
January 18, 2010
RIP Jim! You were a great man of many words, you always spoke your mind and even on my worst day you could make me laugh, all us gurls at West End BBQ will miss you alot, you will always be in our hearts.
Kelly Aldridge
January 17, 2010
Jim did all of my tatoos. He will be missed by many. I enjoyed all of the conversations that we had while he was doing artwork for me.
Tina S.
January 17, 2010
About 25 yrs ago my mom and I was in the Harley Shop next to Jim's. Jim walked in and I was like "mama, that guy has a tattoo on his neck"! Several years passed and I got my 2nd tattoo from him. Many times I would go by there and just sit and talk to him. Jim was awesome!
I did not know Jim was even sick and my friend told me night before that he had passed. I could not believe it!
I pass his shop everyday. It will be weird not to be able to stop in and see him.
May God bless all his family and friends. To all those he mentored in AA, stay on the wagon. Tattoo Jim would not want you to fall off!
God bless!
Kimberly Chapman
January 16, 2010
Jim you were not only an awesome artist, but you were a great person. I will treasure all of my tats you have given me over the years. Jim has always been my one and only tattoo guy. There will never be anyone as great as him. My prayers go out to the family. Jim you will be dearly missed. Thanks for all the memories.
Kimberly Chapman, Cherryville, NC
Kathy Fox
January 16, 2010
I heard a lot about Jim and finally got to meet him when my son got a tattoo. He was a very nice guy. He give my son some good advice. Ours thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Gregory Sakatos
January 16, 2010
I knew Jim only briefly. Life brought us to the same crossroad in life. I never had a tattoo and never knew Jim as a tattoo artist. I do now. Jim was a man of many pearls of wisdom and spoke from the heart. I will miss the collecting of those life pearls and the application of them in my life, and I know that many others will as well. Jim, you are missed, but not forgotten, ever. Thank you for giving yourself to us. This world is a better place because of you in it, and so will eternity be.
January 16, 2010
JIM WAS THE ONLY TATTOO ARTIST I WENT TO, HE WILL BE HIGHLY MISSED, HE WAS A GOOD MAN, MAY GOD BE WITH HIM RHONDA AND LARRY WILLIS , HKY NC
January 16, 2010
I would like to thank everyone that took care of my brother at the Hospice house,you all were good to him!and a thank you to all his friends that came last night. Jim was blessed to have so many people that loved him,and thank you to miss Rosco and Robin for being there for me.I love you! Sue
Debra Hanna
January 16, 2010
May you RIP in Jim... You did my Dale Earnhardt tat... Everytime I came into the shop you showed it off to who ever was in the shop..
You did several tats on me, pierced my nose and belly button....
I just saw you last April... I live in Ohio and was home on vacation... We talked about hubby & I getting new tats.. Had plans to come back this spring & get some new ink...
You will be missed and I will wear ur ink proudly!
Many prayers
Deb H
Wesley and Linda Pierce
January 16, 2010
We did not know u personally but we always heard what a great artist u were and a wonderful man. U are an angel at last and theworld will miss u greatly. Our hearts go out to your family.
Brenda Herring
January 16, 2010
A special thanks goes out to Cathy and all of the great people at the hospice house. Not only did you take care of Jim, you took care of us also. You taught is how to let go so Jim could go to heaven. Each and every one of you were a godsend. Thanks for being there. Miss Roscoe
Hospice House 3rd Shift
January 15, 2010
We were blessed to take care of Jim here at the Hospice House. All of 3rd shift will miss him. Jim is in a better place and is not suffering no more. May God rest his soul. All of our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Cathy, Heid, Sandy, Jennifer, Susan, Chanda, Anna
Gina
January 15, 2010
Jim was one of the best tattoo artists I have ever met. He was absolutely crazy, you never knew what he would say next and that made him who he was. I will miss him dearly but I can look at his artwork every day and remember what a great guy he was. We will always think of you, "Uncle Jim" when we decide to get a new tattoo! You will be missed!
Brenda Herring
January 15, 2010
I would like to thank everyone at Bass-Smith for a job well done on Jim's service. I would also like to thank all of those who came to pay respect to a man well loved. I know he will always be remembered. He will remain in our hearts forever. I saw so many people tonight that I haven't seen in a long time. It's great to have friends in times like these. Thanks for being there. Forever Thankful, Miss Roscoe
David Hughes
January 15, 2010
Jim was the best of the best in his art of tattoos i am proud to have been his friend, and love the art work on me by him and slim,he will always be remembered by many people and will truley be missed,rest in peace my friend.
Lisa Edmonds Ricky Buff
January 15, 2010
To Jim's family and dear friends. May God hold your hand though this time and let you know that he (God) is and will always be there for you to turn to in a time unlike this one . Jim was unlike most men and unlike most people that ran a bussiness . He always had a smile when you walked though the doors and made you feel like when you left that you had made a friend for life... and in his heart I believe that Jim meant that he was a friend for life . Durining the time that I got my first Tattoo from him to the last one , he had a way of getting your mind off of the neddle and on to something else . I will always remember the way that he would cut up and joke . Truely a soul that will be miss here on earth but greatly welcome in heaven . R.I.P my friend , and my prayers and thoughts for the family and friends that here below . May we all soon meet again on that side of heaven . Love ya always , Lisa Edmonds & Ricky Buff
January 15, 2010
Jim will be greatly missed. He was unlike any man I have ever known. It only took a moment for anyone to get to know that Jim was very special. He will now be the great artist in the sky, and in our hearts forever. Thanks for all of the great TATtoos.
The Denny's
Kerry Hicks
January 15, 2010
I'm Kerry Hicks...I'm an alcoholic.
The Heavens shine a little brighter tonight because one of our brightest stars has been called home. What a great ambassador for A.A. you have been. You've helped an awful lot of people. How can you do better than that? Job well done, Brother! Peace and Love to your Spirit and your family.
Crystal Christopher
January 15, 2010
Many summer days where spent wondering what new tattoo you where going to get. Coming into his shop made it easy from the begining to the end. He cared about everyone that he came in contact with and loved all. I will never forget him through my beautiful art work .I feel previledge to have been able to have known him.
RACHEL GOBLE
January 15, 2010
jim was the best tattoo artist i have ever met.... JIM I LOVE YOU may u REST IN PEACE...
M Davis
January 15, 2010
Jim was a great friend, tattoo artist,and mentor. We were friends for 15 years.I remember visiting with him many days and learning life's lessons through the eyes of a guy who had seen it all. I'm gonna miss you buddy.
Tonya Spencer Klutz
January 15, 2010
Jim was a good and caring man. He did my second tattoo and some of my dad’s .He was a friend off mine and of my dad and mom, Willard and Linda Spencer. He was there for me when they past away and helped me through the hard times. May you rest in peace and God bless you and your family.
Debbie Shook
January 15, 2010
My fondest memories of Jim were at the Bike Rallys. Jim was the earlybird of the crowd. I would be coming in from a night of fun he would be up drinking coffee, out front talking junk as usual. I waited until I was 44 to get my 1st tattoo and it had to be Jim. Because there is no other. He was so active in so many things. And very, very wise. All that came in contact with him will never forget the smile and love in his heart. My Heart goes out to the family he will be missed in so many ways. Well Jim I WILL see you on the other side. Love Always
jo boone
January 15, 2010
I have known Jim for many years and he was always so nice and kind to others. He was always willing to assist me when I asked him for help for various causes. He was a good hearted, kind man who will be missed by many many people.
E'lesa Baker
January 15, 2010
Once in awhile here on earth we are blessed to run across a few wonderful and meaningful people that leave marks on our soul.Jim was one of those beautiful people.He touched so many people in so many,many ways.This world will greatly miss him,and his wonderful work...
Donna Holmes
January 15, 2010
Tattoo, It's amazing how many lives that you have touched over the years in catawba and burke counties. You are well known for your tattoos, but I think most would say that you are an amazing person of many traits. You have given a lot to your community and friends. You are a great person to be around just to talk to. Everybody that I know, knows you, or have heard of you. I don't have tattoos, but people just appreciate you for being you. I will remember you as being a big kind man with a big kind smile.
May you R.I.P. Jim
Michelle Childress
January 14, 2010
I just heard the news today and my heart is broken. You were truly one of a kind. And will be badly missed.
I pray for peace for your family.
R.I.P. Tattoo Jim.
ALAN DUNN
January 14, 2010
YOU WILL BE MISSED I GOT MY 1ST TAT FROM YOUR DAD "SLIM" 35 YEARS AGO AND HAVE KNOWN YOU EVER SINCE YOU BEEN A GOOD FRIEND AND SURE GONNA MISS SEEING YA SITTING AT THE FAIR THINK I HAVE SAW YOU THERE EVERY YEAR FOR LAST 5 YEARS SITTING AT THE BURGER PIC NIC TABLES. LOL BUT YOUR FRIENDSHIP MEANS ALOT TO ME MAY YOU GO REST IN PEACE N0W THE SUFFERING IS OVER. GOD BLESS YOU,JIM AND TO THE FAMILY MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL MAY GOD COMFORT YOU DURING YOUR TIME OF LOSS. JUST KNOW HE LOVED YOU ALL AND HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE AND NOT SUFFERING NOMORE. GOD BLESS
ALAN DUNN
APRIL CHILDERS
January 14, 2010
MAY GOD REST YOUR SOUL. I HAVE 4 MEMORIES OF YOU THAT WILL STAY WITH ME FOREVER. HE HAD A GOD GIVEN TALENT! NOW WE CAN ALL REJOICE HE IS WITH HIS BIOLOGICAL DAD AND HIS FATHER IN HEAVEN WALKING STREETS OF GOLD. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY MAY THE LORD WALK WITH YOU AND COMFORT YOU ALL DURING YOUR TIME OF SORROW. HE WILL BE MISSED AND REMEMBERED BY ME FOREVER, R.I.P.JIM. LOVE YA MAN! ALWAYS,APRIL BOWMAN CHILDERS
jonathan little
January 14, 2010
I got my first tattoo from jim. He was a great guy..He will be missed. jonathan little lenoir nc
sue c
January 14, 2010
You were certainly a one of a kind man and will be so very missed.
It was a pure pleasure to have known you.
My deepest and most sincere sympathy to all of Jims family. What a Blessing it was to have him in our lives!
Debbie King
January 14, 2010
ive known Tatoo Jim for many years as a friend. i talked to him several times about getting a tatoo and he kept saying "come on by,i'll be there". but i never did and now i dont guess i'll ever have a tatoo. the one and only person i'd ever trust to get a tatoo from is gone. his reputation- both work and personal were to be admired.he did all my last husbands tatoos and most of my brother-in-laws got all theirs from Jim.he was always friendly and happy. RIP my friend.you were just like all your art work- truly one of a kind.
Carolyn Hartzog
January 14, 2010
I'm 26 and have known you since I was about my girl's age which is 7. I got my first tat from you at 18. And since that first one you graced me with three more wonderful tats. One of which was a angel to represent my baby I miscarried. From me, my sis, and my mom we love ya. Keep doing what ya doing cause when I get to heaven I'm looking you up and getting some more ink. LOVE YA.
David Moser
January 14, 2010
Jim's Family - God sends his messengers to this Earth in so many different ways. Jim was one of those people that was able to reach out to some in a way no one else could. I have never met anyone that was able to light up a room with his presence.
So many owe a debt of gratitude to Jim for all the guidance and support he offered. Please know that his legacy will continue to live on this Earth with those he taught so well.
January 14, 2010
I REMEMBER THE GOOD OLE DAYS,BEACH RALLYS,RIDING FAST AND HARD,BUT MOST OF ALL THE INK I WEAR THAT YOU MADE JUST FOR ME,NOT ANOTHER ONE LIKE IT ,I WEAR IT PROUDLY.PEACE AND LOVE MY FRIEND.MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.PATSY TEETERS.LENOIR NC
carolyn hartzog
January 14, 2010
your friends and people you put tats on here in mt. airy will miss you and we love you.
STARR BOWERS
January 14, 2010
YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY FOR SO MANY DIFFERENT REASONS. I WILL NEVER FORGET THE FIRST TATTOO YOU DID FOR ME OVER 15 YEARS AGO AND YES IM ALRIGHT...I REMEMBER ALL YOUR JOKES AND THE WAY YOU WELCOMED EVERYBODY IN YOUR SHOP AND ALWAYS HAD A GOOD WORD FOR THEM. YOU WERE SO MUCH TO SO MANY PEOPLE AND YOU DID MORE THAN YOU EVER GAVE YOURSELF CREDIT FOR. TO YOUR FAMILY HE WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY AND WAS LOVED BY JUST AS MANY YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
eric bowers
January 14, 2010
i met jim when i got my first tattoo at age 21.16 years later when i started hitting my bottom,i saw jim get his 4 year chip.it flipped me out,a year later i was in a halfway house and he befriended me.took me to meetings ,if he did'nt take me he made it a point to sit beside me if possible. he treated like he knew me all my life.that so cool.he was a humble but straight forward man, and a very humorus man.he helped me more than he could ever know. i love and miss ya man!
shandel smith
January 14, 2010
Jim will be greatly missed especially by those of us who were fortunate enough to know him and have his ink on us. I have fond memories of sitting on the counter at the shop and shootin the bull with Jim. He was a great friend and mentor. The sadness of this time is hard but we will see him again in heaven, he is truly an angel on wheels now.
KAY WHITENER
January 14, 2010
MY HEART GOES OUT TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF TATTOO JIM'S.HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS AND WILL LIVE FOREVER WITH US IN HIS WORK.WE WILL MISS YOU.
January 14, 2010
YOU WILL BE MISSED.YOUR WORK WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER. DOUG AND FRANCES HKY.NC
Trish Lowe
January 14, 2010
You will be missed so much "Tattoo Jim"...We Love You and You will always be in our hearts!!!YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED!!!!!!
Trish Lowe-Connelly Springs Nc
RALPH & DOT GREEN
January 14, 2010
JIM YOU WILL BE MISSED VERY MUCH, WE HAD ALOT OF GOOD TIMES RIDING TOGETHER FOR MANY YEARS. YOU HAVE TOUCHED MANY HEARTS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU FAMILY AND FRIENDS. LONGVIEW WON'T BE THE SAME, THERE WILL BE A VOID. GOD BLESS
January 14, 2010
My deepest sympthy for the family of Tattoo Jim. My prayers and thoughts are with you. M you have the peace of God to comfort you.
Mary Watts, hickory N.C.
janet nance
January 14, 2010
i got my first tatto from slim,jim's dad years later i got my next two from the master himself. one is an orginal design that he worked just for me from my late brothers design. may he find quiet green valleys,snow capped moutains and all the peace and freedom he so greatly deserves
Gina York
January 14, 2010
Gonna miss you man...but we already had this talk:) And yes...I listened while he talked to me. It mattered what he had to say to me, I loved you dear friend. I have prayed very hard for you and I am so glad you suffer no more. To all of us who were lucky enough to have been your friend..thank you for sharing. I'll carry your work forever on me, as will many. I keep getting compliments from all over the USA on all my tattoos...the first thing I'm asked is "Who did your work? I like it." Someday we'll finish all those one-legged races you ragged me about so often...and we'll ride together again. Don't forget to put your foot down.
Gaby*** Goodfoot***
jami whorley
January 13, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Alyson Mains
January 13, 2010
My first tattoo... what a memory! Rest In Peace my friend!!
ANITA MILLER
January 13, 2010
MY DEAREST FRIEND AND THA LOVE OF MY LIFE FOR 27 YRS, U WILL LIVE FOREVER IN MY HEART AN MANY OTHERS, U TRUELY ARE A LEGEND IN THE TATTOO WORLD, I HAVE 26 THAT YOU GAVE ME AND EACH ONE HAS A STORY, U WILL BE MISSED AND LOTS OF LOVE TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS, YOU TOUCHED MY LIFE IN SO MANY WAYS, YOU WAS ALWAYS THERE TO CATCH ME WHEN I STARTED TO FALL,AND WHEN I FELL YOU PICKED ME UP AND DUSTED ME OFF AND SAID "YOU GO GIRL, YOU ARE STRONG AND CAN FACE THE WORLD WITH YOUR SMILE" I'LL SEE YOU AGAIN SOMEDAY AND I KNOW THAT YOUR WATCHING OVER ME, LOVING YOU FOREVER AND ALWAYS,
XOXO
Pamela Matthews
January 13, 2010
Rest In Peace Jim... you were a great friend and sponsor..thanks for all your help because of you i have been sober for 3 years now. I'm going to miss seeing you at the fair.. my thoughts and prayers are with your family...i will never forget you JIM
Pamela Matthews
January 13, 2010
Rest In Peace Tattoo Jim..
I will miss you very much. you were a great sponsor and a big help in my recovery from alcohol
January 13, 2010
DEAREST JIM, U WILL LIVE FOREVER IN MY HEART, U R SO LOVED BY SO MANY AND IN THA TATTOO COMMUNITY U R A LEGEND IN IT'S SELF, LOVING U ALWAYS AN FOREVER,
XOXO, ANITA MILLER
Rick Chapman
January 13, 2010
I got my first tattoo 27 years ago. A friend told me to call Jim. We called him up and he said come on I'm here.Jim gave me my first tatt at his old shop back of the pillow shop. He put a green mosquito saying RAID !! and a tnt bomb on its leg. From that day I got to know Jim. He has done 5 tattoos for me. He was a amazing person to talk to. The last tattoo I got from Jim. I told him that Slim did my dad's tattoos and you doing my tattoos. I ask him will your boy do my son tattoos? He said I do not know. If he does like me and if your son will like to get one. I will say yes.I like shooting the bull with Jim and talking about the good old days. You will be miss and god bless you and your family . WILD MAN RICK
Paulette Mojica
January 13, 2010
R.I.P Tatto Jim.
Lyndia Hedrick
January 13, 2010
Jim will truely be missed by all his friends who loved him as family. We would always see him where ever we would go and he always had a smile and a joke to tell. I wear his ink proudly. He was a very talented man in many ways. We salute you and say good bye, for now. Jon and Lyndia Hedrick
Teresa
January 13, 2010
Rest In Peace Jim!
Martha Walters
January 13, 2010
Jim will be missed by so many. He had a big heart and an even bigger smile. I was blessed with his friendship, and my life is so much richer having known him. Even though our marriage didn't last, our friendship always will. Love always.
Lori Conner
January 13, 2010
You will be missed so much Jim. I am so proud to have shared the past 15 years as your friend and I am proud to wear your ink. You will forever be in my heart as you always had a way of making me laugh. I know that one day we will ride together again. Ride free and happy!
Jennifer Parrish-Faulkner
January 13, 2010
Jim, you were truly one unique and amazing man. I met you at age 13 and was the "other" daughter Robin had. I grew up in that shop after school for years. You did my first tattoo on my 18th birthday. You were my walking self help book for years. And I even broke down and went to meetings lol. Thanks for all the long talks about how stupid boys were. It was nice to have you just right upstairs to lend an ear. I am thankful that you had so many wonderful friends and family who were there for you in the last days of your life here. I know we will all miss you. You have left quite a legacy here on this earth. I am at peace knowing you are not suffering. Thank you for being such a loving person and putting yourself out there for the benefit of all of those you touched.
t herman
January 13, 2010
God Speed Jim! You helped a lot of people be better people! Prayers to your family!
Connie Zinkow
January 13, 2010
Such a dedicated man who always had a smile and a kind word. When he spoke, it came from his heart, it was a divine inspiration. He will be missed by so many. He is in God's loving arms now.
Connie Zinkow
Linda Sigmon
January 13, 2010
Jim you will be missed you done alot of tatts for my family and i and we loved them everytime i look at them you will be thought of everyday and will be remember. The Sigmon Family
Nancy Warren
January 13, 2010
Jim you will be missed by all I had my nose pierced and I remember how you made me laugh to get my mind off of what you were doing.Couple a months later my daughter came in from Ohio and you did hers. I met you because of her. You did a great tatoo of Dale SR. on her when he was killed and it looked just like him. You did a couple on her and some on my grand daughters. You were a very happy person and made each person you came in contact with smile and laugh. Thank you for all the things you did for everyone. You will be missed. God bless you and your family.
Joyce & Jeff
January 13, 2010
Jim likely rode a Harley through the Pearly Gates of Heaven, walked up to Jesus with a big smile and offered to give him a Tattoo.
We Shall always hold fond memories you you in our hearts. Your work will continued to be carried my many people upon this earth until we gather again.
God's speed our friend.
Boomer
January 13, 2010
Got many tatts from Jim an even more compliments from people on how good they looked.He always had a smile on his face.Rest in peace my brother an may God Bless your family
Theresa Fletcher
January 13, 2010
I never got the chance to know you when you were healthy but I see your work everyday when I look at my OldMan.
Theresa
Juli Gibson
January 13, 2010
You will be missed Jim! You were always such a sweetheart and such a good friend to me. RIP dear friend...
My Condolences to all of Jim's family.
Bobby Talton
January 13, 2010
I thank God for putting for putting you in my life over 25 years ago. You made my world a better place with you in it. I will always treasure the artwork you have put on my body.
Your Brother forever,
FatBob
Jeff Lever
January 13, 2010
Jim was like a brother to me & always good to my family. I have known him since 1981 we became very good friends. My daughter was sponsored by Jim in 4 or 5 Little Miss Beauty Contests, from 1982 -1984. My faimily and I will miss his great stories and wit. Sorry for the familes lose, He surely will be missed by all. Jeff & Linda Lever (Lenoir, N.C.)
January 13, 2010
PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS TO ALL OF JIM'S FAMILY AND FRIENDS HE WAS LOVED BY MANY AND A VERY WISE MAN THAT HELPED ALL IN NEED,peace my friend Bobbie,Page and Michelle and Heidi
January 13, 2010
JIM DID ALOT OF MY TATOOS HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE OR SOMETHING FUNNY TO SAY HE WAS ALSO A REAL FRIEND TO MANY HE WILL BE MISSED GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY SANDRA MORGAN ICARD N.C.
January 13, 2010
The world is a better place because of Jim. He had an infectious laugh and a sly little crooked grin. You couldn't help but love him. He was so proud of his children and the work he did. Jim was a wonderful person and friend. There is only one Jim. May he live on in our hearts and minds.
Always,
Lisa Clontz
Vicki Testerman
January 13, 2010
You will be missed and always loved by many.....You were an amazing friend....You will always be in my heart....A dear friend for many yrs....
My thoughts and prayers to your family
Michelle Mathis
January 13, 2010
Jim was a great guy with a lot of heart and soul. His life will be celebrated for years to come through his artwork, some of which I proudly display. Through laughter and tears, both in his shop and in his group meetings, Jim changed lives for the better. What more of a legacy could a man ask for? You will be missed, Tat Man!
Jennifer McMahon
January 13, 2010
Thank you Jim for touching my life with your wit, talent and acceptance. Love and prayers for family and many, many friends. Ride hard.
The Jones Family
January 13, 2010
I didn't know Tattoo Jim, however being from Longview he was well known. Just wanted to say to the family that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. It will be odd to ride by the shop daily and not see his truck sittin out front. He was loved by many and will be missed by all. God Bless.
January 13, 2010
jim you will missed
Freddie Wilkinson
January 13, 2010
Jim we here at Angel of Hope House Inc. will miss you. We are looking forward to the day we will be meeting with you again, see you in the future my friend, you will not be forgotten.
Wallace
Buddy
and the rest of the staff
Pamela&Richard Wadlington
January 13, 2010
Jim we all sure will miss you in our hearts. When i came in to get my last tattoo you kept asking me are you sure and i said yes . You could always make me laugh no matter what.Then i found out my brother -in -law Chris had done some tattooing with you i was suprised. Chris does really good work .Jim you was great at what you did ! My husband and i send our condolences to his family and dear friends. Jim you will be missed so very much ! You are at peace and in heaven now where you want hurt no more . It hurts very much to hear about you but i know you will be with our heavenly father .Jim thanks for all the great work you did for me. God Bless YOU !!! I will have alot of good memories when i see the tattoos you did for me! Thanks Jim for being you.You were so down to earth so sweet and kind and never out of the way you were a good man !We will miss you !!!! You will always be in our hearts and thoughts! We will miss you!!!
debbie sherman
January 13, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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