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for James Considine
Jane Pendergraft
August 17, 2008
Dear Considine Farmily,
Jim Considine was a mentor...a teacher extraordinaire. Our lives crossed more than 20 years ago when he was my boss at New Spirit. Such a great mind, such a great teacher, such a great support...but most of all such a great role model. All of these things were so meaningful...things for which I am forever grateful...but still and all the thing I remember most about Jim Considine was that twinkle in his eye. It defined him...was catching...and personified the beautiful spirit of this beautiful man. Still to this day I periodically think of his profound influence on me...so it was with great sadness that I read of his passing.
I do not know you, but feel as though I do for I remember often hearing Jim talk about you with great love and affection. I hope it is some comfort to you to know how well loved, well respected and highly regarded he was by so many...most certainly by me. An extraordinary man with an extraordinary gift who had an extraordinary impact on my life. I am indeed grateful I knew him.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Jane (Stone) Pendergraft
Mary Keegan
August 13, 2008
Dear Considine Family,
At Holy Rosary Church in Houston, where Jim was a parishioner, he was President of a group called the Special Events Committee. To endeavor to accomplish a community in a downtown parish, we sponsor four seasonal social activities.
Everyone of the committee is deeply saddened by Jim's death. Some of us have one big consolation. At a Bible Study meeting the Sunday before he died, the subject included death and eternity. I think that all of us who were there will remember Jim as we last saw him - smiling and waving goodbye to us. When I asked for thoughts on an entry in your guest book, the following were some responses:
"I found Jim an incredibly unassuming gentleman. His megawatt smile sent rays of warmth and kindness through everyone who saw it. He Will be greatly missed."
Frances Peterson
"Please give our condolences to Jim's family." Kim Nguyen
"At our next meeting I would like to include in the agenda some suggestions for a memorial to his work at Holy Rosary." Catherine Till
"Jim and I became close friends the first time we met. He was like an older brother to me."
Bob Mitchell
I am Mary Keegan and I worked closely with Jim as secretary of the committee. He never failed to make me feel that the subject at hand was the most important thing happening at that time and that I was doing a super job.
I would like to brorow from the Irish heritage that we share to say,
Dia agus Muire duit a Seamus
God and Mary with you, James
caryn vukelich
August 13, 2008
What a sudden shock and sadness fills me to learn this news. I was out of town so am just receiving this notice. Jim had joined our Bible Study group at Holy Rosary and was an integral part of it. I always looked forward to seeing him and hearing his insights. I will miss him. He was a wonderful, enjoyable man. My deepest condolences to all his dear family and friends.
Jordan Blocher
August 12, 2008
To Jim's Family:
I cried so hard when I found out one of the world's most wonderful men had passed away. Jim was my Godfather, and I have and always will think of him often with great respect and love. Thanks to the opportunities that Jim has given me, I discovered a love and talent for math and I am currently finishing my degree in Mathematics ( minor in Computer Science) at the University of Nevada. I will graduate with the title of Super-Geek-Nerd with a plot to go international.
Jim was the kindest and most generous man I've ever met, I don't think I'd even know what a truly good person was if I had never been in his life. It has been goal for many years to emulate the great people in my life, and Jim has always been the top of the list. I hope I will be as wise and caring as he was as an adult.
I know being wise has a lot to do with listening without judgement, and I am sure to be kind and generous to the children who are now in my life (!).
I love Jim so much and will miss him more than ever.
I wanted him to know that I will try to make him proud.
I wanted him to know that I believe in the future, and I believe in mankind.
I wanted him to know that with every step I take, it is my intent to take a step closer to the Kingdom of Heaven.
I will see you there & I love you Godfather Jim.
I don't know if his family will get this note, but would love to keep you updated on my life and I have an e-mail that never got sent I would love you to read.
Please e-mail.
Betsy McCarthy
August 12, 2008
Dear Jack and Ruth,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you on the loss of your brother.
Betty McCarthy and family
Peggy Gordon
August 12, 2008
Dear Ann and the Considine family,
There are no words to express the sadness I feel of the loss of
Dr. "C", as he was affectionately called. I have worked with him thru Group Plan Clinic, New Spirit and Benesy days up to when we went our separate ways.
But our BenesYs family has kept in touch, I do treasure those good
memories so. He was always so full of life, that laugh I will never forget,
I feel so privilege to have worked with Dr. C and will miss him.
With deepest sympathy and heavy heart
Peggy Gordon
Carole Kelley
August 12, 2008
Ann and family,
I thank God for letting your Dad be a part of my life. I am the Special Projects Secretary here at Holy Rosary Church. Your Dad and I work together on the Dominican Gala and other projects and he truly was a wonderful person, warm, caring and giving of himself. May he rest in the arms of our Lord in eternal peace.
Prayers,
Carole Kelley
Patrick Madden
August 11, 2008
Dear Ann & family,
I only got to know Jim when I joined the scripture study class at Holy Rosary Church just eight months ago. In that short period of time however, I could tell he was someone special. I'm going to miss his humor, kindness and keen insights into the faith. I feel blessed for the opportunity to have known him, and our class and Parish won't be the same without him. God bless you, Jim.
"Lo! I tell you a mystery. We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised imperishable, and we shall be changed." 1 Cor 15:51
Carlo Di Nunzio
August 11, 2008
Dear Ann and Considine Family,
I am so sad to hear of the passing of your father.
Dr. C (whom I so often addressed him as) was a true gentlemen and an inspiration to me. I was Dr. C's architect for his condominium home in Houston. It was a pleasure and an honor to work with Dr. Considine over the three year period that we worked together on his home. He was always so engaged in every aspect of the design process of his home. I remember spending an entire day selecting all the furniture for his home. Dr. C. must have sat in at least fifty different chairs and sofas. Looks were important, but for Dr. C. value and function were just as important (if not more so). The same held true for his bathtub, it had to feel right for Dr. C., so I told him that we just need to go and try on a few on for size...and he did!
He was so proud of his home and I in return I was so happy for him and proud that I had the blessing and opportunity to have worked with him.
What wonderful man he was. I will miss him so much and I regret not having stayed in touch with him more frequently.
May all the wonderful memories you have of your father find you peace and solice through this time of sorrow.
May God Bless you and your entire family and may GOD TRULY BLESS DR. C.
Carlo Mario Di Nunzio, AIA
Houston, Texas
Betty Storms
August 11, 2008
Dear Ann and family,
There are no words to express the sadness I feel, at the loss of your Father.
Jim was a mentor, and a dear friend to me, since the early eighties.
I can see his smile over the many meals we shared.
His compassion and love of life was always an inspiration.
He truly was the gentleman.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
May you find peace and comfort in knowing his love for you all, and that his spirit lives on in you-
With deepest sympathy,
Betty Storms
Julie and Carter Ingram
August 11, 2008
Dear Ann and family,
Your dad was simply amazing as he took care of your mom -and you and Molly- as he made sure your mom was having fun, resting when she needed to, and loving her for her. The gentleness and love he has shown the whole Walsh family... truly an awe inspiring man. We could do well to learn from his example.
Reading these entries, I see how many lives he has touched, and will continue to do so. Be proud of your dad, we all are.
We love you.
Pat Walsh
August 11, 2008
Dear Ann, Jim and Molly,
Please accept our sincere condolences on Jim's death. He is in a far better place and is keeping a loving eye on all of you. I remember him best when he and I would visit at the cottage while we were waiting for Ann to finally get ready to come up to the farm. We always had plenty of time to catch up on all of the news. You are in our prayers.
Love, Aunt Pat and all the Walshes.
Luis Gonzalez
August 10, 2008
Dear Considine Family,
Jim was a great friend, mentor and counselor to me for the past 30 years. He meant so much to me and my family and was one of the most generous people I have ever met. As successful as he was, I know that his true joy was reveling in his family's glow. I would always ask him about a car or something trivial, and somehow the answer would always evolve in to his most recent trip to visit his daughter. He loved life and he believed in me and for that, I will always be grateful. Thank you for sharing him with all of us.
Sister Paula Jean Miller, FSE
August 10, 2008
Dear Ann and family,
Our prayers and sympathy are with you over the sudden and unexpected death of your father, Jim. I had just had lunch with Jim July 28 to discuss this fall's Archbishop J. Michael Miller Lecture which Jim and the Foundation so heartily supported, both personally and financially. Jim was so excited and looking forward to meeting Stephen McEveety, the producer of The Passion of the Christ, this year's speaker. We intended to surprise him at the event with a plaque in his family's honor with the names and topics of all the Miller Lectures thus far. He now knows the surprise! How wonderful that such a strong supporter of Catholic education at the University of St. Thomas and of priestly and religious vocations would die on the Feast of St. Dominic. The Franciscan Sisters of the Eucharist will have a Mass offered in our chapel for Jim and his loved ones.
sara bullington
August 10, 2008
Dear Ann and Family, I worked with Jim at New Spirit. I say I worked with him because that's how it felt. Even though he was the boss, he never pulled rank. He was a mentor to me, someone to hang out with, someone to laugh with, to learn from , to love. And love him I did. I am so thankful that he was in my life. He spoke of you always with pride and love. I know you are heart broken. Hopefully, knowing that he lives on through you will be a comfort. sara bullington
Katie Hammond
August 10, 2008
My dear Ann and Family:
Words can't begin to express the sorrow we feel in our hearts regarding your loss. Jim was such a caring, kind, loving and thoughtful man. He meant the world to your mother and my sister, Mary. The trip he took with your family and Mary to Disney World was a fantasy come true for her. Jim was a rock during her serious illness. He made our loss of her more bearable by his courage and strenth. The world is a much better place because of your father. Ann. He will be missed by all those who had the privledge of having their lives touched by him. Our deepest sympathy to you, Ann, Jim, Molly and to all of Jim's family. You are in our prayers and thoughts. We love you. John and Aunt Katie
Alicia Chavez
August 10, 2008
Ann & Family,
My sincere condolences to you on the death of your beloved father.
Jim was a dear friend to me as I worked and cared for his dear priest, Father Gerard Joubert, O.P. I can only see God's providence of calling Jim to heaven on the feast of St. Dominic. I know Father Joubert was there to greet him home to await us all.
Please share my love to all your family, especially Charlie and his family. I will keep Jim and all of you in my prayers.
Katie Hammond
August 9, 2008
My dear Ann and Family:
Words can't begin to express the sadness we feel for you in your loss. Jim was such a gentleman, always kind and thoughtful to us. He meant the world to my sister, your mother, Mary. He was a rock during her serious illness. The trip Jim took to Disney World with your family and your mother was truly a fantasy come true for Mary. He made losing her bearable by his gentle spirit and strength. Our hearts ache for you, my dear Ann. Jim will be missed by all whose lives he touched. The world is a better place because of your father, Ann. You are in our prayers and thoughts. With our deepest sympathy to you all. Aunt Katie and John
Mary McIntosh
August 9, 2008
Ann and family
We are saddened to hear of your dad's passing. Both of your parents love and treasure you and we all do too. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers as you face this most difficult time.
Love
Mary, Matthew, Michael, and Melissa
Ted Hammond
August 9, 2008
Ann, Jim, and Molly:
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family. Your dad always treated me with kindness and made me smile… and he absolutely adored Molly. He always made everyone feel sincerely welcome, and even though, as his nephew, I saw him rarely, I knew he genuinely wanted to help guide me.
We were both very lucky to have the fathers that we did. Please let me know if there is anything we can do for you.
Ted, Kayla, Maggie, and Gage
Cindy Considine
August 9, 2008
Uncle Jim was such a support to us in Houston since we moved here in 1979. He was Jack's godfather. As our family grew, he attended all of the family events, Holiday dinners, Baptisms, Holy Communion Services, and he was the Confirmation sponsor for both Lisa and Ryan. He attended all of the school events like an honorary "Grandpa" as these two children grew up. When I was diagnosed with cancer in 2007 he was there at my side and visited at the hospital almost every day. I knew he was ready to assist as needed. He will be greatly missed by our family. With Love and admiration for a wonderful man,
Cindy and Jack Considine
Lisa and Ryan Considine
Bob Ryan
August 9, 2008
We'll certainly miss Jim. After he closed his practice I'd only see him at church or the 59 Diner. We always shared a good laugh. A great Irishmam - he was the life of a party. Kind, compassionate and a wonderful listener. He'll be sorely missed by all of his friends and loved ones in Houston. You've earned your reward - God Bless!
Gayle Kamen-Weinstein
August 9, 2008
Dr Jim was my mentor and friend. I was the first social worker to work with him at Group Plan Clinic. He had a vision for the delivery of mental health services. Brilliant, warm and friendly. He could always make me laugh and was there for me when I needed him. I felt secure knowing he was out there. I am comforted to know he is smiling down on us.
john walsh
August 9, 2008
Doctor Jim was married to my sister Mary and was always kind and most generous to her. Jim and I went to Prep high school in Erie, Pa.-- a regular, good guy. Never a big deal just "one of the gang". He dad John was a professional boxer but Jim was an easy going laid back sort. Jim was a devoted father making many trips to Connecticut to visit his beloved daughter Ann, granddaughter Molly and son-in-law Jim. In fact he was there for several days this past June for father's day. Ann is like a fith child to us, having lived less than a mile away in Connecticut and I think spent more time at our house than hers. She was always a joy to have around. Ann, as you know, your dad was a great person. We pray that in time God will take away the pain of his sad passing. love, aunt helen, uncle john, and your brothers and sisters: Johnny, Kath, Keegan and Maureen.
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