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James Edward Bieri
1948 - 2011
James Edward Bieri
1948 - 2011
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James Bieri Obituary
He was born in Salmon, Idaho to Ed and Helen Bieri. He grew up with four wonderful sisters - Ann, Marta, Susan, and Betty. After graduating from Highland High School, he moved to Moscow, Idaho where he played football for the University of Idaho. He also attended Idaho State University (ISU) where he earned a degree in Business in 1972. During his time at ISU he met and fell in love with his wife Stefanie. They enjoyed camping in their camper trailer during the summer, working on their home and garden, and were to celebrate their 40th anniversary on October 9th. Following in his father's footsteps, he became a State Farm Agent in 1974, and built many lasting friendships, always treating his clients as friends. He has two daughters, Joanna who is a Math Professor in Redlands, California and Kristin who is a Chiropractor in Glenelg, Australia. He was a loving and supportive father who encouraged his daughters to do great things and reminded them to look for the finer things in life. He loved to spend time outdoors with his family where he taught his "girls" to love camping, fishing, hiking, and watching thunderstorms. He supported his family and community in everything he did. He was everyone's go-to guy . He was a member and past president of the Twin Falls Optimist club and he started the Twin Falls Rural Fire District. In support of is daughters' swimming, he was an official, and president, of Snake River Swimming. He worked tirelessly on the Cover the Pool Committee, and is one of the main reasons that the Twin Falls High School has a swim team. We will always remember Jim's smiling face looking up from his garden, making each day brighter for his family and friends. He was a true rustic drifter.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Susan. He is survived by his sisters, his children Joanna (Ross) Bieri and Kristin Bieri, and his wife Stefanie.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church, 161 6th Ave. East, Twin Falls with Fr. Andrew Baumgartner officiating.
In lieu of flowers and in celebration of Jim's life, donations may be made to the Twin Falls Optimist Club or St. Edwards Soup Kitchen.
Contributions may be given to funeral chapel staff or mailed to Reynolds Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 1142, Twin Falls, Idaho 83303.
Condolences may be left for the family by visiting www.reynoldschapel.com.
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June 29, 2011
Dear Stephanie and Family
I wish I would have known about Jim's passing sooner, Fred and I send you our heartfelt sympathy. We have great memories of the swim meets in Twin Falls and working with Jim. The summer Diane spent living with you and swimming with Joanna brings fond memories. Our thought are with you.
Judy and Fred Hohorst
Lynn Schneidermann
June 22, 2011
Jim was a gentleman in the truest sense of the word. He was a man who was always great to work with and surrounded himself with good people. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Julie and Rick Carr
June 8, 2011
Our deepest condolences. Jim was a wonderful person who treated others fairly and with respect and dignity. I so enjoyed the years that I worked for him. He was a great boss.
Mike Winterholler
June 8, 2011
What a great man !
Jim has been my insurance agent and friend for 35 years. We would catch up on family and life whenever I came into the office. I always appreciated his caring about my family and my life and our shared interest in camping and fishing. He always handled our insurance issues with professionalism and treated us with dignity and as a friend. We were blessed to know him..........
Our sincere condolences to the Bieri family........
Mike and Teri Winterholler
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Wynne Gensey
June 8, 2011
In 1991 we moved here from Jackson Hole, WY. When we found Jim Bieri we knew he was going to be our choice for all of our insurance needs. He just exuded friendliness and assurance that he would always be there for us. And he always has been. What a terrible loss for his family that he always spoke of when we visited. Jim was a caring, softspoken, wonderful gentleman, and we grieve along with you.
Patti Adam
June 8, 2011
I feel so fortunate to have known Jim as a personal friend, Optimist member and insurance agent. We have shared some wonderful conversations and lots of laughter. He was so incredibly kind and had such a love for his family. Stefanie, Kristin and Joanna, my thoughts are with you during such a sad and difficult time.
Suzanne Gardner
June 8, 2011
Bieri Family,
I can't thank your dad and husband enough for giving me wonderful swim team memories throughout my childhood and teenage years. You all are in my thoughts and prayers! I have been truly blessed to be a part of your wonderful family while growing up. Thank you Jim!!!
Therese Roemer
June 8, 2011
Dear Stefanie, Joanna and Kristin, The Roemer family is saddened by the loss of Jim. We have such fond memories of those good ol'"swimming days". Please know you are all in our prayers.
Dick and Therese Roemer
Keri DeLucia
Kristen Coates
Jon Idso
June 8, 2011
We have so much respect for the person Jim was. He was our insurance agent for many years and over that time we were able to witness his integrity. He had a great sense of honesty, but combined it with humor and fun so it didn't seem stuffy or pompous. We will miss him.
Ed & Kathy Gudgell
June 7, 2011
Jim was not only our insurance agent but a truly good friend and will be missed greatly. Ed and I have known Jim for about 24 years and he was always there for us in our insurance needs and has been there for our sons also. Our thoughts and prayers go out for the family and his staff at State Farm, it won't be the same with Jim gone.
Michael Machala
June 7, 2011
Jim was a friend to my parents and a big help to our family. I benefited greatly from his legacy through swimming, and for that, I am eternally grateful. My thoughts are with him and his family.
AJ & John Whitecotton
June 7, 2011
Jim was more than our insurance agent he was someone we could count on to always have a smile and warm welcome whenever we saw him. He was so exicted for us when we told him we got a new trailer and wished he could be with us camping. Jim will always have a place in our hearts and we will never forget him. We wish only the best for the family and want them to know that our thoughts & prayers are with them always.
Ed and Gay Blunt
June 6, 2011
To Jim's family, we offer our sincerest condolences for your loss. Although we only knew him through the office, we stayed with him for the past 28 years because he earned our trust and respect. All our prayers, Ed and Gay Blunt
June 6, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about Jim. He will be a great lose to our family. Our prayers will always be with Stefanie and the girls.
Kathy & Gary Jones
Tom Machala
June 6, 2011
Stefanie, Joanna and Kristen
We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a great help and inspiration for Michael's swimming career, as well as our insurance. He was always kind and insightful and a great community asset. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom, Maggi & Michael Machala
June 6, 2011
To the Bieri family:
We were deeply saddened to learn of Jim's passing. He was our agent for over 30 years. Jim was always so helpful and expedient when we needed him. We will miss his warm and friendly personality. May you find strength during these difficult times. Our deepest sympathy, Larry and Pam Watson
Carol Benson
June 6, 2011
Please remember the good times. It will help you get through this time. He loved what he did and people. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carol Benson
Jim Paxton
June 5, 2011
I have met many good people in my lifetime but few as good a man as Mr. B. Just this past Tuesday we had great conversation which was easy, because our friend was always so easy to have a visit with. We got caught up on life and family as well as friends. Mr. B shared with me how blessed his life was and you could hear it in his voice how happy he was. Stefanie, Joanna and Kristin I look forward to sharing with you the conversation we had on Tuesday. It was special but they all were. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mr. B.,thank you for being my friend.
Jimmy
Gail Kohntopp
June 5, 2011
Stephanie and family,
We send our deepest condolences for your loss. We have fond memories of vising New Orleans and the jazz festival with you two, Pattersons, and Paxtons several years ago. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
-Gail and Steve Kohntopp
John and Kathy Jones
June 5, 2011
We were deeply saddened and shocked to hear of Jim's passing. We had a lot of good times and fun together while we lived in Twin. He had a great heart. So very sorry for your loss. John and Kathy Jones, Sunrise, Florida
Stephanie Huffman
June 5, 2011
I will always remember the joy on your face when you showed T and I the herb garden and water fall that you had just finished. You will be missed deeply by all those who were blessed to know you.
Megan Ashenbrener
June 5, 2011
Stephanie, Joanna and Kristin, I am so very sorry for your loss. Jim was truly a wonderful, friendly, giving person. I loved the swim team days, he was very special. You are all in my family and my prayers.
Rick & Karen Bolian
June 4, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this very difficult time. We're left with great memories of Jim. A wonderful person in every way.
Wayne & Donna Bohrn
June 3, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Reynolds Funeral Chapel
June 3, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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