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Robert Wagner
March 3, 2022
James personified the officials official. Having devoted much of his life to the challenging field of arbitration, he was a gentlleman and a true professional that brought a deep respect and solid perspective to the art of officiating. Most of all I was proud to call Jim a friend and always enjoyed his sense of humility and sincere dedication to the art of officiating. Peace be with you Jim
Valerie Benavides
September 2, 2021
I worked with Jim when he worked at the City of Dallas. I got to know him better in 1984 when I was fortunate enough to get in two evening accounting classes that he taught at El Centro Community College, Dallas. He was an excellent teacher, always fair, easy to understand, eager to share his knowledge & made accounting easy. THANK YOU JIM! Heartfelt condolences to his family. May He rest in God's Holy Peace.
Francisco Villar
March 20, 2021
Jim Blackwood (JB); a wonderful man. His subtle humor and warmth always made him so approachable. His presence was highly sought-after by everyone at camps, clinics, and academies. He was always willing to share his knowledge and wisdom with anyone. Descanse en paz, JB.
Scott Steenson
March 20, 2021
I met Jim when I was a young football official in the Dallas Football Officials Association. As I moved up in officiating experience, I was fortunate enough to be hired by the Southland Football Conference. Jim became the Supervisor of Officials and I worked for him for approximately 8 years. When the NFL inquired about my experience and qualifications Jim was instrumental in my being hired by the NFL as an on-field football official - a career that lasted 23 years. Jim was a brilliant football mind and a true mentor and friend. He will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.
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Robert Horton
March 19, 2021
It was my privilege to know Jim for many years. He was a good man and will be missed by everyone that knew him. Condolences to the family and rest in peace Jim. Robert Horton
Roy Rennels
March 18, 2021
Jim was a dear friend. As many others have said, I would be nothing in the world of college football were it not for his mentoring and influence. I will truly miss our weekly calls - just checking up on one another.
Rest in peace my dear Friend. May God bless his family in this time of sorrow.
Frank White
March 18, 2021
Jim was a friend, a boss, a leader and a compassionate person who worried about everyone. I enjoyed our talks, our meetings and his ability to listen to everyone’s thoughts. Jim’s videos were not only constructive but a total piece of art. He will be missed by me and so many others. God Bless Jim Blackwood.
Frank and Sally White
Terry Leyden
March 17, 2021
The college football officiating world will never be the same. Jim was the best at his trade as a leader and the most fair person we officials ever worked for as a Supervisor.
How ever good one could argue that Jim was as a leader of football officials, he was all the more a great person. The Texas charm was unmatched. Never once did Jim give you the impression he was too busy to chat, whether it be about football, life or what ever was on one's mind.
It breaks my heart that I will not be able to join 100's of friends that will remember Jim's great life, but know he is looking down on us all.
Blessing Dee. Know that all who loved Jim are praying for your comfort and sweet memories.
Terry Leyden
Dan & Sylvia Romeo
March 17, 2021
To the family of Jim Blackwood. Jim was not just a mentor to me in my football officiating career, but extended all of his expertise and knowledge to all officials. I will always be forever indebted to Jim for believing in me and giving me my start in D-1 football officiating. All my success is owed to Jim. Jim was an honorable man who always looked out for his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all!
steven strimling
March 16, 2021
Jim's Kindness and leadership will be carried on by all of us who he has touched. There was no finer Human.
David Pieczynski
March 16, 2021
I first met Jim at the Big Sky conference for new replay officials in February of 2015. My fellow new replay officials had to privilege to learn from, and become friends with one great man! Jim was a fantastic mentor, and even a better person. I am so grateful for the opportunity to learn from, and meet Jim, and spend time with him at a few other Replay conferences. Without getting the opportunity to learn from Jim, I would not be where I am in the world of college football replay. Jim,. may you rest in peace. God has received one great football man, and a true gentlemen. We will all miss you.
David Pieczynski
Michael hall
March 16, 2021
Back in February 2015. I was on my way to officiate a Charter High girls and boys game when I received a call from Jim inviting me to join the PAC-12. I was grateful for that day. Things happen for a reason. Jim did not hire me when he was overseeing the WAC.
Rest in Power Jim.
Michael Hall
Matt Loeffler
March 15, 2021
Very saddended to hear the news of Jim's passing. He was truly a bright light in the way he lived his life and in the world of football officiating. He was always there to help. He had a huge influence on many careers, including my own. I will miss him. I know God will enjoy his company in Heaven! May God Bless Dee and the rest of the family during this difficult time.
Walt Coleman III
March 11, 2021
So sorry for your loss. A great friend and mentor. Jim made a difference in so many people's lives and officiating careers.
Mike Defee
March 11, 2021
Our football world lost an ICON! He was a dear friend and mentor to me. I couldn't begin to count the number of lives he touched and influenced through officiating. To his wife Dee and all of his family, I pray for the Lord to grant you peace and comfort! I'm going to miss Jim Blackwood but I will endeavor to help carry his mission of helping other officials!
Robert Wagner
March 14, 2021
Jim knew the Lord and walked the talk. I enjoyed having Jim sit in with some of
our pregame bible studies. He always had a solid faith and exhibited his faith
in all he did. Football was the means for us to gather and share life especially
how we were to minister to those we were given the privilege of serving as officials.
He was a great teammate on and off the field and I'm sure as his films are reviewed
by the eternal referee he will get high marks. May the Lord be with his family and
all those who loved him
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Michael Smith
March 14, 2021
May Jim enjoy the promises of our Savior, Jesus. Eternal life in heaven. I have witnessed your love for life and people. May all that know Jim and Christ be comforted by the fact that we will meet again.
Tom Bessant
March 13, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Jim mentored me and countless others as a football official. He made officiating better in so many ways and we will miss him dearly as a friend and colleague.
Victor Firth
March 13, 2021
Jim was a great leader in officiating, but an even greater friend and a true gentleman who enriched the lives of so many. I loved Jim and will miss him dearly.
Robert Cameron
March 13, 2021
Jim Blackwood was far more than just our "boss." He expected, and accepted nothing less than, excellence from each of us. But, more importantly he was a friend that cared about us a people. In addition to the professional expectations, he also encouraged us to truly enjoy what we did, and those with whom we did it. He understood the importance of the personal relationships that we could, and did, develop with those with whom we "we went to war" with every Saturday. Those relationships, as well as his exceptional leadership, made us the best we could be.
We all owe so much to Mr. Blackwood, that we could never repay, except to do our best each week, and make him proud.
Mr. Blackwood was simply the best.
He was loved by all of us. We will miss him, but his legacy will endure for a very, very long time.
Robert Cameron
Proud WAC Football Official
Lo van Pham
March 12, 2021
Thank you for your kindness to us all. It was an honor and privilege to work under your leadership in the WAC.
Ken/Marcie Rivera
March 12, 2021
Jim was kind, gentle, and loving. He was an honorable man who always looked after his family and many friends. He provided opportunities for young officials to advance their officiating careers. He was a wonderful friend and confidant. He will be missed. Love to Dee and family.
Ken/Marcie
Kemper Morris
March 12, 2021
I sure am going to miss my Coffee Buddy!! He was a good man!!
Andrew Castagnola
March 12, 2021
I was blessed to have know Jim for these past many years. He influenced many and will be missed greatly!
Karl Richins
March 12, 2021
Our time and conversations together will live on forever. You didn't tell people how to live, you showed people how to live. You will be missed but always remembered. I will miss those Christmas and Thanksgiving telephone calls.
Gene Semko
March 11, 2021
He found the goodness in everyone. He was always loyal. Every time I experienced success with a bowl assignment he always called me up to congratulate me as he was so proud of me. He did this to everyone who had ever worked for him. I owe my success to him as he arranged for my move to the Big 12 from the WAC. He will be missed. Condolences to his family.
Helen❤Mike Contreraz
March 11, 2021
To the family of Jim Blackwood, a wonderful man and friend, we extend our heartfelt condolences. Every time our journey was Blessed with Jim's presence, he greeted us - as his picture reflects - with a warm smile! Jim's willingness to share his knowledge of football officiating and Replay was a gift to all who received that sharing. Thank you Jim. May Our Lord Bless your family with His comforting presence and May You Rest Peacefully in Eternal Life.
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