James R. "Jimmy" Blakemore III

Well grandpa,
wow he was such a very good perosn.
I miss him so much i still have no idea how i am still surviving without his love and warmth on these very cold nights:(
I really do miss him alot.
He was my bestest friend,And when i needed help he would always be there(:
He would make me the greatest food in the whole entire world.
And i thank him for that alot!
Im am litterally crying as i am writing this right now.
I can't do alotta the things i used to do because i would always do them with him.
I have to think of the posative though,hes in my heart and in grandmas heart and everyone one he knew should know that we have lost the most wonderful human on this planet...I love you so very much grandpa.
Sincerly,Stephanie Maire Blakemore.

Dearest Judy,
I send my deepest condolences.
So often, I think of the great times we had in our youth.
The years with Jack Burkhard, the gigs, the double dates , and on and on.
Sure it has been so many years and so many memories we shared but you and Jim have never been far from my heart.
Jim was not only a fine musician, but a wonderful person who I will remember forever.
God bless you and your family.

Dear Blakemore family, I'm very sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. I took drum lessons with Jimmy from Chuck Melhorne way back when. He will be missed. Phil

Dearest Judy,Jimmy and Randy
Although it had been years since I had spoken with Jimmy, I feel good that I had a chance to speak with him last month. I will always remember him with his "Dutchboy" hair cut. He would comment to me that Buddy and I couldn't wear our hair as such because we were "too Italian"
My he now Rest In Peace.

Randy,
My condolences on the passing of your father.

Dear Judy,Jimmy & Randy,

I'm so sorry to hear of Jim's passing.He was one of the last of the good guys and will be missed by everyone.

Regards,

Chuck Hoover

Judy and the gang, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss.

Jimmy was someone I cared for and admired.

I have amazing memories of the years we spent together on the road and he was always Mr. Calm in all of the insanity we call show biz.

In my many years of managing both Buddy and Jack it was always good to know I had Jimmy to talk to.

We had more laughs and stories than anyone can ever imagine or believe.

Jimmy was the consummate pro behind the drums.

I am going to miss him and I am grateful and proud to have known him.

And yes Jimmy wherever you are right now:

"You can have dessert"

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Dear Judy,
My sincerest condolences to you and the Blakemore family.
Ed Pruszynski
Katy, TX

Judy, Jimmy Jr., Randy, and all the grandkids. We are deeply saddened and send to all of you our sympathy. As we reflect on the passing of Jimmy, a great loving Husband, a fantastic caring Dad, and a proud compassionate Grandpa, our family will always hold close to our hearts many memories of a true loyal friend of many years. We’ll remember Jimmy as a man who enjoyed laughter, fun, family get-togethers, and an occasional lobster. We’ll remember Jimmy as a superior, yet humble musician. A person who one moment would acknowledge a standing ovation from thousands of music lovers and ten minutes later become the down to earth friend we knew and loved. We have traveled together often, dined together often, visited together often, and have had many laughs together. Good bye Jimmy. We’ll miss you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Chuck & Diane Stewart and sons, Bill, Scott, Tim, and Dana.

Judy and Family,
We were terribly saddened by the news of Jimmy's passing ...
He was the best...........

We are saddened to hear of the loss of Jimmy. Our prayers are with you and your family at the sorrowful time.

Judy & family,
I am still stunned hearing of Jim's passing. We went back together so many years and I have so many wonderful memories of him. Not only as a musician, but as a person he was was indeed a class act. May God bless Jim, you and your family.

Dear Judy,

I was so sorry to read in the paper today of the death of your husband and my old friend. It has been so many years since we were in high school together. Those were the best years of my life hanging around with Jim and the rest of the guys. Please accept my sincere sympathy.

My thoughts are with Judy and her family at this very sad time at the loss of a fantasic person who I was honoured to have known

Randy,
You have my deepest sympathy at the passing of your father. Please know that my prayers are with you and your family in the coming days.

THIS NEWS IS STILL SHOCKING TO
TO ME. I AM THANKFUL TO HAVE
SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES
OF JIM AND HIS FAMILY THRU
THESE MANY YEARS. THE WORLD
HAS LOST A MEMORABLE HUMAN
BEING AS WELL AS AN ACCOMPLISHED AND ESTEEMED
MUSICIAN. I LOVED AND RESPECTED
HIM SO MUCH. MAY HIS LOVE FOR
HIS FAMILY SUSTAIN THEM NOW.