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James Leslie Brooks Jr.
1941 - 2013
James Leslie Brooks Jr.
1941 - 2013
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BORN
1941
DIED
2013
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Phil and Susan Burnett
August 24, 2014
To the Family of Jim Brooks:
Words cannot express what Jim Brooks means to us. Our deepest condolence goes out to Jim's entire immediate family and all of his Amway family. A great loss here on earth has become one of God's Greatest Blessings in Heaven. Jim Brooks changed our lives in such a way that we still live today by the principals and work ethic that he and his team taught us. Jim was always been here for my family and I. Our two boys, Kyler and Kordel are living examples of what Jim Brooks is all about. Jim, I will miss singing "Happy Birthday" to you every May 3rd until we meet one day again. Thank you for being my friend under zero conditions.
Sincerely, Phil, Susan, Kyler, and Kordel Burnett
craig howard
May 4, 2014
Its sad to hear Jim's passing, I just ran into it tonight. I knew Jim personally and he was a very inspirational man. He was a genuine person and yes I was in his Amway Business for 2 years. Those 2 years changed me forever and Jim was apart of that change (Good Change) Lord please comfort Jim as I know he is there with you.
Daryl Croft
April 16, 2014
I have only just become aware of Jim's passing and am saddened to hear this news. I had the privilege of meeting Jim at a number of WWDB meetings and events a number of years ago. Jim's determination and drive stood out and became a source of inspiration in my professional life. He taught me principles that I extend to the high school students I now teach. Thank you Jim for what you shared with all of us. I will look forward to seeing you again one day when we are all united with our heavenly father. Daryl Croft
Earl Fritts
August 18, 2013
Jim, We know you aren't in pain anymore and GOD will take good care of you. But Mari and I will miss you very much.
I've known you for 40 years from Aberdeen to Olympia to Scottsdale. Thru good times and bad times we've remained good friends and I will miss you giving me a bad time.
Someday we'll be together again with our savior Jesus Christ. We'll see you then, Earl and Mari Fritts
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August 17, 2013
Jim was certainly a "one of a kind" type of person.. There will never be another like him... We will all be together one day soon that we know.. Thanks for being our friend!
Bob & Mary Smiley
Darren Conrad
August 17, 2013
Can't you just see Jim now? An endless stream of dreamers packed in together to hear Jim speak, inspire and entertain. "Go up to Quinalt, get a load of logs, back down to Aberdeen, drop 'em off. Go up to Quinalt, get a load of logs, back down to Aberdeen, drop 'em off". Makes me smile every time.
I haven't been around Jim for a long time, but Jim has been in my life ever since I met him because of the principles of life and business that he's taught me. He was a man's man, and that didn't mean macho. That meant a man who stood up for what he believed in, defended God, family and country, never wavered in his beliefs, was an example for others and still had a soft side. I'm not even half the man you are, Jim, but I'm more of a man than I was because of you. Thank you for that.
Linda Kalland
August 16, 2013
I am so proud to have had a part in Jim's life and business. He was our neighbor in Montesano and our 1st customer and then became a business associate and our first direct in the Amway Business.
I am sure that Al welcomed him Home and they are catching up on everything!
Wendy and I send our ove and prayers to the girls and all the family.
August 16, 2013
Jim our dear personal friend and mentor,
Our words of gratitude and sadness fail to convey our hearts. Your spirit of encouragement, hope and love will always be with us. And at the most important part of our life journey you were ever pointing us to Jesus. You will be truly missed. We look forward to when we will be together again. Thank you for making an eternal difference in our lives.
Love, Chuck and Natalie Hay (Olympia, WA)
Leigh Roberts
August 15, 2013
I have lost my best friend, but I will see you again down the road when we
are both with Jesus. I love you my friend.
Leigh and Pam Roberts
Larry & Sandi Siferd
August 15, 2013
Chris. Jeanne Ready
August 14, 2013
Jim Brooks. Only God knows the impact you had all the thousands and thousands of lives while you were with us. A man of character, a patriot, a leader of men. Thank you for being the man you were, you will be missed. thanks for always living on principle. See you on heaven.
Chris Ready
August 14, 2013
We are two lives forever changed. Jim Brooks, a man of truth, conviction and a warrior for freedom. These are some of the qualities that attracted us and created an environment for us to want to be better. You Inspired and motivated thousands, only god knows the numbers of people who will spend see you again in heaven. You will be missed, but we will see you again. Love ya
D. Lindley
August 14, 2013
We think of Jim often as his spirit has always been in Amway and those who knew him. Jim was also a great baseball coach for the girl's middle school baseball team. He always encouraged them to have fun. His smile was genuine and he made you feel joyful. Warm blessings to all of the families.
Bill Cullins
August 14, 2013
Oh how I loved listening to your audio cassettes as I worked. You kept my dream alive!!!!!
Thank You, see you in heaven :)
Clark Potter
August 14, 2013
Sorry to hear Jim has left us but know he is Gods Warrior in Heaven now. Sure will always appreciate his motivating talks and great positive attitude. Mary and I will always remember Jim as one of those people that helped change a young couples lives many years ago.
Clark and Mary Potter, Auburn, WA.
Scott Mills
August 14, 2013
Our family will always be grateful for the inspiration that Jim was to us. We were encouraged through the example of his life, to put action to our dreams. A great American. A great man. We love you Jim.
Scott & Joreen (Denver CO)
Bob & Karol Strobel
August 13, 2013
You were always a delight to be around. A "Great American". We can only imagine what you are experiencing in Heaven.
Tom Wallitner
August 13, 2013
If the people who loved Jim Brooks could have given just minutes of their own lives to extend his...He would have lived to be a very old man.
Chuck & Cindy
August 13, 2013
Thank you Jim for being a true and dear friend and letting us share time in your life. Thank you for all the good and great things you have done in your life, from serving your country, standing on the rock of Jesus Christ and not being ashamed to speak the truth, for reaching down and lifting us up so that we might stand on you shoulders and see a brighter future ahead and especially for being there for us when we lost our son Rick. We know that wasn't easy for you.
We know God is rejoicing at your coming home to Him and what you have become is a that great gift back to God you always taught us about. Gods gain is our loss, we will miss you greatly.
We find few true friends in life, we are blessed to know you and call you our friend. Miss you and love you. It won't be the same here without you.
Our best wishes, thoughts and prayers go out to Jim's family. May God bless and watch over you all.
Sincerely, Chuck and Cindy Mace
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