James "Jim" Irwin

Dear Mrs Irwin,

I was just wondering about The Admiral and began to google. I'm two years late in sending this condolence. My apology. I was the Admiral"s driver while at the Presidential Honor Guard U.S. Coast Guard, 1986-1987. It was an honor to be his driver and have fond memories of that assignment.

Dear LaVerne and Family,
I just found out about Jim's passing and I am so sorry to hear of this. You and Jim were always so kind to Ed and I - I remember you so well from our time at the Academy. Jim was always a kind and gentle person who supported his team. My thanks to Jim and his family for serving this country so well. He will always be remembered by many.

My thoughts are with you.
Love,
Chris Blasser

Dear LaVerne,
We were so sorry to hear that Jim had died. He was instrumental during my career, from intervening in my spotty cadet career, and then during my 35 years of active service.
Admiral Irwin was a beacon for me, a man of deep faith with the interests of others foremost in his mind, and always evidencing the highest moral standards. It was an honor for me to serve closely with him several times, to watch and learn at his elbow. He was the greatest of Coast Guard Leaders whose example was a formative force in the lives of those with whom he worked.
Sheila joins me in sending love to you and your children. We will keep you all in our prayers,

Paul Welling
VADM, USCG(Ret.)

My sincere sympathies to the Irwin Family. May God the Hearer of Prayer bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time-Isaiah 65:17

With deepest sympathy and prayers for LaVerne and all the Irwin Family. He will be remembered as an outstanding Coast Guard officer, leading by example, and a true gentleman to all who passed his way. It was really good knowing him. Rest in Peace, Jim.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Russ and Miriam Maine

LaVerne, I,m sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He leaves behind many fond memories for me. Please accept my condolences. Mitch Suzich

Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal
AWARDED FOR ACTIONS
DURING Peace Time Awards
Service: Coast Guard
Rank: Vice Admiral
GENERAL ORDERS:
CITATION:
SYNOPSIS: Vice Admiral James Clarence Irwin, United States Coast Guard, was awarded the Coast Guard Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, culminating as Vice Commandant of the United States Coast Guard from 1986 to 1988. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Vice Admiral Irwin culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Coast Guard.

My heart goes out to you for your deep loss. May you find comfort in prayer and in one another. Jeremiah 29:12,13.

May the fond memories of your loved one sustain family at this time. May you also receive comfort from what is stated at 1 Peter 5:6,7.

I love you Daddy! You will forever be in my heart and thoughts. Thank you for being such an incredible father and example. I miss you.