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James Malaney Obituary
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Diane Malaney
November 25, 2021
Even though you have been gone 16 years, you are forever in my heart.
Barbara Zimmerman
November 22, 2021
Jim was such a great guy! We all miss him.
Barbara Zimmerman
November 28, 2020
We all miss this wonderful man taken way too soon! I cannot believe it was 15 years ago. Your wedding is still so vivid in my mind along with the others who have since passed being there. It was a wonderful occasion.
Barbara Zimmerman
November 22, 2019
Remembering Jim with love and a smile.
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Diane Malaney
March 27, 2012
This morning I remembered how you said you wanted to buy a motorcycle after you retired. This could have been the year. Happy Birthday Jim! You are still in my heart.
I love you. Your wife, Diane.
Diane Malaney
November 25, 2011
Six years and so many changes. The family keeps growing. I wish you were here with me to experience it all. I love you.
Your wife,
Diane
Diane Malaney
March 27, 2011
We are all remembering you today as another birthday is here. How time flies. I'm singing our song. Happy Birthday Jim. All my love.
Diane
March 27, 2011
Happy Birthday Pop.
Love,
Amber
Parry Sound in Canada, I can't remember the year
January 5, 2011
Diane Malaney
December 25, 2010
Now there are three grandchildren to share the joy of Christmas. I hope you are watching down on them today. Merry Christmas Jim! I will always love you.
Your wife,
Diane
November 25, 2010
For anyone that really knew my father, you know what today was. I can remember walking down stairs at 9am and being passed a mimosa. Cheers to the most wonderful man that I will ever know. Your family misses you!
November 25, 2010
I love and miss you more than anyone could realize.
Diane Malaney
November 25, 2010
This is the first time since you passed away in 2005 that your anniversary falls on Thanksgiving Day. You are still with me Jim. I love you.
Your wife,
Diane
Diane Malaney
August 6, 2010
Happy Anniversary Jim. Today another little grandson entered the world to help celebrate our day. I love you and miss you.
Your wife,
Diane
Diane Malaney
March 30, 2010
I hope you were looking down from Heaven on your birthday as I dedicated the dance to you. I love you Jim.
Your wife,
Diane
Diane Malaney
December 25, 2009
Wish you could be here today to share in the excitement of watching Maverick and Allie open their presents. You would have been great with them. Merry Christmas Jim! I love you.
Your wife,
Diane
Claire Johnson
November 26, 2009
Miss you very much! You were always so happy & kind to everyone. I am here at your your house with my Daughter, Diane & my Grand Children & Great Grand Children for Thanksgiving. My dear husband, Gary joined you in heaven in June.
Love Claire
Megan Malaney
November 25, 2009
I love and I miss you...
Diane Malaney
November 25, 2009
Four years ago today you left us. As we sit at the Thanksgiving dinner table tomorrow we will all have our own memories and stories of you to remember and share. Though you may be gone, you are not forgotten. Until we meet again. I love you.
Your wife,
Diane
Megan Malaney
June 21, 2009
Happy Father's Day. I love you and miss you.
Love,
Megan
xo
Diane Malaney
March 27, 2009
Happy 59th Birthday Jim! I woke up thinking about how we would have celebrated today. Family, lots of food and drink, music and fun. I have a video to watch of one of your birthday celebrations. I Love you.
Your wife,
Diane
Diane Malaney
December 25, 2008
Merry Christmas Jim as you celebrate your 4th Christmas in Heaven. The choir of angels must be beautiful to hear. I miss you and wish we were together. I love you. Your wife Diane.
Megan Malaney
November 25, 2008
Today marks 3 years since you left us, and I still miss you everyday.
I love you now and always,
Megan
Diane Malaney
November 25, 2008
It's been 3 years since I've seen your face, heard your voice, touched your hands. I think of you often, and sometimes I cry, other times I laugh. Just the other day Stephen was talking about the two of you working on the planters in the backyard. He said it wasn't fair, that the time we had with Jim was so short. He's right. But we all learned so much in the time we had with him. As Thanksgiving was one of Jim's favorite holidays, let's remember him and what he added to our lives.
I love you Jim.
Your wife Diane
Diane Malaney
August 6, 2008
Happy Anniversary Jim! You were on my mind so much today as I thought back to four years ago when we married. We never knew our time together would be so brief. I have the memories to hold on to. I love you.
Your wife, Diane
Amber Malaney
June 15, 2008
This has been a very sad weekend, today is Father's day and I miss my dad so much. I wish that he could be here with us, cooking out in the backyard and making frozen drinks.
Jim's Daughter,
Amber
Diane Malaney
March 27, 2008
Happy 58th Birthday to my husband Jim. I know if you were here today we would have been making fun of you as AARP + 8, or another year closer to retirement. I can't believe this is your 3rd birthday in heaven. It is very lonely here without you. I miss you, and still feel lost without you. I love you so very much. Your wife, Diane
Megan Malaney
March 27, 2008
Happy Birthday Pop! Today you would have been 58, ya old man. I wish you were still with us, but I know your watching. I miss you and love you so much.
Love always,
Your Princess
Amber Malaney
March 26, 2008
Well, tomorrow would have been Dad's 58th birthday. It still shocks me that he didn't make it to 60. I miss him so much, and think about him every single day. Life without him can be very, very sad. However, I know that he is watching over Megan and I, planning out pranks for the day we meet again. Jim's Loving Daughter, Amber
Megan Malaney
February 4, 2008
Pop,
Jewel joined you in heaven today. I hope you two are now back together. I love you and miss you.
Meg
xo
Diane Malaney
December 25, 2007
Today is Jim's third Christmas in Heaven. This morning I remembered our first Christmas together in our new home. We went to the tree lot and Jim picked out the perfect Christmas tree. Only we underestimated the size of our ceiling in the living room and when we set it up we both laughed at our little "Charlie Brown" tree. Well we gave it to his daughters, and then we went back to the lot to buy a second tree that was beautiful. That night we heard a crash in the living room and we both ran out to see that our tree had toppled to the ground. We had to laugh.
I wish you were here Jim to join in the excitment of the day. I can't wait to see Mavrick open his presents. Next year there will be a second grandchild. You would have made a great Santa Claus! Mavrick loves to go to your curio cabinet and I tell him this is your Grandpop in Heaven. He is watching you and he loves you. Merry Christmas Jim. I Love you. Your wife Diane.
Diane Malaney
November 25, 2007
Today is the 2 year anniversary of when Jim left this earth to become my "Tubby Hubby Angel". I attended a mass in Jim's memory along with other family members and friends. As it is still difficult to hear his name read at the service, today a ray of sunlight beamed down on the altar as if Jim was giving a sign saying, I'm with you. I can't believe two years have gone by, so much has changed, yet not the memories of the life I shared with an incredible, loving man. His presence was missed at the Thanksgiving table as my son Alex sat at the head of the table where Jim would have been. I placed the 2007 Hospice Bell in Jim's curio cabinet to acknowledge another year gone, but not forgotten. I love you Jim. Your wife, Diane
Megan Malaney
November 25, 2007
Today is 2 years...2 years since you left this earth. I still miss you everyday. There is so much I wish I could tell you. I love you and miss you.
You are my hero.
Love, Meg
xoxoxoxo
Mandy Malaney
November 21, 2007
It's Thanksgiving tomorrow ~ Jim's favorite Holiday and his eldest daughter Amber is cooking her very first Thanksgiving dinner ~ she's sooooo excited! I know he'd be so proud of her!
Diane Malaney
August 6, 2007
Today is our third Wedding Anniversary. In our china cabinet is an unopened bottle of champagne that says, "Congratulations Jim and Diane August 6, 2004". It is from Mike and Carol. We had planned to open the bottle on our first anniversary, but Jim was on so much medication he wasn't allowed alcohol. So we decided to wait until our second anniversary when he was better to open it, not knowing that he wouldn't be here. So now the bottle will remain unopened, sitting in the cabinet with our wedding goblets. It will be one of the many memories of our beautiful wedding day. Happy Anniversary Jim. I will love you forever.
Megan Malaney
June 18, 2007
Hey Pop, I know I'm a day late but I wanted to wish you a Happy Father's Day! I love you so much and miss you like crazy.
Love always,
Megan
Diane Malaney
April 8, 2007
Today is Easter and the baptism of Alex and Rachel's son Mavrick James. As I sat in church I realized that in the last 2 years this was the third time I sat in the front of this church with the family. The first time was with you Jim, when Alex and Rachel got married. I remember how you were video taping the wedding as we sat in the second pew of the church, and the camera slipped loose from the tripod and there was a temporary skip to the floor and your voice was loud and clear on the tape. It was such a happy day! The second time I was in the first pew, but it was without you as I grieved for you at your funeral. And now today I find myself in close to the same location celebrating Easter Sunday and Mavrick's baptism. I remember how you used to say you couldn't wait to be a grandfather, and how you would make fun of me being a grandmother. You used to think I would be like the granny from the Beverly Hillbillies. I felt so much alone today without you as I looked around and saw the couples sitting together, and hoped that they knew how lucky they were to have each other. Wouldn't you know one of the songs at the mass was "Amazing Grace", the song that was played at your funeral. Family and friends and that new bundle of joy helped me make it through the day. How I wish you were here with me. I love you.
Gary & Claire Johnson
March 27, 2007
Happy Birthday Jim! You are always remembered for being a great guy! Had a wonderful personality & sense of humor! Even when you were ill you never complained. When we visited Diane & the family last Christmas we got to see the currio in the dining room with all your memorabilia! Diane made it really fantastic with all your "treasures".
Miss you very much!
Love Gary & Claire
Amber Malaney
March 27, 2007
Well, today is my father's birthday. If he were here with us, he would be sitting outside with a Molson, and toasting everyone to a "Happy Tuesday". He always had a reason to toast with a beer, birthday or not. Dad, you remain in my heart and I love you very much. Happy Birthday Pop! Love Always & Forever,
Amber
Karen Grande
March 27, 2007
From the moment I met Jim we clicked. I never knew why (maybe because his birthday is on my anniversary and my birthday is 2 days later than his. We are both Aries!) I had such an immediate affinity for him and I felt like I knew him for years, when actually the very first time we met was at his wedding to my dear dear friend Diane. When she introduced us after the ceremony to which I was of course late (you know that traffic on the bridge on a beautiful Friday summer afternoon!) he gave me the biggest bear hug with this huge infectious grin. That is one of many things I will always remember and love about Jim was his smile. As time went by and we saw each other here and there the joking around and the teasing was incredible. He cracked me up so much with his hysterical sense of humor. One day when I went to Diane and Jim's house to visit after Jim was diagnosed, he sat with us for a while in the family room and when he got tired he went to lay down on his bed. When I got ready to leave I went in to say goodbye and for some reason I couldn't stand the thought of not getting my great big Jim bear hug, so I dove into bed with him. Diane and Jim and I laughed so hard and from then on I always jumped into bed with Jim. I wish he were still here. I miss my hugs.
Love Always,
Karen
Megan Malaney
March 27, 2007
Happy Birthday Big Guy!! I love you and miss you so much.
Love,
Meg
xoxoxoxoxoxox
Diane Malaney
March 27, 2007
Today Jim would have been 57 years old. This is his second birthday in heaven. I woke up this morning thinking about how we used to tease each other about our ages. When I would say Jim was older than me, he would always respond "by minutes". I remember the day he received his AARP membership card in the mail. Jim was confused because he never paid the membership dues; It was me who signed him up. So, of course Jim reciprocated by paying for my membership. I remember coming home from work and Jim saying, "Honey, I have some important mail for you", while doing his "AARP call". So many memories! I look at the curio cabinet in the dining room filled with memories of Jim. His cell phone, cup and coffee mug, pictures, Christmas ornaments, John Deere hat, t-shirt, pictures, book, mass cards, and his urn. I feel Jim's presence. Time passes, life goes on, but the memories and love we had are always with me. Happy Birthday Jim! I miss you.
Megan Malaney
March 16, 2007
Hey Pop today is my 24th Birthday and it's really hard without here. You always made Birthday's great. I miss you so much!!! My heart hurts so bad sometimes. I hope your up there smiling because that way it gives me some peace. I will always love you, you are my hero.
Love,
Your little Goob
xoxox
Diane Malaney
February 14, 2007
Happy Valentines Day Jim! Thank you for the sign. You will always remain in my heart. I Love You.
Megan Malaney
January 16, 2007
Well Pop today was Amber's 25th Birthday and I'm sure she missed you, I know I do! Some days my heart absolutly breaks for you Dad. I can't wait for the day we meet again. I will never stop missing you! You are my hero and I love you. PS. If you see Megan Makowski make sure she's ok.
Love always,
Your Princess
Sueanne Miller
December 29, 2006
Diane,
While I never "knew" Jim, I knew of him ... and I knew you. We lived down the street from you for many years ... and recently moved to Tonawanda. I didn't realize you had a guest book on line until my sister, Cindy --- one of my biggest supporters in my own personal loss --- called to comment on my latest entry. I told her how my making entries on "my Jim's" guest book helps me talk to him in some small way and is a way for those who read it --- that also support me and knew Jim well, can understand what I'm going through so I don't have to be in their face making them feel uncomfortable. Its comforting to know ... others do that too!
I knew of your story, as the island isn't that big and you find those pockets of "small world" type people. My heart bled for you when I learned of your love story and your sudden loss. Everything happens for a reason and without you in Jim's life, he could have left this world unfulfilled. You gave him the best years of his life by filling his heart with so much love and a desire to do all he could for his new best friend. A loving purpose to live each day. For that, you have to feel blessed. As long as you can say that in your short time together, you did things when you wanted to, vacations or just fun things --- and that the ONLY regret you have is that there just wasnt' more time together, then for that you too, are surely blessed.
As Cindy elluded to you, I too lost my love, my soul mate and my best friend. Jim and I were engaged after being together over 6 years. Our story was truly a love story. He showed me how to truly love and be loved and how to be myself .. and how NEVER to settle ... and that I can be anything or do anything I set my mind to. I for the first time in my life, was "Sueanne". We took the kids on great vacations. We took vacations by ourself ... and with his family. We did things with friends and family ... everything we wanted or needed to do. No regrets.
I will forever remember the morning he proposed to me ... the morning of his heart surgery ... "we've talked about this and this is our plan, but I don't ever want you to wonder where my heart was ... I want you to be my wife, will you marry me" and gave me a temporary ring until we could have the ring made he wanted ... that would hold his mother's and aunt's diamonds that meant so much to him. How would I have known that 10 days later I would loose him --- my rock ... my future. How could I go on? No more direction in my life.
I won't bore you with how I'm dealing with things, you are there as well. I just wanted to let you know I read many of your entries and its comforting to know I'm not the only love story ... that had an unexpected ending ... and that you too find comfort writing to Jim here. Everything happens for a reason ... its how I live through lifes challenges. This one has been the most difficult to handle or to try and understand. For now, my explanation is that he was put in my life for such a short time ... to give me life ... a life I deserved and to show me I was important and to never settle for anything less. He taught me many, many things. He gave me friends and family that I otherwise wouldn't have ever had. I was put into his life to give him the same ... and to be there with him through the challenges he had to deal with and to let HIM know how important he was. He also gave my children a "father" type figure they never had and they too, learned much from him they otherwise would have never known. His funeral ... was a true tribute to those he touched and will forever be in the memory of many. My children miss him daily and also vent here from time to time.
Like you, my heart remains torn in shreds. But, as I see it, my heart became his ... he nurtured it, gave it life. It is only right that he took it with him that dreadful day, Saturday afternoon, May 13th at 1:55pm.
Life goes on ... we do our best. God willing we may find someone to share those years with. The heart may start beating again, but it will never beat to the tune it did those wonderful 6 1/2 years I had with him.
May you continue to recieve the comfort and support you need ... and like Cindy said ... time and our children will guide us through these times. I still feel like I'm living in a fog sometimes. Should you ever want to read some of the entries made on my Jim's site, his last name was Luvender. There is only one of a kind there!
Lets hope that 2007 will be a better year for all of us. The best to you and your family in 2007.
Sueanne
Diane Malaney
December 25, 2006
Today on Christmas morning I was reminded of Jim and the Christmas present he gave to me, our dog Rocky, or as I fondly like to call him, the Christmas present that never stops giving. I woke up this morning and placed the presents under the tree, carefully putting Rocky's gifts in spots that he wouldn't be able to get to. We were in the kitchen cooking and Rocky was getting impatient. So, he opened his presents and also Alex's dog Penney's gifts without us. On this second Christmas without Jim I'd like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and remember what the season is really about. Be thankful for good health, family, and friends. Jim is watching over all of us.
Gary & Claire Johnson
November 25, 2006
It is one year today that you entered into heaven Jim! We miss your beautiful smile & your great sense of humor. You brought great joy into our daughter Diane's life & into all the family. Miss you! Love Gary & Claire
Jim and Rocky
November 25, 2006
Mulberry tree and boulder planted outside of XPEDX where Jim worked
November 25, 2006
Diane Malaney
November 25, 2006
Today is the one year anniversary of when you departed. I don't know why you had to leave, or why our time together was so short. There are so many things I miss.
I miss not seeing you, the sound of your voice and your warm embrace. I miss "Happy Friday", cooking and shopping together, your alter ego "Ramon", our debates and long talks, your homemade soups (especially your pea soup), your wisdom and wit, and your kindness and love. I miss not seeing you on the tractor, or tending to the gardens. The trellis you made for our wedding day still stands in the yard, and is a daily reminder of our love. I remember all the times you used to say, "You're so good to me", and "I'm special". Yes, Jim you were special, and the reason why I was so good to you, was because you were good to me. You were my knight in shining armor! I miss my best friend. I will love my Tubby Hubby Angel forever.
Diane Malaney
November 13, 2006
I would like to thank Doug, Jim's boss and friend for the wonderful tribute that was paid to him on Friday, November 10, 2006. A mulberry tree was planted in memory of Jim in front of XPEDX (where Jim worked). The inscription on the boulder next to the tree read:
Dedicated to the memory of our friend James J. Malaney
"Your cup was more than half full"
It was great to see Jim's friends and colleagues, and hear their stories of Jim's humor,wisdom, and gentle nature. The lunch was fantastic, and the company great. Let'make this a yearly event!
Jim, Kevin and Mike at their bar "Brothers'
November 9, 2006
Diane Malaney
August 8, 2006
Cindy, thank you so much for your kind words. Jim's Guest Book will permanently remain on line in the hope that I will hear more stories such as yours, and how Jim touched the many lives of those he knew. I am so sorry for your sister's loss, and encourage her to write down her thoughts. There are so many memories you have of a loved one that you want to hold close to your heart, even if you've only known them for a short time. Writing and being able to look back on what you and others wrote are so helpful. As I was reading your entry I remembered how Jim and I used to tease each other that the reason we didn't meet until later in life was because a "disco queen" and "hippie" would not have been the perfect match. We would look at pictures of each other from our younger days and hear each others stories, and realize that God had a plan for us, and our meeting would have to wait.
Cindy (Austin) Zurek
August 8, 2006
Diane, You don't know me but I went to school with Jim; reading your entries brings back the fun times in school, the beach parties, gosh, I could go on and on. Jim had an awesome personality combined with his "devilish" instinct, made you want to join in the fun. Such a joker/comedian, full of mischief but a heart of gold... He once said he would let me connect the freckles on his face so it would look like he had a natural tan! My sister recently lost her fiance weeks before they should have been married and we now comfort her...your stories have inspired her and for that I thank you...Time will heal the pain, children act as a detourant that can help fill the void but nothing will replace the love.. God Bless... Cindy (Austin) Zurek
Diane Malaney
August 6, 2006
Today is the anniversary of the day we married. Jim so wanted the day to be special, and he immediately took over the role of the "wedding planner". He put so much thought into making it a beautiful day. We were married in our backyard in the presence of family and friends. Our first date was at Oliver's, so that is who became our caterer and worked with Jim to plan a delicious menu. He built and decorated on his own the trellis we were married under. He was so proud of his work. He even found a harp player for the ceremony. I remember how calm Jim was the hectic days before our wedding. The septic system needed repair, the hot water tank had to be replaced, our old tractor quit on us and we had to buy a new tractor a few days before the wedding, and the weather forecast was cold and rainy. He even kept his composure as the oven door was being replaced the day of the wedding as the caterers were arriving. Everything worked out in the end. The weather cooperated, the ceremony was emotional, and everyone enjoyed the reception that followed. When the wedding ceremony was over Jim said, "We did it!" We were husband and wife, and began a journey together that had an unplanned ending. Though death has separated us, the memories will remain with me.
Diane Malaney
June 18, 2006
Thank you Jim for being a positive role model to my children. You were a great example of how a man should be a husband and father. You were always there for them, listened and advised, loved and cared, and were so patient and generous. They were lucky to have you, and even though their time with you was so short, you changed their lives. I will be forever grateful. Happy Father's Day Jim. We miss you, love you, and we cherish the many memories we have of you.
Diane Malaney
May 25, 2006
Six months ago today Jim passed away, and I find myself thinking about the many humorous things he did. His escapades on riding lawn mowers were great. There was the day he borrowed Keith's "Cubby" and ran it into our muddy ditch. He had to slide around in the mud in order to push the tractor out of the ditch, and then he had to fix the tire. All the while he thought Keith was going to kill him. Then there was the time Jim was "home alone" and told to stay out of trouble. He almost ran the John Deere into the pond! He got caught as he had to sit on the tractor till someone came home to rescue him. Of course he didn't have his cell phone with him.
Then there were the numerous adventures of Jim and Rocky (our Jack Russell). Jim knew he wasn't supposed to drive when he was on all of his medications, but he never listened. He would get caught with donuts and say Rocky wanted donuts, or Rocky wanted to go for a ride. One day he even hit the mailbox and broke the "Mama Van's" side view mirror. He was hoping I wouldn't notice. I felt sorry for his friend Steve as he got to ride with Jim that day.
Jim would love to hide food in the bedroom, even though everyone knew where it was. One night he fell asleep eating M&M Peanuts and when he woke up in the morning he said his back was hurting him. The problem was he fell asleep on a bunch of the candies, and they were stuck to his back.
I'm sure everyone has their own stories to remember Jim. Let's not forget them.
Diane Malaney
April 15, 2006
Easter is here, but it is not the same without you. I just watched a video of our first Easter. Together we filled and hid the baskets for the kids, prepared the Easter feast, and had great food, company, and warm weather to enjoy the river. I laughed as I watched each of our children searching for their baskets. We even hid one basket in the tree. What a day we had!
Happy Easter Jim! Thank you for giving me these wonderful memories to cherish.
With all my love.
Your wife,
Diane
It was "a new beginning" for Jim and Diane on August 6, 2004 as they are standing in front of the trellis that Jim made and decorated for their wedding day.
April 13, 2006
In loving memory of my husband Jim who will forever live in my heart.
April 13, 2006
Megan Malaney
April 10, 2006
I just was checking the site to see what had been submited by my Dad's friends and family and I was just amazed to see how people are still writing in here it's so nice to see what people have to say. As you all know my Dads death has been hard on the whole family but it is nice to go in here every once and while and see what people have to say about him. Thank you all so much.
Jim's daughter,
Megan
Barbara Zimmerman
March 29, 2006
It is so nice to remember Jim on his birthday. He is always in mind. His picture is on my dresser near the angel he gave me for Christmas. Love to Diane and all the children. Aunt Barbara
Mary Chyb
March 28, 2006
We wish Jim a very Happy Birthday!We're sure that Diane and All Jim's Family are in his thoughts and happy memories today, as Jim is with us in our happy memories of a wonderful man. God Bless, Mary + Joe Chyb
Gary & Claire Johnson
March 27, 2006
Happy Birthday Jim! Even though you are not with us in body, you are here in spirit! Bet the angels are singing & the bag pipes are playing loud & clear! Our daughter, Diane is making a Birthday cake & dinner for your Birthday & we are sure family & friends will stop by the house!
We all miss you so much & you will always be in our hearts.
Love Gary & Claire
Diane Malaney
March 27, 2006
It has only been four months since you've been gone, and the emptiness in my heart is as strong as ever, as I miss you more each day. As you celebrate your 56th birthday in heaven, I will still be making you a birthday dinner and cake. I will cherish the time we had together and the love that we shared. I look forward to the day we are together again. I will love you forever. Your wife, Diane
Diane Malaney
January 18, 2006
Today is a bittersweet day as it is the anniversary of when Jim and I had our first date. He took me to Olivers Restaurant in Buffalo where we had a fabulous dinner, great conversation, and an instant connection as if we had known each other a lifetime. Today is the first day of many happy memories that I will forever hold close to my heart.
Michele Rathmann
December 30, 2005
Amber and Megan,
I rememeber alot about your dad. He was a SUPER cook and he was best man for my wedding to your Uncle Rick. And was always the NICEST and funniest guy. I have some pictures if you would like them. You will find comfort in the fact that he is in a better place and healthy again. It may not help right now but it will. I am always here for you guys! Don't ever forget that.
All my love and sympathy....
Aunt Michele
Mary Beth Golla
December 25, 2005
Although my experience with Jim was short, I had enough time to realize what a wonderful person he was.
I knew he was special when Diane announced she had met a wonderful man. Jim helped my sister through some very tough times. How thankful and honored we were to have him enter into our family.
The wedding, oh so special, what a beautiful day it was as Diane and Jim exchanged vows. I cried for joy that these two beautiful people found each other.
Even though their time together was brief, I'm sure that they shared a lifetime of beautiful memories. An incredible father to his cherished daughters, Amber and Megan, he was also an outstanding role model to his new children, Alex, Crystal, Steve and Rob. Yes this is how a father should be!
As Kevin read the letters to us the day of the church service, I really understood the impact he had on ALL of his children, family and friends.
As Jim settles into his new life in heaven, I picture him with his wonderful smile saying "I'm OK". How proud and peaceful he must feel to know how many people loved him. His spirit lives on in so many people. I am so grateful to have met him and thank him for putting that special sparkle back into my sister's heart.
My condolences to all,
Love (Aunt) Mary Beth
Mary Chyb
December 20, 2005
Jim was one of the dearest and kindest people we ever met. He brought lots of joy and good fun to all who were with him. We were blessed to have known Jim, and we know he will pray for Diane and all his family, to help them and comfort them.
Love and God Bless to Diane and all the Family,
Mary and Joe Chyb
Alexandra Pesacreta
December 19, 2005
I had the pleasure of meeting Jim when we stopped at his home to visit his wife Diane (Barbara's niece) on our way home from our motorcycle trip. A very nice man who was thoughtful and kind. I also had the sense that he was lots of fun and very funny! My sincerest condolences to his family.
Alexandra Pesacreta
Kimberly Smith
December 13, 2005
With time one does get out of touch with those from different chapters, so shocked does not adequately describe my reaction to learn last week from my annual holiday call to Jim (usually at St Patrick's Day and/or Christmas) that he had passed away... My sincere condolences to Jim's family.
I met Jim when I was in Purchasing at Graphic Controls; he was a joy to work with due to his love of life and family - I never met his daughters, but I sure felt like I knew them! I enjoyed business trips with Jim, due to his gift of story telling and laughter.
I extend my prayers to Jim's loved ones.
regards, Kimberly
linda coppola
December 7, 2005
I first met Jim when he and his first wife lived in our garage apartment.We were tenant and landlord at first, but fast became friends too and had alot of wild and fun times together.I've watched his girls grow up and mature into special,honest and "real" people alot like their parents.These kids are like my second set of daughters,so loveable, and I know how much they love their Daddy.Jim always opened his home and his heart to the folks he called friends and I will miss his bear hugs.He gave me a nickname,LC.He is o.k.I know that and I know he wants us to carry on and live our lives to the fullest.He made an indellible impression on alot of people!It was a very moving funereal Mass.
Sandra Nelson
December 6, 2005
My condolences to Jim's family. I have know Jim for so long that I have so many memories of him. He was my first boyfriend, in 3rd grade he gave a sterling sliver ring and we were going steady. He and Mike McKinnon were best buddies then and we always causing some sort of mischief. Anyone remember the white mouse he always had in his pocket during school, it ran in and out of his pocket. He was so much fun!! His contagious laugh will never be forgotten, and the twinkle in his eyes. The years through school and the the years since. I had the opportunity to speak with Jim a few months back. I had called him at work to say hello and found out he was at home on medical leave to my supprise. He answered the phone and we had a chance to talk for a short time. He assured me he was doing fine and feeling great. He always had a great attitude no matter what he was facing. Jim gave us all alot through the years we have known him. And I am sure he gave his family all that and more to remember him. I for one will truly miss him he was a great friend. It is moments like this that make me feel it must be time for one of those much dreaded reunions that we truly love once we get there.
Meg (Allen) Pietras
December 4, 2005
I met Jimmy in grade school. My family moved to the Island in 1950, and the Malaneys in 1955, so we went all the way through school together.
I really got to know him in the 70s when we shared many great times together with friends--camping & fishing trips, parties,times at Brothers.
And then the baseball games came later on, when Amber & Megan were little, and my two came along a few years later. My children adored the girls, and Jim was one of the most devoted fathers I have ever seen.
Jimmy always made me laugh-- always had a smile, a joke, a big bear hug. He was one of those rare human beings who enjoyed life to the fullest, and spread his infectious joy and love to everyone who knew him.
I cannot express how much we will all miss him--our love and heartfelt sympathy go out to Diane and family, to Amber & Megan, to Jean, Eileen, Mike and Kevin.
Love, Meg, Stan, Brett & Noelle
Gary & Claire Johnson
December 4, 2005
Jim Malaney was a wonderful, loving husband and father. Jim was our son-in-law, married to our precious daughter Diane. She took care of him lovingly and willingly during his illness. We loved Jim from the first day we met him! He had a great personality and a sense of humor. He never complained about the cancer that invaded him. He went thru chemotherapy and radiation with the hopes of beating this dreadful disease. Jim loved to cook and entertain family and friends. We will all miss him and also Rocky, the Jack Russell who was a joy and companion to Jim, constantly by his side.
With love, Gary & Claire Johnson
Barbara Zimmerman
December 4, 2005
I am Diane's aunt. Jim reveled in calling me "Aunt Barbara" since I was only 7 years older than him! He loved my reaction! This past August, when I hugged Jim good-bye, I whispered in his ear, "You can call me Aunt Barbara." This time, we both laughed. I admired Jim's amazing good humor and hospitality when Diane's family and relatives invaded their home the previous August shortly before their wedding. I grew to love Jim in so short a time. He had that powerful affect on all of Diane's family and - from what I read here - on everyone!
Love, Aunt Barbara
Greg Witnauer
December 4, 2005
Jim was one of the most important people in my life. He knew an awful lot about the meaning of life at a very young age. My condolences to all his family, especially Jean and Eileen, such beautiful and loving people, who helped make Jim the wonderful person that he was. So long Jimbo, I'll be talking to you.
Diane Malaney
December 3, 2005
Though Jim and I only married in August 2004, our memories together and the love we shared will last me a life time. I always knew Jim had an abundance of friends, and while I recognize many of your names,and met others of you at the wake and funeral, you all touched his life. Thank you for the love and support you have given our family. I believe with all my heart that Jim is looking down from heaven with that smile on his face, sitting in his recliner with a tv remote, telephone, and a beer in his hand. Jim will be in our hearts forever.
Sarah Heimburg
December 3, 2005
Jim was a very good friend of my parents since I was very little. He was one of those people who you could just look and think "this is a good person". He was always very warm and kind and will be missed by many.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Scot Wakefield
December 2, 2005
Jim was one of the truely wonderful people to have graced this God's earth. I wish peace and comfort to his daughters, wife, and all of his firends who survive him. He will be remembered, and missed by all.
Mandy Malaney
December 2, 2005
For Amber & Megan,
One day each of you will look into your children’s little red faces and see the twinkle in their eyes, and you will know in your hearts, that whatever mischief they’re planning on getting into, they had help from your Dad!
Mom xoxoox
Bill Buckley
December 2, 2005
Even though I haven't seen Jim in a long time, I'm sure that many people are going to miss him. I'll always remember him as the big guy with the red hair and broad smile.
Cheryl (Witnauer) Azzollini
December 1, 2005
I am so sorry to hear about Jim. I have such fond memories of him staying at our house in high school. He was like another brother to me in those years. My deep condolences to your family.
Danna Moles (Kirsch)
December 1, 2005
Your dad was kind enough to take me to our Senior Prom- Kathy Geisenhoff had to bribe him with a couple pizzas- or beer or something, but he took me. We had a great time. He was a lot of fun and a talented musician. I haven't seen him in years, but knew he was sick. I'm so very sorry that he lost a battle well-fought. He'll surely never be forgotten.
Megan Malaney
December 1, 2005
I just want to thank everyone for their support for Amber and I during this hard time. My Father ment the world to me and I don't know what I'll do without him. He was my hero. Thank-you all again. He will always remain in my heart.
Keith, Wende, and Aaron Wood
December 1, 2005
Wende Aaron and I will cherish our Memories of Jim. At the Funeral both his Family and Friends did a wonderful job expressing what a Caring and GREAT guy Jim was.
All we can say is we agree with everything that was said. Jim is in our Prayers !!!
Jann Van Hattum
December 1, 2005
Girls, I've known your dad for over 20 years through Steve, and I haven't got a single memory of him that isn't filled with caring or laughter. He was a good friend, a good man, a good dad, and a joy to know. From our first meeting with him in a dress serving "Lima Bean Bread" for dinner to tease Steve's then new girlfriend to now I have always relied on his honesty, his directness, his ability to put a positive spin on a bad situation and his easy smile. I can visualize a certain expression on his face that I always think of when I think of him. We will miss him so much.
Keep in touch and let us know where your lives take you.
Steve Van Hattum
December 1, 2005
I feel blessed to have been able to call Jim "Friend". Seems like he has been there for every important moment in my life. I love him, I will miss him but I will never forget him...
Eileen Farrell Kelchlin
December 1, 2005
I was so saddened to hear of Jim's passing - his kindness and sense of humor were unparallelled - I haven't seen him since GIHS in '69 but there is no doubt he was an adoring father to his lovely daughters - may the memories you have of your Dad see you through the days ahead - may God bless you and your family during this sad time.
Donna Raepple
December 1, 2005
Although I hadn't seen Jim in years, I'll always remember the many afternoons spent at the baseball fields (and the eating, drinking and good times after). He was always so kind and generous... not to mention extremely entertaining! He will truly be missed by all that knew him.
God Bless,
Donna
Amber Malaney
November 30, 2005
Jim is my father, and it is so wonderful to hear from people that knew him when he was younger. I plan on keeping all of these entries, so to those you who have any great stories about my dad, I would love to hear them. My father was a truly amazing man, and I would love some funny stories about him to tell to my children one day. Thank you everyone, for all of your thoughts and support during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Amber Malaney
Jim's Loving Daughter
Karen McMullen
November 30, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.
Ralph, Karen, Michael, Tyler, Trevor & Vanessa McMullen
Cory Clare
November 30, 2005
Jim was my Uncle and a very good uncle at that. He was caring and compassionate. He loved his daughters with all of his heart. He will be missed. Good Luck and God Speed UNCLE JIM.
Cindy (Austin) Zurek
November 29, 2005
My condolences to Jim's family. Although I hadn't seen him in years, I have many fun High School memories in the lunch room and walking the halls. His laughter, his big smile and personality were a few of his best attributes... Grand Island lost a good man...
Candi Teitelbaum
November 29, 2005
Jim was my brother-in-law for a very long time. I will remember him fondly for his wonderful cooking. He also had a tendency to sweat more than anyone I've ever met (while cooking). A genuine, loving and funny man and great father.
Amber & Megan's Auntie,
Candi Teitelbaum
Mark Braddell
November 29, 2005
My most sincere condolences to Jim's family & his many friends.
For me, Jim will always be synonymous with "Softball Thursdays" from my youth. Jim, along with my dad & his friends having way too much fun on a softball field. A memory I'll cherish forever.
Thanks Jim!
Terri Turner-Carney
November 29, 2005
I'm so sorry to hear this news. I always thought Jim was one of the really fun people at G.I. High
Peace, Terri
Lou and Liza Licata
November 29, 2005
Mike and Carol and Family
Our deepest sympathy on your loss.We just heard about Jim's passing on Tuesday.If there is anything we can do,please don't hesitate to call us.
Gary Smith
November 29, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy to family and friends.
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