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James "Jimmy" Payton Jr.
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This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Midas on Broadway
March 6, 2009
We were just informed today of Jim's passing. We knew Jim as a valued customer and friend. He always brightened the day when he visited the shop. He always came bearing gifts of treats or goodies and with stories of
who he was cooking for today. He sense of humor would always lift our spirits.
He will be missed by all here at Midas
Broadway.
Lori Hames
March 3, 2009
I will miss you Jimmy! You and your sweet potato pie yours was the best. May you rest in peace!
Debbie Hoy (Isaacs)
February 25, 2009
Jimmy,
I'll miss you at the hospital all the smart remarks you'd throw my way when you came in also the homemade popcorn ball you brought & saved just for me.
You'll be missed!
Your Family is in my Prayers.
Brad Eagles
February 24, 2009
Jimmy, I really enjoyed knowing you. You where a great guy I'm going to miss cooking for you, You always had a special way you wanted your food made and I was happy to make it for you. I enjoyed shooting a game of pool from time to time with you and most enjoyed your ribs you cooked for me. You and your big smile walking in our door will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family from everybody at Broadway Pizza/ Eagles Nest Lounge
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sean skillings
February 22, 2009
dear payton family ive known jimmy for 16 plus years i just dont understand his way but it was his way that mattered.my thoughts and prayers are with you guys he will be truly missed he was a great hearted man.
Jim Payton At Elsie's
Dan Larson
February 21, 2009
To the Payton family...
I was saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I have a lot of great memories of him, from his time at the bowling alley, and the fun he had singing karaoke. I will never hear the song, "Brandy" again without thinking of the big guy. Rest in peace, my friend.
Keith Howard
February 21, 2009
I just came from officially saying goodbye one last time. I still am in dis-belief, but I know that I had the pleasure to know you for many years and that I am thankful for. Memories of bowling standout the most when I remember you and the tips you gave me throughout my journey of bowling. Jimmy P. I too will miss your witty comments and truthful statements even if it was about me in front of everyone, but it was true and I respect that! I will miss you.
Your Friend
Pam Larson
February 21, 2009
Barbara,
I pray that God will comfort you and ease your pain in the loss of Jimmy. What a tragedy for you and your family.
Steve Stableski
February 20, 2009
Jimmy.What the hell.I am so cunfused.If you needed help why didn"t you call me.I loved you so much.I am going to miss you so much.To Jimmies family,If you need any thing,Please don't hesitate to call me.[612]247-9258.Please call.I grew up with Jim and loved him like a brother.I will miss him so much.All my prayers are with the family.Steve&Carol Stableski.
Herbert Kitchen
February 20, 2009
I am so sad to hear of Jimmy's death. We are 3rd cousins. His grandfather Clarence Kitchen and our gandfather Henry Kitchen were brothers, and Jimmy's mom Ann and my dad Edgar were 1st cousins.
The Kitchen family came from California, MO, a small country town in central MO.
I met Jimmy only one time, and that was at the funeral of his grandmother, Carrie, and since then, we have been communicating with each other.
From the Kitchen family in Sedalia, MO, and Oakland, CA we send our heartfelt condolences to our Kitchen cousins, and hope to see you all sometime soon.
Herbert James Kitchen
Orginally from Sedalia, MO
Masah Sobboh
February 20, 2009
Barbara,
I am really sorry for your lost and wish you and your family God's comfort in this difficult time.
Morgan Toley
February 20, 2009
Hey Uncle Jimmy, it's ya boy, ya go to guy, the one that always had ya back. It hurts me deeply that you're not here with us anymore. You were many things to me man, uncle, friend, teacher and most recently, co-worker(I WON"T BE LATE ANYMORE). Looks like I'm the go to guy nowadays. Everything I do now has you comin through it in some way. I'll keep your spirit runnin through me man. I'll be down here everyday takin care of aunt carolyn and it just won't be the same without you here with me. Imma still look out for you still like always cuz I know you're still lookin out for me. I"m gonna miss all of our classic wrestling bouts. I know they were never like You vs Jamil but they were special to me. They were always great even tho I'm sure my record was something like 0-100. I gotta thank you again for teaching me the wristlock and of course the secret to the ribs. I'm still trying to get like you on that. Imma always remeber when you spit vitamin water all across the room. Remember this tho man you are and always were cold like that.
I LOVE YOU MAN. ALWAYS HAVE, ALWAYS WILL. This ain't goodbye cuz I know imma see you again.
Love U Miss U.
Lisa Brown
February 20, 2009
Barbara
My thoughts go out to you and your family at this very difficult time. I can only imagine the pain you must be feeling and appreciated how much you were there for me during my lost. The pain does lessen, but there isn't a day that goes by that you will forget. I wished I had words to help you, but I realize in the end only time helps.
Nancy Toley
February 20, 2009
Jimmy, you were such a kind, caring, big hearted guy. When called you always answered. There were times when I needed your help and needed it now not on "JIMMY TIME" I would use that older sister tone and you would get that "excuse me" look on your face, but would come through. I will need to get a new electrician, painter, plumber, computer tech, mechanic etc. You were truely a jack of all trades. I will miss your quick wit, it made me smile. I find comfort knowing you rest peacefully in Gods hands.
All my love, your sister Nancy
Timothy Connor
February 20, 2009
To the Payton Family,
please exept our depest sympathy for the loss of a great man, " Uncle Jimmy" as I have only known him as, he had taught me alot growning up as a kid, he's is a great friend and will be missed alot.
love,
Tim, Becci, Shana and Gavin Connor
Bob Marget
February 20, 2009
To Jimmy's Family.
Our prayers and sympathies go to
all of you. Jim's smile will allways
live on in all of us. You took our money
bowling at Lowry Lanes but gave us a chance to win it back playing tennis at Fowell Park. We lost again. God Bless you Jim.
Pat Brose
February 20, 2009
jimmy was a great freind of mine he was more than that jim was like a brother to me we spent alot of our youngers years together hanging out having fun we spent a lot time at each other homes it was like extended homes i think the first time we met was at the rib joint across the alley from jims we became freinds i'm proud to say that james payton was my freind even though we had gone our different ways if he need me or i needed him we would come right away .my heart goes out for you barb , preston, nancy, and carolyn
Gary Hughes
February 20, 2009
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this time. Take care of yourselves and find strength from within. Salem will be there to help you. He will have Glenn to guide him.
Desiree Wallace
February 19, 2009
Our hearts are reaching out to you all,
For what you’re going through;
We are thinking of you all frequently
and praying for you, too.
Our sincere condolences,
God Bless
Desiree, Shannel & Tony II
Mark Westlund
February 19, 2009
I'm truly saddened by my friend Jim's passing. Jim and I were team mates on the North Hennepin Tennis Team. My most memerable memory when we played against each other was how competitive he was. As the competitions went on I found that he was a great guy, a guy that I will always remember as a true friend. My deepest thoughts and prayers are with Jim's family.
Terri Cox
February 19, 2009
I am very sad to here about Jimmy. I similed when I thought of his smile and fun loving spirit. I trust God with comfort all of you in this time of sorrow. My prayers are with you.
Terri, Rahlla and TeNaya Cox
February 19, 2009
I am very sad to here about Jimmy. I similed when I thought of his smile and fun loving spirit. I trust God with comfort all of you in this time of sorrow My prayers are with you.
Terri, Rahlla and TeNaya Cox
Terri Cox
February 19, 2009
I am very sad to here about Jimmy. I similed when I thought of his smile and fun loving spirit. I trust God with comfort all of you in this time of grief. My prayers are with you.
Terri Cox, Rahlla and TeNaya
Wesley & Quiana Jameson
February 19, 2009
Our thoughts & prayers goes out to the family. We'll miss you cuzzo.
Randy Royals
February 19, 2009
I was so sorry to hear about Jim's passing and along with his immediate family and numerous friends will miss him. As a fellow bowler, Jim and I would often discuss his many accomplishments and the ease of his bowling skills. Admittingly, I was a fan, and although he and I never bowled in a league together, we always greeted each other with a smile and handshake. For that I'll never forget him. May he REST IN PEACE. My sincere condolences to his Family.
Terri Anderson
February 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to Jimmy's family. The best memory I have is with Brent and I at New Hope after the Sunday sweeper. I will never forget your crutches story..rest in peace. T
Cassie Pfahl
February 19, 2009
To the Payton/Toley family,
I can't express how very sorry my family and I are. I know how devastated we are to have lost such a loving, giving person, and can't imagine the pain you all must be feeling. Jim did so much for me and my family, and I hope he knew how much we loved him and appreciated him. He's in a better place now and I know he is looking down on all of us and watching out for everyone. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Love,
Cassie, Steve, Tyler, Chris, Irene (Nanie)
February 19, 2009
To the Payton family:
I was just devastated to read about Jim's passing. I met Jimmy through our mutual friend and teammate Tony Anderson, and we became fast friends. It was always fun to watch Jimmy do things with a bowling ball that most players of higher repute couldn't. I feel remorseful that I hadn't run into him since our friend Tony passed so suddenly 3 years ago. Now they can both 'abuse' each other while waiting for the rest of us..
He was one of our original "Misfits" tournament team and was always the "quiet" jokester..I'm going to miss him, talking bowling music and tennis..
My sympathies to you all.
Pat Byrne
Minneapolis
Connie Beckers
February 19, 2009
Oh Jimmy, you've been my brother, my friend, my pal, my confidant and my go-to man. Who's going to fix my computer now? WHo's going to hook up that damn digital TV gizmo thing? I didn't even have to think about that stuff because I always had YOU to rely on. Oh Jimmy .... it helps to know that you're at peace now and that you did things on your own terms, as usual. I can still see your big happy face though and I'll find comfort in the stories and memories we've shared these 25 years we've been friends. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Peace to you, man. Oh yeah, I will never forget cookin' ribs in the rain a coupla summers ago. You shoulda won first prize, dude! I hear you got yourself a placque though...
Nancy Carrillo
February 19, 2009
Dear Toley/Payton family,
Our hearts break for your loss. Hold on the the blessings of the family you had and the family you have. Jimmy was a unique spirit we will miss. Our Salem cook book autographed by "Chef Jimmy" is extra special now.
Mario and Nancy
Bryce Ramthun
February 19, 2009
My deepest sympathies to Jimmy's family. He was an amazingly nice person and he will be greatly missed. Rest in peace, Big Man.
socella dass
February 18, 2009
Hi Barbara,
Sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and the family. I know how much your brother meant to you. He is in a good place. Lots of love.
Paula Moscatelli
February 18, 2009
I will remember Jimmy's bowling advice he use to give me at the clinic, his 300 ring inspired me! I haven't rolled a 300 yet, but my average is up 20 pins! My condolences to the Payton family.
Rayette D'Auria
February 18, 2009
To all the Family of Jimmy,
I send my deepest condolences to you all. I know how much he ment to all of you. Keep his memory close in your hearts forever!! I am sooo very sorry for your loss!
Don Brown III
February 18, 2009
Barbara and Family- My deepest sympathies to you and the entire family.Jim was a great man.I will always remember you buddy,rest in peace.
Tom & Paula Mitchell
February 18, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Jimmy. He is one of the all-time classics. God Bless you Mr. Payton!
February 18, 2009
dear barbara- my prayers go out to you. this is helen we lived nexed door to jimmy for a long time. my kids all called him uncle jimmy.we are all very sad for you and are hearts go out to you and the rtest of the family.i am so glad i got to see him last summer.he was such a great guy. he will be missed by all of us.please try and keep in touch you have tony number you can get mine from him. god be with you through this time of sorrow.
helen dennis washington
tony&randy&winnise wallace
Hassan Salami
February 18, 2009
Barbara,
Please accept my expressed sympathy and condolences regarding the loss of your beloved brother. May God give you the fortitude to bear this great loss.
Barbara Payton
February 18, 2009
Jimmy, you were my little brother, the twin that was born 2 years later. We went through so much together that it will be hard for me to not hear your comebacks when I say something that is really out there. I will miss the closeness that we shared, the loving name calling, the phone calls asking what are you doing, when you know I am at work. You were my heart and it was supposed to be womb to tomb for us. I know that you will be with me to keep me strong and that God had a special plan for you. I know that mom, dad, our grandparents, uncles, aunts and a host of other relatives and friends that preceded you were there to greet you. I know you have found the peace with God's help that you needed. I love you and will have you with me in body and spirit all of the time. With love and heartache your sister, Barbara
Pam French
February 18, 2009
Dearest Barbara,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Through you, Jimmy became part of our HR family and we had the pleasure and honor of knowing such a lovely, generous, big-hearted man. You have our support and love however you need it.
Renee Jamros
February 18, 2009
Even if I havent seen you in over a year, you will be missed and I will remember the times when you and Carolyn would come over while you fixed something with the sink or tub or pipes in the basement or the computer...I would cook Carolyn lunch and she would watch T.V. with me, while Melissa would hold the flashlight for you yelling at you to hurry up so she doesnt break a nail...You will always be truely missed by my family especially by Jeremy.
Love, Renee
Bonnita & Eddie Alvoid
February 18, 2009
To the Toley, Payton Family, Our Prayers & Love are with you all today tomorrow & always take comfort in knowing that Jimmy at peace. And to you Big Jimmy you are forever in my HEART Love always your cousin Bonnie~ & (Eddie)
Steve Suhr
February 18, 2009
Jim, seems so long ago when we first met bowling a summer Jr. league at New Hope. Soon after we were teammates at both Elsies and Minnehaha, and a friendship that lasted much longer. So many memories, driving to Chicago to bowl the Pete, your jalapeno ribs when you catered my brother's graduation party, Christmas at my parents house, just to name a few. Good bye my friend. You will be missed.
dan saefke
February 18, 2009
When I first met Jim many years ago I noticed his big body but after I got to know him I noticed his big heart. Jimmy, I know you are in Heaven and by the grace of God I hope to join you some day so get those tennis rackets ready.
Greg White
February 18, 2009
To Jimmy's family.
Our deepest sympathies to you all.
Bowling Friends Greg & Roni White
Jamil Payton
February 18, 2009
To my Uncle Jimmy,
How do you say goodbye, I have been thinking of that since your passing...how do I say goodbye. What do I say? It's all confusing and seems like a blur or unreal, even though I know it is real. Throughout my life you did so much for me and for everyone else. You were truly a giver. You were indeed one of my role models and you taught me that all role models are not saints but normal people who make mistakes, but try to change for the betterment of thier selves and for others. I would like to thank you for many of things that you showed me, like wrestling real AWA style, the classics. I would like to thank you for showing me how to change a tire and drive and attempting to show me haw to bowl and play tennis ( I hated it) also how to run around North Commons Park (miles sure can add up)and get in shape for football. Oh yeah also those Greco-Roman Sit ups on the yellow kitchen chairs. You truly were a jack of all trades and one of the greatest men that I will ever know in my lifetime. I hope you know how much you meant to me and my family and our entire family. You reached out to a lot of people and you will never be missed, you will always be loved and remebered
Jamil
Latest 1 of self,playing poker
Weird Haupt
February 18, 2009
Jimmy ( Cheeks),
I will miss you,but will see you on the Lanes in the sky. Love the other BIG GUY,
Weird W.R. Haupt
Jan Halvorson
February 18, 2009
Barbara: My deepest sympathies to you and your family in this difficult time. I will keep you all in prayer...Your friend at the Mpls Park Board -Jan Halvorson
David & DeeAnn Sherrard
February 18, 2009
To the Family of James Payton,
Please accept our deepest sympathies.DeeAnn and I met James in the late 70's at Doyles Bowling Lanes.He had a love of bowling that Dee and I admired. He was always smiling and happy. He was willing to help the kids with their bowling skills when ever he could.We will miss him.
David and DeeAnn Sherrard and Family
Joan Kappenman
February 18, 2009
Barbara - My prayers go out to you and family at this very difficult time, I know your pain and know only time will heal the heartache you feel at the loss of your brother. I wished I had words to help you and to understand. God Bless you and your family, I will keep you in my prayers.
Melissa Jamros
February 18, 2009
I will always remember the fun times with "Uncle" Jimmy...
Love, Missy
Jessie Bester
February 18, 2009
My condolences to you. My prayers are with you. Remember..."Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal".
Melissa Jamros
February 18, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. I will always remember the fun times with "uncle" Jimmy...Love, Missy
Anne Long
February 18, 2009
Barbara and Family - Our deepest sympathies to you and the entire family. Jim was a dear friend and neighbor, and we will miss him enormously. We'll always remember his enthusiasm for young people, for tennis and bowling, his great cooking, and his love for all of you.
With much love,
Anne & Jim Long and all the friends at Plymouth Youth Center.
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