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DeNeice
January 16, 2025
James was a wonderful friend. So creative and optimistic. I miss him deeply. I'm listening to this lovely phone interview he did: https://familyfilmsnetwork.wordpress.com/2020/04/05/james-rompel-elvis-impersonator/
Angee
February 4, 2023
I only just found out about James´ passing. I first met him around 1993
in the Coffee houses by UNLV. He was a true friend and I was lucky to know him for a decade.
This photo was taken when I worked at Tower Records and had just made this display. He visited the record store often. I lost track of him after Tower closed down. He made a lasting impression on me with his nurturing and loving soul. He was selfless and always there to leave you better than he had found you.
Harold ( Phillip ) Lamont
July 28, 2022
July 28 th 2022 . Something made me look you up today to only come across this . Very sad to have stumbled over this . Thankyou years ago for inviting me to stay with you and Jeff at the time in Eastlake woodlands in oldsmar FL . You were very caring and very sweet . So positive of a person always willing to lend a helping hand . You will be forever missed and loved by so many . I'm sure you will sing your way up to the heavens . So dedicated to your profession to . Take care Jimmy , love you , Phillip
Pamela Link
December 4, 2020
My heart is broken! You will be missed by so many! May you rest in peace Jim! Until we meet again! Love you! Pam
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Cindy Stodolski
August 20, 2020
I think you Jimmy all the time.. we were kids growing-up in craryville New York.. we would lay in the fields staring at the clouds and talk for hours and hours day after day every summer. I miss our long talks.
Everything Entertainment Inc Areizaga
August 20, 2020
A Young Talented handsome man with a good soul gone too soon.
Everything Entertainment, Inc
Jane Springston
August 20, 2020
Rest in Peace dear friend. Thanks dor the Memories, pictures and your personal heartfelf writings on your pictures. I hold you and memories always in my Heart. Xxoo Jane Ann
Jane Ann
Dann Brown
August 18, 2020
Love and miss you, my friend...
Ing E
August 10, 2018
Miss you my wonderful friend. Much love to you brother James.
I
December 8, 2017
Miss you my Brother James. I pray that you're happy and enjoying yourself in Heaven. Still can't believe that you're gone! We had so many wonderful memories as friends. It's not the same that I can't call or visit you. Thank you for being such a good friend. Love you forever, brother James.
Wendell
March 7, 2017
Hey Jim, I wish we had a few more songs we could have plucked on the guitar. Man so much time just snuck right on by... you are missed brother man. Rest well.
August 19, 2014
The one year anniversary of your passing is approaching. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. I wish you were still here on earth. "Always On My Mind" I do miss you!!
Your friend,
Marie <3
cindy stodolski
August 18, 2014
I miss you. Im thinking about you today....
Joe White
May 23, 2014
James, you were a good friend and a good man. In Hollywood it was always you or I, who got the Elvis part, and even a couple of times they took us both, as in hard copy's "I, Elvis", and the "New WKRP in Cincinnati". My wife and I will always be grateful to have known you, and to be your friend. We will miss you and your humor, but we will keep your memory alive. Viva James Elvis Rompel. your friend for eternity! Joe "Elvis" White
Billy Shears
May 14, 2014
Through his love of music he gave us joy.
Through his love of our lord he gave us love
He will stay in our hearts that wonderful boy
While he sing with the angels and Lord up above.
Billy Shears...
See you again one day my friend. x
Cindy Stodolski
May 13, 2014
May Jimmy RIP. I am so sad...... I grew up next to Jimmy in Craryville New York when we were kids.........
Billy Shears
Billy Shears
March 21, 2014
My heartfelt condolences to Jame's family and friends. I appeared with James in Vegas for a short while. I have only been made aware of his passing. James was one of the most amazing, honest, spiritually uplifting, and wonderful Human beings I have ever met. My heart is heavy at this news. Please Rest in Peace James. Billy Shears.
March 8, 2014
I will miss you!
Jane Ann Decker
March 8, 2014
Forever Friend
Jane Ann Decker
March 8, 2014
Loving Happy Memories
Jane Ann Decker
March 8, 2014
Forever Friends
Jane Ann Springston
March 8, 2014
My condolences to the family and friends, as I just learned about James passing. I have several photo's before he became Elvis, along with his bio, etc. We both worked together in Tampa, and all our co-workers went on a Cruise together. Such happy times. I'd like to share these photo's with you. If you would please let me know where to send them to, I would be happy to send them. I also spoke to the Staff writer that did a feature story about James loosing everything in a flood. He confirmed to me that he did pass. I was with tears, knowing that I put off contacting him just to say hello and how are you. I learned a lesson that never put things off that is always wanting your heart to move forward, because it might be too late. Well, it is too late to say hi in person, so I'm sending a Hi and big hug up to James in Heaven. Love, Jane Ann - Boca Raton, FL
Gail C
January 21, 2014
Prayers for James and his family. So sad to hear of this. James was our Elvis at Parker Las Vegas show for a number of years and we have many great memories of him entertaining people at our booth. For many years to come people will remember Elvis at this show and ask about him.
I
January 21, 2014
Sir. James,
Miss you my wonderful Brother.
You're always in my heart and prayers.
We had the greatest times and friendship.
May God grant you rest and eternal happiness
to your soul in Heaven I Pray.
Big Hug and Love!!!
Forever your friend and brother...
I
Amanda Lahner
January 2, 2014
So sad you are gone, I've known you since I was 13 years old and will never forget when you sang to me in Tahoe. Forever in our hearts Amanda Lahner
Christopher Sandness
January 2, 2014
James, you're like an angel to me. You were here and when I missed you, you were gone. God bless you my brother.
Pamela Link
December 4, 2013
There are no words to say how I feel! I am so sad that you are gone! Thank you for being my amazing friend! I will see you again one day...on the other side!
R.I.P. Jim...you are loved and will be missed by so many!
You will always be in my heart!
~Pam
November 6, 2013
U crossed my mind this morning......I flew hugs and love to u!
susana vazquez
November 5, 2013
You will be missed and your gentle sweet soul.
October 2, 2013
James
Thanks for being a friend and thanks a million for your ETA which was as graceful as a swan and never to be forgotten. I still have your picture on my refridgerator. You will remain in our hearts
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chris robert
September 26, 2013
good times James ,it was a great time in Vegas 92 through 95 knowing you,your where a great person with a kind loving heart,very talented and a great singer...see you in the new coming paradise ..... Chris
September 8, 2013
"James your Light will always shine no matter where you are!!" Your memory will live on in all of us. <3
September 6, 2013
Dear Jim, When we first met you started calling me Angel. That was about 12 years ago. Every time we saw each other and both were surrounded by love, you called me Angel. Dear Jim, you will always be my Angel. I miss you so.
TINA BRADSHAW
September 4, 2013
I WILL MISS YOU ON FACEBOOK JAMES YOU WERE SUCH A GOOD FRIEND..
Sheila Kilpatrick
September 1, 2013
I wish so bad I could have been at that Memorial for Jim but He is in my heart every day all day. I could have told some great stories of the great times we had in the past. You will never know how much I and countless others loved you. I wish you had stayed in Florida when you were here. I am just so sad. Wish we were talking right now. Love you forever..
Fern and Tootsie Jennings
August 31, 2013
Dear James, Yesterday we celebrated your life at the American Legion Post and there was a standing room only crowd. I dont think you knew how many friends you had that loved you. I will always cherish the fun times we had with you not only as Elvis but as James Rompel, the boyish kindhearted soul. I know your dream was to have a "Sunday Love Brunch" and I bet you have already presented the idea to the angels. They will surely make it happen. Missing you so much and wish you were here. Your friend and Buddy
Nancy Quinones
August 30, 2013
Sir James............in the arms of the angels......forever in my heart. Safe journey, my sweet friend.
Kirsten Barrett
August 30, 2013
Dearest James, I will always remember your gentle, loving spirit! You touched many lives...more than you probably know. Everyone who met you was blessed. The world is a lesser place without you. When we meet again, let us hike in beauty with our dogs! I miss you! Love, Kirsten
Samuel Veta
August 30, 2013
James,
I always looked forward to seeing and hearing you whenever I was in Vegas. You were a humanitarian, gentleman, entertainer and all-around 'nice guy'.
Hopefully you are at peace now.
Deborah Ricketts
August 29, 2013
I only knew of him on Facebook but he will be missed by all of us.
Jeanie Pusser
August 29, 2013
james so sad to see you go at such a young age Im glad I was able to meet u and and get to know u you where a wonderfull singer at the elvis fest at the hilton you had alot of friends you will be missed by all
James & Fern
August 29, 2013
August 29, 2013
James - I'll miss your performing with the Happy Hoofers, as well as on your own! The 'dueling Elvis' in heaven - I'd love to see that concert!
Sam Veta
August 29, 2013
August 29, 2013
I sure do have wonderful memories of you James. You were always a kind, gentle soul when we met in 1989 in Vegas. Ill always remember you and I rehearsing to sing that duet together at the 4 Queens. You were like a little kid..so excited to learn a new song! I am sorry that you had so many challenges in your life. The last time we spoke on the phone a few months ago I SOO felt your pain and wished that you could somehow get some answers in your life. Hopefully now you are at total peace and are ROCKIN IT wherever you are!!:) ''Love,
Michelle Monet
Heaven
DeNeice Kenehan
August 29, 2013
Love
loretta behler
August 28, 2013
so sorry your life ended so quickly, you will always be remembered for your sweet gentle nature.
Sheila Kilpatrick
August 28, 2013
Burn Bright in Heaven!
Sheila Kilpatrick
August 28, 2013
Jim you have been like family to me for 26 years. I love you and miss you so much. I remember the 1st day I met you when you came for a job interview and I being from Memphis said you look like Elvis and the rest is history. We got you a Gold Lame Jacket and started booking you jobs at Hospitals, nursing homes clubs and you took off. You made the real Elvis proud. You will always be in my heart and a part if our family. Rest in peace. You are finally singing with the Best. All my love Sheila!
August 28, 2013
Jim, you were one of my best & closest friends for over 11 years. I will love you always, and hold you forever in my heart. You will now have the eternal peace you prayed for. Donna
August 28, 2013
PS....I told you .... you won't need wings!
August 28, 2013
See you on the next stage!
August 28, 2013
My heart has been tugging until the tears come since I heard you left this world. What a loving gentle soul you have and I know that continues on as you float with the angels. Much love to you my friend. Blessings, Barbera
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Terri Gerbasi
August 27, 2013
We were neighbors for over 10 years Jim and what a loving, caring friend you were. When you drove off in the uhaul truck I was truly saddened...going to Ohio after the flood destroyed our houses. I missed seeing you in January Mom told me you stopped by to see me. Love, love, love Elvis I miss our talks together but know we will be together right behind the pearly gates. Say Hi to Mom for me. God Bless You Jimmy. Peace at last.
Heather alvarez
August 27, 2013
Sending you my love and many hugs with wings attached so that you can receive both quickly and forever friend.
Sherri Bush
August 27, 2013
James, you brought joy to so many people through your incredible talent. During the shows we did together and the hours we spent during them,I was privileged to get to know your gentle spirit and the beauty of your soul. You became one of my dearest friends and a person who knew me as no one else did. Even though our connection in this life has been briefly interrupted, I hope you have finally found the peace that you brought to others and that you deserve yourself. I miss you more than I can say my beautiful friend.
AJ Maimbourg
August 27, 2013
May you have the peace for which you searched. Fond memories of good times together will always remain for me. Your talent brought much joy to those fortunate enough to see you entertain. RIP, Jimmy Rompel!
August 27, 2013
James,
God Bless you and give you peace in the land of tranquility .
Sing, dance and be the Angel you were always meant to be.
We will remember you always.
Everything Entertainment, Inc
Constanza & Guillermo Areizaga
Shirley Guzman
August 27, 2013
James, you were a kind and generous person who brought joy to everyone's live. Rest in peace.
August 27, 2013
Blessings to my good friend James, may you Rest in Peace
Vi and the Kitties
August 27, 2013
You will live on forever as love, James...thank you for lighting our worlds...your love reached the whole world!
Pam Rimer - Sossamon
August 27, 2013
My Dear sweet friend, James. I will miss your kind spirit, your gentle heart and your sweet smile. I pray you are wrapped in the arms of heaven and that you realize how loved you were down here on Earth. I hope to meet you again someday.
Rose Marie
August 27, 2013
We will meet again, another time and place, smile, laugh, talk and sing in joyous harmony beyond the clouds.The friendship we shared made a difference in my life. James you will always hold a special place in our hearts.I will truly miss you.
Jay Ramsey
August 27, 2013
Friends to the end. Friends forever. Barb and Jay
August 26, 2013
Keep living in a better way, thankyou
August 26, 2013
I am so sad Jimmy! This is Timmy responding here! Come and see me now and then! I will know when you are here!
Fran Wilder
August 26, 2013
I miss you James and only find comfort knowing you are at total peace. You touched my heart and I will always remember and feel you're spirit. Love you're kind soul.
Ellie Clinton Issa
August 26, 2013
James, I will miss you forever. You were so kind and generous in sharing your positive energy and thoughts with so many of us. Rest in Peace my friend.
August 26, 2013
RIP JAMES ...I will miss you're spiritual pictures and posts ...I will see you in a paradise restored on earth someday my friend ...
Scott Shuett
August 26, 2013
Sleep well, my talented friend. Truly a sweet soul...
Heidi Thompson
August 26, 2013
Dearest James, I know you knew in your heart that you were loved. You will always be remembered as the sweet, talented man whose generous heart was always ready to give. You are missed, my friend. Until we meet again...
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