James Steven Vosbeck

1960 - 2013

James Steven Vosbeck obituary, 1960-2013, Alexandria, VA

James Steven Vosbeck

1960 - 2013

James Vosbeck Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 9, 2013.
VOSBECK JAMES STEVEN VOSBECK February 26, 1960 - August 7, 2013 James Steven Vosbeck of Mount Vernon area of Alexandria, Virginia, beloved husband of Bibi Vosbeck for 23 years, passed away August 7, 2013 among family and friends at Alexandria Hospital. Jim was born in Alexandria on February 26, 1960 to Betty and Bill Vosbeck. He attended St. Stephens School in Alexandria and graduated in 1978 where he was active in sports and participated in Varsity football for four years under Coach Sleepy Thompson's champion St. Stephen's football team. During his youth, he also participated in many sports activities at the Belle Haven County Club in Alexandria. Having keen interest in the western part of the United States, Jim went to college at Montana State University at Bozeman, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Engineering Technology. Later, he received a Master of Business Administration from George Washington University. While in Montana, Jim enjoyed to camp and travel all over the north western portion of the country. Later he and his wife continued to enjoy camping and caving in the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia and West Virginia. He worked for many years as a project manager on numerous commercial buildings in the Washington Metro area and more recently at the Pentagon. In addition to his wife and parents, Jim is survived by two sisters, Lee Hagan of Alexandria, Virginia, and Lynn Kunkel of Key Biscayne, Florida; two uncles, Randy and his wife, Phoebe of Denver, Colorado and John Just of Mankato, Minnesota. He has four nephews and two nieces, as well as many cousins. A Celebration of Jim's Life will be held on August 17, 2013 at 11:30 a.m. at Belle Haven County Club, 6023 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, Virginia, 22307. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in his name be made to Sarcoma Foundation of America, 9899 Main Street, Suite 204, Damascus, Maryland 20872, www.curesarcome.org.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in his name be made to Sarcoma Foundation of America, 9899 Main Street, Suite 204, Damascus, Maryland 20872, www.curesarcome.org.

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August 18, 2013

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August 18, 2013

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August 16, 2013

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August 18, 2013

Dear Bibi -- Jimmy is very special, we will all miss him, but knowing that he is in "good" hands will make us smile. May God Bless him and his soul rest in peace. With much love, Uncle Umit

Katy Smith Perry

August 18, 2013

The world lost a beautifully unique and loyal soul when we lost you Jimi. I'm so very sad right now but vow to remember all of the great times we had over the years. I will recall you forever as the 2o something student at NOVA with an easy laugh and big heart. Your accomplishments were so many, interests expansive, and perhaps the most precious and visible trait of all was your deep love for your equally unique and beautiful wife Bibi. I am so lucky to have known you, I will miss you dear Jimi!

Barb & Ken Gulley

August 16, 2013

This afternoon, we are reflecting on a beautiful life, well lived! ... all of our love and prayers,

David and Julie Gahart

August 16, 2013

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We will always cherish the memories of our friendship with you and Bibi. Great conversations, laughter and good times whenever you came to our home.

Beth and Jon Folz

August 14, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing, We are keeping entire family in our thoughts and prayers.

Alisa (Freeman) Alvarez

August 13, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

August 13, 2013

JIMI YOU ARE AND ALWAYS WILL BE A TRUE ORIGINAL SOUL. MUCH LOVE MARK MCGUIRE

August 12, 2013

Cousin Jim, I have always looked up to you from when we were little boys playing in the woods around your home and hunting for turtles around your pond. I watched you from the bleachers at St Stephens as an amazing running back on the Saints football team. I will never forget your explosive speed and strength that you had as you ran with lightening speed around the end and broke for the end zone. I remember watching those Saints football games like it was yesterday. I still picture your name in big bold headlines in the sport page of the Alexandria Gazette.
We had Bozeman and Montana State in common having both gone west to get eduMcated in the BoZone, and the wilds of Montana. Go Bobcats! I made it Montana my home and you went home to Virginia. This Fall when I watch football games in the bleachers in Montana I know you will be watching over me and cheering along side me as a running back explodes around the end with nothing but the end zone in sight. I will remember you often. God Bless you Jim, I know you are now with your brothers. Cousin Jim you are forever in my heart as family, a cousin and an inspiration heading for the goal line.
To Uncle Bill, Aunt Betty, Cousin Lee & Cousin Lynn, my family sends all our love from Montana.

Very Respectfully,

William Macklin Vosbeck
Carol, Erika & Megan Vosbeck
Helena, Montana

Shelley Elliott

August 12, 2013

Jim, from Lee's tow-headed blonde little brother whom I remember from childhood to the successful man and loving husband you became, you've always lived life with zest and embraced a challenge. We will remember you especially for your courage in facing this final hurdle with grace and dignity. Rest in peace in God's loving arms.

Rana Kanat

August 11, 2013

Even though I never met you dear Jimi, I still think I know you well ..words from your beloved wife Bibi tells me you are a good soul, fighter sportsman and on top of everything you made her happy so I know you well Jimi you are hell of a great guy .., god bless you..Go in peace May your soul rest in heaven, ...until Bibi and You reunite again .

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