James R. Wettengel

Dad, Happy Birthday! Today is another day that we would be celebrating together and instead I sit here without you.

Your death has created a gaping whole in my heart. Day after day I continue to miss you. There hasn't been a day that has gone by that I haven't thought of you, haven't wanted to pick up the phone and tell you what's going on that day, tell you I love you. They say that time heals all wounds. Your death has proved this wrong.

I'm thinking of you even more today as it's your 70th birthday. Happy birthday dad! I love you more than you'll even know!

Brenda

Dear family,
I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of your husband, father, grandfather, and previous owner of "abby". I am abby's new owner and have not been able to get a hold of Jim since last september when we visited about champ show. I recently brought abby down to the cities and had wanted him to know in case he wanted to visit. I feared for this but was unsure of how i could find him. It was suggested that i google him and it was then that i found out. My sympathies to all of you. Jim was a very kind and caring gentleman and i will miss his phone visits about abby. He sure loved that horse! lorraine 320 491 6524.

Brenda, Wendy, Robin, Diana and Dolly, my heart goes out to you and as always you will be in my prayers. Thank God for the great memories you have that will always be safe in your minds. Jim is smiling now and happy to be free of the grip of cancer, thanks be to God! I am thinking of you.

Jimmerz, I have started this note about a dozen times in the last few days. How do you adequately describe your feelings for someone who meant the world to you with just a few words? How can I tell people how much you have helped me with everything - how you helped me get on my feet with my house and car 20+ years ago? How do I tell people how you listened to me crying my eyes out for so many months after Hollywood passed away? Hollywood meant the world to me and it killed me to have to put her to sleep. You listened to my fears and even agreed that it was the right thing to do. She was suffering. As hard as it was for you, you said you would go with me. And when I broke my neck, who was there for me? It was you and mom! You and mom have always been there for me as well as the other girls. You have also always been there for mom too. You have no idea how many people have made comments about our blended family. There are not too many people that would have Easter dinner with their ex-husband and the ex-husband’s new family. But we all made it work. I was so proud to be part of a working blended family.

Thanks for everything dad. You will always be close in my heart. I will do something special to celebrate Father’s day this year – something you would be proud of.

I love you, always and forever. Brenda

Dear Dad,
During one of my sad moments Griffin asked me what is wrong. I told him that I missed you. He told me you are right here and motioned with his hand that you are standing right next to me. That is the thought I have of you everyday. Thank you for all you have done to make me who I am today. I love you. I hope you will enjoy all our future lunch dates, I get to pick the place.

Wendy, Serita and family, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I know haw important he was to you. You ar in my prayers. I think of you often, Wendy. God bless you. Janet

Robin: I am so sorry to read of your father's passing. It's been a very long time since we've been in contact, but it's times like this that bring us back to yesterday. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in your memories.

Dear Dad.
You are and will always be our guiding light and we will forever cherish the memories that you have given us. May your light continue to light up our life and all the lives you have blessed along the way. We Love You,
Love your girls Wendy and Diana.

Brenda(and family),
We are so sorry that he lost his courageous battle.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Scott and Sarah Miller

Wendy, Diana, Brenda, & Robin - I wish to offer my deepest and sincere sympathy and condolences on the loss of your father. May God grant you strength, peace and understanding through this difficult time.

Brenda - Sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I am thinking of you.

Brenda, Joan, and Phil-
Please accept our deepest sympathys.

May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.

Joannie and Phil - We are so sorry for your loss. We know how much you love Jim and you will miss him a lot. Take comfort in knowing he is no longer suffering and is in a better place. Our prayers are with you and your family - love you

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jim always had a smile for everyone and he will be missed.

Jennifer Carlson

To all of Jim's family, I know without a doubt he will be truly missed. I loved Uncle Jim and he has been in my prayers. He is in a better place now. May God comfort you all in your time of sorrow.