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Jimmy Lewis Booth
1945 - 2021
Jimmy Lewis Booth
1945 - 2021
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BORN
1945
DIED
2021
Jimmy Booth Obituary
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Caren Daniel
May 3, 2024
My husband and I had the great pleasure of meeting Jim Booth when we were living in Charleston in 2018. We went to the Jim Booth Gallery on James Island not far from where we lived and it was my birthday and my husband wanted to get me a Jim Booth painting. I selected "The Storm." Jim was there that day and signed my painting and personalized it. This was very special for me. Before we moved the gallery was in the process of closing because he was losing his sight. We learned Jim was going to paint one more painting as he was commissioned by the church we attended, St. James Anglican Church. This may very well have been his last painting. After we moved, my husband learned the painting had been released and he ordered the painting and gave it to me on Valentine's Day 2020. I am so glad to have both of my paintings and so blessed that we met Mr. Booth and my first painting was signed by him. He was definitely a brilliant artist and sounds like he was a great person to know.
Paulette Ivey
July 18, 2023
I have several paintings of Jim Booth's in my home, but my husband and I stopped by the gallery in James Island to purchase another picture and this man starts signing my picture!! I'm thinking what are you signing my picture for? Turns out it was Jim Booth himself!! I had never met him didn't know what he looked like!! I was totally shaken also embarrassed that I didn't know him! I apologized and told him what a fan I was and I wish I could buy all his paintings!! He was touched !! It was very meaningful!! Paulette Ivey
2/18/23
Larry Levinson
June 3, 2023
I was honored to have met Mr. Booth from collecting his work and going to the gallery often. I miss going there and visiting him when he would be there.He will truly be missed. Condolences to the family. Rest in Peace. Larry Levinson
Mardy Lundstrom
June 2, 2023
Every day, in every room of my home I am reminded of Jim Booth through his beautiful paintings. He has left an incredible legacy in his art work.
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John Bemiss
January 13, 2022
I was just surfing the net to see what the value of the so many prints we have on the walls. Jim would send us for insurance purposes and had not received anything in a while. I was shocked to read of his passing, such a great talent and always a joy to talk to him in his gallery. He dedicated several of the prints we purchased as gifts to our sons. They moved from the low country and his prints reminded them of home. As a Vietnam veteran one to another rest in peace my brother in arms.
Rick Young
October 28, 2021
I met Jim in 1995 when I moved to Charleston and visited his gallery. Jim and I visited after I bought several works. He was full of life and stories. I moved to North Augusta but came back to visit not knowing his past in North Augusta so we talked about his childhood for a long time. His paintings capture the beauty of the South and the timelessness of its landscapes. He was a kind and wonderful soul. God Bless the family as he will be missed.
Jan Sheely
October 15, 2021
Didn't have the good fortune to meet Mr. Booth, but always loved his art and have several prints. I wouldn't take anything for them. He leaves so much beauty behind for many to remember him by. He made his mark on this world. Prayers for all his family and friends.
Diane Charlotte NC
September 6, 2021
Just Heard of Jim Booth´s passing. We lived in Charleston from 1972 to 1976 on Beauregard Street, James Island. One of our neighbors knew his mother and told us about his paintings. We all bought an original before he was famous LOL We have since purchased a few others and still have them hanging in our home. We love his marsh scenes and Rainbow Row. He will be missed by family and friends but will live on through his wonderful artwork! God bless.
Debra Boris
July 15, 2021
I have several of his wonderful paintings, this man had a wonderful talent i had the pleasure of meeting him when purchasing his paintings and he was kind enough to sign them, my condolences to the family.
Ashley Pfirman
July 11, 2021
I ABSOLUTELY loved this man. Growing up, I would save my allowance and slowly collect paintings one by one. He would take time to walk with me through the gallery and tell me stories about his paintings and how he came up with ideas to paint them.
As I grew older and married, Jim was still my hero. My husband and I along with our family moved to Cincy but every time I would come home, I would visit the gallery.
Jim would mail me one small painting every year and write "Merry Christmas" with my name and the year on it in his infamous gold pen. The last one he sent was of the lighthouse....he said it was his favorite and meant the most to him.
Before the gallery closed, we took a pic in front of one of his first paintings, and talked about how he was going to "relax" now that he was retired, but still working on painting the dogs. Ha! What a great sense of humor.
This man has left a permanent mark on my heart, and his many paintings in our home will always be a lasting memory of him, his work, and his amazing passion for art and his city.
May the good Lord continue to bless you and your family.
Ashley P
Caryn McGrew
June 14, 2021
Jim was a very kind man who was down to earth and was a great artist! I loved his art, he inspired me to get out and photograph the great lowcountry! I am so very sorry to hear the passing of Jim! May God be with his family!
Charlyn Staubes
June 12, 2021
What a humble man Jim was. I fell in love with his art work when it was displayed by Ambassador Art Gallery over 40 years ago. What detail! It has been my pleasure to visit his James Island studio many, many times and to have conversations with him. His art brought pleasure to thousands of people.
Jean Hanvey
June 12, 2021
So very sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Sandra
June 8, 2021
It is with my deepest sympathy for the Loss of your family and dear friend. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr Booth i can honestly say he was a very kind man and very talented. I have been a fan and I own several pieces of his beautiful work for many many years now He will be missed Heaven has gained. And I can only begin to imagine the beautiful picture He now sees. God Bless the Family
Nancy Webb Kress
June 8, 2021
Jimmy and I grew up together in North Augusta and went through all our years at school together. We have stayed in touch through all these years. We had planned to meet at Folly Beach this summer. This talented and friendly man will be greatly missed.
Nancy Webb Kress, Columbia, SC
Kathy Heinsohn
June 8, 2021
Very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. The Heinsohn's lived around the corner from the Booth's on Folly and I spent many nights babysitting the girls when they were young. I marveled at Jim's downstairs artist studio and the works he was starting and the beauty he was capturing. He and Virginia were so much fun to know. And his laugh just lit up a room and was so very unique to him! So very sorry for your loss! Much love, Dr. Kathy Heinsohn
Cheryl Peters
June 7, 2021
May God welcome this wonderful artist into the beauty of Heaven.
Mary Doran
June 7, 2021
I'm so sorry to hear that Jim has passed. I've collected his art for many years and no one will ever compare to his talent. I remember walking into his gallery one day and he had just hung a painting he had finished and I immediately said that I wanted it! Jim said, Mary at least let me hang it for awhile. I paid for it and let him keep it for a little while but I was determined to get it. My grandson went in with me as a little boy and as we walked around, he would say, I like this one Granny and I would say, I have it and you can have it. After about the 10th one, I looked up and saw a man standing with his mouth open staring at us and I just said, I have an automatic number and I buy them all. This grandson is a senior in college now and said yesterday that his home will be filled with Jim Booth art. He loves his work too! I have many of his signed and numbered prints and many more signed and numbered Artist Proofs, a couple of canvas prints, 1 pencil drawing that I gave to my daughter of 2 ducks, 1 published original of Daddy's Girl that I gave to my daughter when she finished college, 6 other original paintings that prints were not made from. I also have some old black and white prints from before he opened his own gallery. There will never be anyone that can come close to comparing to his talent. I always enjoyed talking with Jim, Virginia and Diane when I went into the gallery. I loved hearing Jim laugh! His work is all over the US, I've given my prints as gifts. Some of my gifts are in Idaho and Florida! My condolences to all of his family and friends.
Virginia Zubriski
June 7, 2021
So very sorry to hear this news! What a talented interesting man! I had the pleasure of working with Jim producing his prints!
It was one of the high lights of my career! We had many laughs about life! A wonderful person gone to soon! Prayers for the family!
Jim Hayes
June 7, 2021
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope that your memories comfort you through these times. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ronny and Martha Holmes
June 7, 2021
What a sincere honor to have known Jim. This is a life legacy for his family and friends to be very proud of and aspire to personally.
Jim and his talents have been a blessing to so many.
Our condolences go out to the family and all who knew and loved him.
Cheryl Poplin
June 6, 2021
Connie, Lifting you and the entire Booth Family in my prayers. So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. May the God of peace bring you comfort as you face the days ahead. Reach back in your memories...he will be there! In his grace, Cheryl Poplin
Norma Owens
June 6, 2021
So very sorry to hear of Jim's passing.Had the pleasure of meeting him and seeing him numerous times at the gallery.We have 10 of his paintings with a few signed and numbered prints.Also got our picture taken several times together which I will cherish.Glad we got to meet such a great artist and man.
Kathryn Wilson davis
June 6, 2021
Lived a few houses down from Jim in the earlier days in Clearview and the girls were young. he was an amazing artist and his legacy great....most all the places he painted were specials places i grew up in and the represent most cherished memories and his paintings have made them live forever for me . Rest In Peace dear man
Rae Ann Blyth
June 6, 2021
Tracey and Diana, Your dad once told me that while he provided the product, your mom had the business brain. What a couple they were and together what a success! May they both rest in peace - together again.
Richard Beck
June 6, 2021
Jim and I went to High School together and I got re acquainted with him when he and Virginia moved to thirteenth Street on Folly. Over the years, I had many opportunities to see him and talk to him about his paintings. I was privileged to get to know his family. For some reason, people thought that Jim and I looked alike. As I was getting t into politics on Folly and his art career was taking off, we would often share the experience of being mistakenly taken for the other. I would be in the grocery store when someone would come up to me saying how much they enjoyed my new painting and Jim would be approached by a disgruntled Folly citizen. We realized what was happening after talking one day. from that day on, I would simply graciously accept the compliments as if I were Jim but Jim couldn't resist tweaking people that were unhappy with me. We had many laughs over our encounters. Were it not for Jim's generosity and love for the Morris Island Light, I don't think that Save the Light could have ever managed to be able to buy it and donate it to the state. Jim created a special painting to finance the sale of the lighthouse and donated 400 prints, the sale of which made the purchase possible. Jim was a founding member and served on STL's advisory board until his passing. People like Jim Booth don't come along often enough. Obviously a hard working talented artist; he was so much more. It was an honor to have called him friend.
Ginger Hill
June 6, 2021
I have one of his signed prints that reminds me so much of home. He has been and will continue to bless my life
Pam Carnes
June 6, 2021
Our deepest condolences to the family.
Jim was a blessing to all who had the pleasure of seeing his paintings.
I have 2.
Sallie Spangenberg
June 6, 2021
My momma went to JIHS with you and has almost every painting of the lowcountry you've done. When I married a Marine and left Charleston, I started my own collection of your paintings. When I am homesick for pluff mud and lowcountry sunsets, I can glance around in any room and find one of your paintings and I home again. May your family find peace and they walk this journey of mourning your death, but find joy in the lives you touched with your talent and charm. Semper Fi, sir!
Jason & Lisa Smith
June 6, 2021
We have a few of your paintings but stopped at the gallery on vacation and you were there. We bought a painting and you signed it for us. You weren´t happy with the signature so you used a razor blade to scrape it off a couple of times until it was perfect. It was the highlight of our visit.
Alexis Lathrop
June 6, 2021
You have touched so many lives with your artwork. I live in Texas but your artwork keeps me close to home. Thank you for your beautiful visions. Condolences to your family & friends.
Lynne Shuler
June 6, 2021
Just saw your post on Facebook of his passing. He was an amazing artist and I have many of his prints hanging in my home..some signed by him. I also love the low country and Chareleston- Folly area. My deepest sympathy to you his family. I will treasure even more dearly his works that I have.
LuAnne & Peyton Northington
June 6, 2021
So sorry to hear of Jim´s passing. We always loved visiting his art gallery and listening to his stories about growing up in Graniteville and North Augusta. We are very sorry for the family´s loss and our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. He was a truly talented artist and all around great person. He will definitely be missed by all that had the good fortune to meet and know him.
Lori Dunlap
June 6, 2021
Thank you for being you! I have many of your paintings in my home because you brought life to the things you painted. My son got to come to your gallery and he picked out a painting for his step-father which you signed and personally wrapped up for him. He understood why I spoke so highly of you! Rest in peace!
Joe and Marleen Ocasek
June 6, 2021
We are so saddened to learn of his passing. His studio was a favorite spot for us and how fortunate we felt to have purchased prints and have him sign them for us! A true artist who captured what we love most about our wonderful Charleston area. Our sincerest condolences to the family. A true loss for all of us who loved his work!!!
Michelle Watkins
June 6, 2021
Truly sad to hear of the passing of this talented and kind man. His art gallery was one of our favorite stops when we visited Charleston. Thank you so much for sharing your gift with all of us. Rest in peace.
Deborah Hall
June 6, 2021
Thanks for all your lovely art that you shared with us every piece is beautiful and now you are painting a masterpiece for our master in heaven God gave you wings , you gave us your talent in beautiful art that will live on forever thanks
Martha Lundstrom
June 6, 2021
I fell in love with his paintings before I moved here and now every wall in my house has one. Always loved chatting with him at his gallery. He will be missed but his art work lives on. Rest in peace Jim.
Michael ONeale
June 6, 2021
Godspeed Jim, you will always be remembered.
Wanda Ackerman
June 6, 2021
So sorry to hear this. We met him several times over the years at his gallery. He was a very nice and talented man. Have a lot of his paintings. Will treasure them. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
John & Candy Bell
June 6, 2021
All of our meetings up with Jim were at his gallery! I looked at him like a star, a really famous personality, so I only ho po ed to get a glance of him, if he were even in the gallery! When I saw him laughing and talking to clients and ringing up sales himself, I wasnt sure it was even him, but he stuck his hand out and introduced himself to us! I think I got all fan girlie and. blushed, lol! My husband knew of him, I guess, from around James Island, where he and I grew up. And from his mothers arduous collection of his prints! She was always running in, or sending one of us in to get a may or frame changed, or pick up new print she'd bought! After that first meeting, He treated us like old friends! Would even put his arm around my neck and hug me bc he knew I would blush....
And then that marvelous sound of his laughter. We"ll never forget the famous painter, and that down to earth, everyday Jim! May he rest in Jesus's arms. He will be sorely missed!
Karen Bailey
June 6, 2021
Mr. Jim was so kind and talented man. Years ago he brought his paintings to the DMV on Leeds Ave. for me. They are still there. He will be missed by many.
Lee Wilson
June 5, 2021
Tracy,Diana,and family , Our prayers are with you and your family during this time . We are so sorry for your loss . Your Dad and Mom were such a great fun loving couple .We enjoyed our friendship with them starting as Oak Island neighbors and car pooling to Nativity and Bishop England .Your dads art works beautifies our home , he was truly a talented artist ! Sincerely, Lee and Elaine Wilson
Harold & Ann Campbell
June 5, 2021
Jim was always so caring. A good man to be around. Our thoughts and prayers for his family and friends.
Larry Levinson
June 5, 2021
Just wanted to say that I had the pleasure of doing business with Mr. Jim for years. I am and avid collector of his work. He will be missed by many. Also, my condolences to the family. Rest In Peace Mr. Jim.
maryann meyers
June 5, 2021
Tracey and Diana sorry to Hear of your Dad's moving on to Heaven. I miss seeing you and your family in the gallery. I know your mom and dad are watching you from above. Prayers for you and your family xoxoxoxo
Beth Wetherbee
June 5, 2021
Charleston has lost one of it´s treasures. Jim captured the beauty of this city for all us to enjoy and cherish. He will be missed...and for those of us who are lucky enough to own one or more of his pieces, he will be thought of often and never, never forgotten. His artwork is his legacy, and it will live on forever
Tom & Carolyn Botchie
June 5, 2021
A fine gentleman and he will be sorely missed. R I P sir
Kim Everett
June 5, 2021
My sincerest condolences to the Booth family. I am so sad to hear that we have lost another special James Islander and great artist. I will always cherish my Jim Booth prints, lovingly created by him of our treasured Charleston life. You will be missed, Jim Booth, your talent will live on forever
Amy Burch
June 5, 2021
Heartbroken to hear this news. My husband an I have so many of his prints. He was such a sweet man. God has surely called him to Heaven to paint for him there. Our heartfelt sympathy to his family.
Kathy Swanson
June 5, 2021
So sorry for the loss of a true Icon of the Low Country. Met at Folly Beach in the 70's and have considered the Booth family as a wonderful reflection of my home town. Dianna, you are amazing and the honor and integrity has obviously been passed down through the generations. My heart goes out to all the family and friends. I am so happy that I was allowed to have met this fine and talented man. May you rest in peace.
Glenda Fultz Lazicki
June 5, 2021
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. My heart breaks for you and your family. May God hold you close through these days and weeks to come.
LaVonne Walker
June 4, 2021
My heartfelt sympathy to Tracy, Dianna, Linda and the remainder of Jims family.. the old group from Tabby Island is growing very slim, but the love we all shared will go on.. Ray and Marvin , Bill and Bert .. and so many more will always remember how "our" artist got started and the times we had. Thoughts and prayers from Marlene and I..... rest well Jim....See you soon.
Gordon edwards
June 4, 2021
I worked with his father for many years. His brother Lou is my and my wife,June´s godson. We were so sorry to hear of his passing. We have one of his paintings and several prints. He was so talented. God be with your family and may you Rest In Peace.
Jean Singletary
June 4, 2021
Prayers of comfort for family as this huge loss is processed. Jim was truly dedicated to his art, Charleston & most of all his family. Jim will certainly be missed.
Mary Jayne McGinnis Nicholas
June 4, 2021
From my whole family to yours, our deepest sympathies. Rest in peace, Jim, and God bless all who love you and the beautiful art you created.
Anne Minshew
June 4, 2021
Our local community has lost another beloved member. Jim was a very talented artist and had one of the kindest souls I've ever had the good fortune to meet. The world will be a sadder place without him. Heartfelt prayers to his daughters and their families.
Shirley Burk-DeWitt
June 4, 2021
I worked with his Father for several years and own a lot of his paintings. A nice man and so talented. My condolences to his family.
M. Elaine Proctor
June 3, 2021
I was a friend of his Mother and her ceramic shop. I met him through her. What a talented artist. Sending my deepest sympathy to his family. Have you in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless.
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