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James Gartenberg Obituary
"When I first met him, he was running the University of Michigan Alumni Club meeting. He was president of the New York City chapter. I was impressed with his leadership skills, how well he was organized, his intelligence, his presence, his ability to negotiate in difficult situations when there was conflict. I said to myself, 'I want to marry him.' "
That was in 1989. James M. Gartenberg, a man who would be hugely thrilled to know that Coach Lloyd Carr and the entire Michigan football squad signed a condolence card to his family, took a long time to come to the same conclusion about Jill Freeberg that she had about him.
But figure it out he surely did. Married six years ago, happily ensconced on the Upper East Side, father of Nicole, 2, with another child on the way, Mr. Gartenberg, 35, was moving out of his office at 1 World Trade Center on Sept. 11. His employer, Julien J. Studley Inc., the commercial real estate firm, was shifting him to Midtown.
Mr. Gartenberg spent some of his last minutes on ABC-TV, calmly describing the situation on the 86th floor.
He was making plans to take his family to next month's Michigan-Wisconsin game. He had taught Nicole ‹ "his heart and soul" ‹ to yell "Go Blue!" when Michigan was on television. He secretly fantasized about wearing navy pants embossed with little maize M's when he was suitably old.
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S G
July 11, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person.
Carynn Maldonado
June 29, 2025
An American hero !
I hope your family is at peace and they are surrounded by so much love ❤
Zachary Sigsworth
January 12, 2025
Your memory lives on in 2025 and forever. Never forget. Thank you Jim
Jeff USAF Airman
August 26, 2024
You touched me in 2024. May you live in spirit with no end. Your words will guide my life of calmness.
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Tara Lucas
July 31, 2024
James, you must have known you’d make a positive and unforgettable mark on this earth. You did so throughout your 35 years and on the worst day in American history. Your calm, comforting voice soothed even the most confused and terrified of us. We (as a country) will never forget you and your beautiful spirit and legacy live on. God Bless you and hopefully (if I’m lucky) I’ll get the pleasure of meeting you one day in heaven
Celeste
September 15, 2023
Unfortunately, I never metbut he has touch so many. I deeply admire his strength and courage. Rest in peace James. You are a hero.
Hannah Plotkin
September 11, 2023
Still reminded of James, although I did not actually know him. On that terrible day, I was so impressed by his courage and brave words, speaking to the ABC reporter at that unspeakable time of horror in our history. Sending blessings to his wife and family for a good New Year.
Gloria R Lalumia
September 10, 2023
Listening to you again on Sept. 10, 2023....Rest in Paradise
Bob Miller
September 12, 2021
I had noticed that on Google there is a webpage that says “phone calls that were made from the World Trade Center on that very morning of 2001” and they featured certain people that were way up past the 80th floor and Jim Gartenberg was one of the people that they featured as a heroic man of September 11 2001. I must say that from what I noticed of him as his wife said many great things of Jim of how great of a husband he was and his wife also mentioned that at the time of Jim’s passing she had one daughter and his wife was 3 months pregnant with another daughter that unfortunately Jim did not get a chance to know but his wife seems to be doing good today raising two girls as she says her daughters have some of his personality traits and Jim’s wife is happy with her girls as I’m sure she is very close with both of them. Jim’s wife is truly an amazing woman of strength and I admire her for that as that September day 20 years ago was the most horrible thing that has ever happened to the United States and we will never forget that terrible September morning. It has amazed me that when they showed Jim as they played Jim’s voice live on ABC news and the news guy was questioning Jim about the situation about what is going on in the World Trade Center and the news guy asked Jim if he knew that the World Trade Center was hit by a plane and amazingly enough Jim in a completely calm and relaxed voice said “Yes I am aware that a plane hit our building in the World Trade Center but I do not know if the plane is sitting above me or below me” and it is super amazing and unbelievable that Jim was able to maintain a very well balanced and professional and calm and together disposition with his demeanor especially when we all knew what was going on around Jim. Honestly the news guy on ABC News sounded more nervous and panicky than Jim actually did. Then the unthinkable happened as the news guy on the ABC News channel was speaking with Jim all of the sudden Jim’s voice completely disappeared and we all suddenly did not hear Jim anymore as one of the last things that Jim said was that he was on the 86th floor and then everything went silent. Even the ABC News guy could not find any words to say at that point of Jim disappearing from the phone call because the ABC News guy knew right there that Jim was gone and the news guy was speechless and choked up with complete devastation as at that point Jim vanished and was never heard again. Wow I get chills as I listened to Jim’s last and final words as I could tell that he was a very courageous and strong and caring and heroic man and his wife was very lucky to have known him as Jim has made a very impressive lasting impression with everyone that he knew and again especially his wife who I’m sure that not a day goes by that she does not think about Jim as I’m sure that Jim’s wife thinks about Jim all the time and prays for Jim as Jim was a super special wonderful man that Jim’s wife was very lucky to share her life with. God Bless Jim’s wife as I’m sure she has a lot of great pictures of Jim and a lot of wonderful memories of Jim as well to keep her company and I’d also like to say God Bless everyone who knew Jim as people who knew Jim were again very lucky to know such a great and wonderful person. Jim is in our thoughts and prayers as I can tell he was a great guy
Hannah( Anne) Plotkin
September 12, 2021
Although I did not have the honor of knowing him, I thought of James yesterday as I watched the documentary of 9-11 by the 2 French brothers, on this, the 20th anniversary of this historic tragedy. At the time, I took note of James immediately upon hearing the TV broadcast of his words, his cool and calm leadership. He described a horrendous scene with such a calm manner, intent on allaying fears and panic of others around him. It took a very special person to do that. His loss is immeasurable. May he Rest In Peace forever and may his memory be for a blessing. My condolences to his beloved family once again.
Theresa Skelaney
September 11, 2021
I just saw his call-in is on You Tube, so my previous message can be ignored. He definitely talked clearly and kept it together.
Theresa Skelaney
September 11, 2021
To his family. I am watching the recording of that horrible day on an old VCR tape that I have kept all these years. He was probably the first one that had called in. If you would like to see this or perhaps get a copy, let me know. My condolences..
Chinar Sodhani
July 6, 2020
You were a BRAVE, BRAVE man!!
Dale Waun
September 18, 2019
My wife and I went to the 911 Museum in July this year. What a beautiful and solemn place. we could feel the presence of all the 911 victims in that sacred place. So sorry Jim that you lost your life that terrible day. God Bless and GO BLUE !!
Fran W.
September 16, 2019
Sending Jims family prayers and condolences. I just watched Voices from the Towers and am incredibly moved by his love for family and his bravery in the midst of tragedy. Im sure he would be so proud of his beautiful daughters and the way his wife has raised them. He lives on in them. We will never forget.
Kent and Debra Mountford
September 11, 2018
Remembering 9/11 seventeen years today.
Hannah Plotkin
September 13, 2017
I am amazed and heartened to see that so many years after this tragedy, Jim Gartenberg, whom I did not know but was so moved by after the tragic and historic event, is still inspiring people, both strangers and devoted friends.
I commend Legacy for providing such a terrific and ongoing forum for all our feelings and thoughts. Thank you, Legacy and, once again, commiseration to Jill and her family.
You're in my heart & every block M I see, Jimmy!
Nicole Wayne
September 14, 2016
Doc Holly
September 12, 2016
Hi Jimmy:
Hard to believe its been 15 years.
We still miss you every day. I still have the bracelet your lovely mom gave me. Even after 15 years, I can't watch any of the footage or documentaries without getting the shakes & sobbing like a baby but I watched a clip of the one with Jamie. You'd of been so proud of her. I just kept thinking how much of your mannerism she has.
Sorry I didn't make it to the memorial this year. For some reason this year hurts more than others.
Peace to all who knew & loved you.
Dale Waun
September 11, 2016
I saw your daughter Jill name your name at the 9/11 Memorial today in New York at ground zero. What a beautiful girl. She shouted out GO BLUE after saying your name. Hey Jim, we beat Central Florida yesterday, 51-14 !!! Wish you and your family could have been there together.
Ashley
April 1, 2016
I recently saw this story on the 9/11 documentary and it really touched me. I didn't know James or his family, but I just wanted them to know me and my family are sending warm thoughts, always.
Dale Waun
September 14, 2015
Go Blue Jimmy! Jim Harbaugh is our coach now. A new era! Wish you could be there.
Phillippa Miao
September 12, 2015
I never knew Jim, but after watching Calls from inside the Towers in the UK featuring his wife I was so upset and inspired by his wife's story. I remember that day even living here in the UK and will never forget those life changing events. That kind of evil act will never resolutely silence people like Jim's wife who have campaigned to keep Jim's memory alive. He was an exceptional person who was taken so young. Jill and your family I send my sincere condolences on this the 14th anniversary. We will never forget that day, but we should not live in fear as we do now as a result and we should be resolute in our determination to eradicate this threat to society. God bless you and your family.
Ashton Lutge
September 11, 2015
I'm so honored to be wearing James' name tag at St. Thomas Aquinas High School to remember him on this day. My condolences to his family.
Hannah Plotkin
September 13, 2014
In memory of James to his family, may you all find comfort in the wonderful times you shared with this brave and dear soul.
Dale Waun
September 13, 2014
Going to the BIG HOUSE today to watch OUR WOLVERINES beat up on Miami of Ohio ! Wish you were there! GO BLUE !!!!
Meghan
September 12, 2014
I'm watching a show featuring phone calls made during the attack. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten. God bless you and your family is in my prayers tonight.
dennis mcdonald
September 6, 2013
Just watched a documentary which highlighted this tremendous man God Bless him and his family give him eternal peace
July 9, 2013
Dear of Family of James M. Gartenberg,may God give. you peace of mind . He sounded like a wonderful man ,my heartfelt condolences
Dale Waun
September 13, 2012
Missed you at the first home game at THE BIG HOUSE this year. We beat Air Force. God Bless your soul. GO BLUE !!!!!!
doc holly
September 11, 2012
Wow Jimmy, I cannot believe it is 11 years already. We still speak of you and your lovely parents, Irving & Lois frequently. I hope your children & nieces/nephews will know what a special guy you are. and I wish them peace. Say hi to Irv for me. - Doc.
Hannah
September 12, 2011
May his memory always be for a blessing.
Marla
September 11, 2011
Peace and Love for you and your family.
Rhett
September 11, 2011
I too, have a video of Jim talking during the attacks. He said he was on the 82nd floor and to send help. Every year I wait for his name to be read. Peace be with all who loved him.
Peter
September 11, 2011
Thinking of you today. An old friend.
Michele Miller
September 11, 2011
I was so moved hearing your daughter read your name during the memorial service today. I'm sure that you were watching the MI win last night at the Big House. Go Blue, and may god bless you and your family.
Dale Waun
September 11, 2011
Hey Jim,
We beat Notre Dame yesterday 35-31 !!! What an exciting game !!! We won it with only 2 secs. left on the clock.
Your name and the names of all of the other Michigan Alumni who gave their lives on 9/11 were shown and honored on the new big screens installed this year.
God bless you and your family and GO BLUE !!!!!
Laurie
September 11, 2011
Saw this great guy on tv tonight, and remembered his voice from ten years ago. Now I can't help but be grateful for a Michigan win last night. Go blue for Jim Gartenberg.
Dale Waun
May 13, 2011
James,
I hope that you somehow know that the man who planned your murder has finally received the justice that he deserved!! GOD BLESS AMERICA, GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY, and GO BLUE !!!!!
Darlene
May 12, 2011
I just saw "phone calls from the towers" and was so moved listening to all the family members and phone calls from their loved ones. My heart goes out to you. James sounded like a wonderful person. I was so impressed by how calmly he spoke and how he thought to, and was able to contact a news reporter to reach out and commmunicate. I try to think of this person I didn't even know to help me in my life when I need strength to carry on. This person was in such a dire situation and dealt with it so bravely that I can surely have the determination and strength necessary to deal with things in my own life, things that are really trivial compared to what he went through. So I just wanted his family to know that all these years later there are people out here that are helped in their own lives by how he dealt with this terribly horrible tragedy. What he said and did in his last moments have had a lasting effect on the life of a total stranger.
Adrianne Rollins
September 13, 2010
one of my professors to write a biography of a life lost during 9-11 i skrolled throught the list of names & chose this man compeletly random to find out he is a smart & careing man im sorry
September 13, 2010
I didnt know Jim, but I watched a documentary the other night on the anniversary of 9/11 and saw his wife Jill being intereviewed and learnt about what happened to Jim on that day. I thought he spoke so calmly, especially when he tried to reassure family members during his television interview. I hope Jill you are ok and so are your girls; you should be proud.
Lara Lowe, Melbourne Australia
Nicole Wayne
September 11, 2010
I miss you and I love you. You are always in my heart. Peace.
Dale Waun
September 10, 2010
I didn't know Jim, but watched the ABC nightly news tonight, and saw his picture with his Michigan hat on and then they showed a picture of his beautiful daughter with her Michigan cheerleader outfit. He would be proud of his little girl. As a Michigan fan I say to Jim, GO BLUE!! I wish you could have been at our first game this year with your little cheerleader to see the team beat U Conn 30 to 10. God Bless.
Jack Hammel
May 8, 2010
Jim was a great guy and missed deeplyI had the pleasure of his company every week as well as his
lovely wife and the rest of the Alumni group at The Sporting Club in Tribeca. You guys were a favorite of
ours and I wanna say Jim was a great leader
of the group and a good friend to us. You are greatly missed
my friend.
Brian Rosen
November 23, 2009
I really want everyone to know how much my dad loved Jimmy. He was his best friend in college and after college. He goes to the annual fund for him in Michigan almost every year. he will always have those memories with him cherished.
Brian Rosen
November 23, 2009
My dad, Andrew Rosen, tells me how great of a person Jimmy was, and I truly believe that. I like hearing him talk so much about him and I know how much he felt for him. Best wishes to Jimmy and his family. I will always remember him, and so will Andrew
Anne Plotkin
September 12, 2009
To Jill: Although I did not know him, your Jim became for me, the face of 9/11. As so many others that day in 2001, I helplessly watched the stories unfolding and felt I wanted to do something to help out in some way. I kept thinking of the fine young man whom we all heard on the television broadcast, live from the Towers, whose concern was, not of his own situation, but to reassure the families watching. I wondered all week what had become of him. When I saw you, Jill, that next week on television, being interviewed as, not only his widow, but a pregnant widow, my heart was breaking. I then decided to write to you.
I was touched and honored to find out that the letter I had written to you about James's bravery and concern for others in the face of extreme terror and tragedy - was read at his funeral.
I don't remember if I told you that our family, too, has bourne the tragedy of a terrible loss - my brother, Jerry Weston, was one of the victims of the Pan Am terrorist bombing over Lockerbie in 1988.
We, too, read out the names of the fallen, every December 22, the Pan Am anniversary date, for the past 20 years. This year's 9/11 Memorial service brought all that back to me. I felt compelled to watch the testimonies and listen to every name being read out. One man's father noted of the weather: this is not rain, these are tears...
I was heartened to see that a Scholarship Fund has been established in Jim's memory. May you and your children be sustained by the beautiful memories of the life you had with Jim. May his memory be for a blessing.
Viola Egan
September 11, 2009
I am a friend of Jimmy's sister Julie. My heart goes out to the whole Gartenberg family. You are in my prayers.
Andrea L
September 11, 2009
Jill,
It's been so many years since I met you training for the NYC Marathon. I had the chance to have dinner with you and Jim. Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family.
Andrea
Brian
September 9, 2009
A special man and obviously has left more than memories. A true legend who will never be forgotten. Id be happy to be half the man he was.
Diane
September 7, 2009
I'm here in England and I've just watched a programme about 9/11 which included the phone calls from Jim Gartenber. What a wonderful man. His calm and precense of mind to inform the world of what he was going through, as well as leaving loving messages for his wife is a testiment to the incredible person he was.
His memory will live on with someone who never even met him.
God bless his family.
September 6, 2009
I've heard of Jim tonight for the first time after watching a TV program in the UK about 9/11.
What an incredible MAN.
God Bless him and his surviving family.
David, Wales, UK
Kim Jenkins
July 18, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kristine
October 26, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
P Tabbernor
October 13, 2006
In remembrance....
Susan Feldman
August 13, 2006
Gone, but never forgotten. We still think about you and will forever miss you.
Danny Crudo
March 21, 2005
Jim,
You are the loss we all suffered on 911. The University of Michigan Allumni community will think of you often, and your wife and children even more. Our class of 1987 is truly honored to have you as a part of it. Your wife and children have the faith, hope and prayers of thousands, while your spirit soars with The Victors!
Danny J. Crudo Pharm.D.
Class of 1987
Doryn Wallach
September 11, 2003
I too on 9/11 turned on the t.v for the first time and heard this mans calm voice. I have thought about him every day since. I saw his name on the list of perished after 9/11 I cried and cried. I just wanted to let the family know that even though I don't know you, everytime I hear his name, I think about his voice and bravery on that day. My thoughts are with you.
Doryn Wallach
Lois C. Schwartz
September 11, 2003
Jim--you are gone, but not forgotten!
Lois C. Schwartz
U of M Alumna
David Roberts
September 11, 2003
I never knew Jim personally but his life has touched me.
I was home alone on 9/11. I began to record the events on videotape.
I put the tapes away for 2 years. I bought a DVD recorder and felt the need to transfer the videos to DVD. This morning I watched the DVD. I heard Jim talking to ABC television that day. He seemed so calm in the face of danger. I wrote his name down to try to find out who he was and what happened to him. Looking on www.google.com I found so much information about Jim and his life. He touched so many people in his life. Some he knew and some were strangers to him, like me. I am so sorry for his friends and family. Jim made a difference. I will remember him.
Jacqui Albergo
September 11, 2003
I worked with Jim for a few years before I left Studley. Jim kept me laughing with his keen sense of humor. Simply put, he was just a wonderful and down-to-earth person to know. There are so many little stories but one of my favorites was how everyday during football season, before he left the office each evening, he would mix up a batch of iced tea in this plastic football-shaped sports drinking bottle and have it chilled for the next day. As with all things Michigan and football -- he was fanatical about having that fresh batch of iced tea chilled and ready for the next day!
Mary Lynch
September 10, 2003
Jill & Family, although we have only known you and your girls for a short time, the Lynch family wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Padraig, Mary & Family
Diane Miller
September 30, 2002
To The Family Of Jim Gartenberg, I attend services at Saint Francis Chapel & City Ministry. On September 11, 2002 they made a wall of prayer for all the victims of September 11, 2001.
Every Sunday when I go to church I pick a name from the wall Sunday September 29, 2002 I picked Jim name. Please know that I will pray for Jim as if he belonged to my own family. I read about all the little M's on the navy pants, and a smile comes across my face, because I know inside he was a great guy and loved life. Jill I hope that you find peace and happiness with all your beautiful memories, bless you and your small children.
Sincerely
Diane Miller
Seth Kaufman
September 11, 2002
I worked with Jim downtown and kept in touch with him even after I went back to school. He was one of the most decent people I've ever known and I continue to think of him as a role model in my professional and personal life. Few can match his integrity, positive attitude, sense of humor, basic intelligence and plain manners. We last spoke a month or two before the attack and I looked forward to building on our relationship to include our kids. I think of Jim frequently and miss him sorely.
Kevin Farris
September 10, 2002
Jim was a credit to the University of Michigan and a tremendous asset to Wolverine alumni in the New York metropolitan area as president of the UM Club of NY. We shared a passion for Michigan football and every fall with the anticipation of the season to come I'll always think of Jimmy; remembering his dedication, exuberance, and grace, and wishing he was with us...GO BLUE! We'll never forget...
Debbie Levin
September 9, 2002
My sincere condolences to Jim's family. I didn't know him and my only connection to him or his family is the interview with his wife, Jill, that I watched on television the other day. He seemed to be a very genuine, warm, loving person. His wife seemed very brave and I hope she is able to take some small comfort in the fact that before the tragedy, this wonderful man was known only to his family, friends, coworkers and neighbors; after the tragedy, I'm certain there are countless people like myself who now know what a lovely human being Jim must have been and and recognize the real extent of the tragic loss for his family.
Dan Lebowitz
August 18, 2002
I met Jim at a Univ. of Michigan alumni meeting. We were not close, but he made a strong impression on me. Like his wife, Jill, I was also very impressed by him even on first meeting. I noticed some of the same traits that she did: leadership, composure, grace under pressure, and intelligence. Also, he had a way of making everyone feel welcome and a certain sincerity, warmth, and genuineness about him which is rare among people with so much presence. He will be missed and he will be remembered. Best wishes to his family.
--Dan Lebowitz, MD
Mary Ellen Szwejkowski
July 16, 2002
I just had to write this in the guestbook. I just finished reading the book INSIDE 9/11, WHAT REALLY HAPPENED,written by German magazine editers, the Der Speigel . In it was a chapter about James Gartenberg, and how he initially panicked, but spoke in a calm matter while talking to ABC live . I recall this event very well. I just felt terrible that he was trapped and could not find his way out. I wish to offer my sincerest condolescences to James' family, and knowing that the baby was already born. You are in my thoughts and prayers always.
Love,
Mary Ellen
Amy Schottenfels
July 15, 2002
A long time ago, in Cincinnati, Ohio I grew up next door to Jim's grandparents. He came for the summers from New York City and would exclaim to his mother that he was "going to the country". I only recently heard about Jimmy's passing and wanted to send by regrets to Lois.
Jodi Schenck
July 7, 2002
Dear Jill,
I still remember Jimmy, Larry and Muzzy, the 3 Musketeers in Hebrew Day School in sixth grade in Sha'aray Tefila...He was a funny, intelligent articulate kid, and it seems he remained so.
Certainly from here in Israel, I can sympathize with your loss...
May you and yours be comforted among the mourners in Zion....
Sincerely,
Jodi Schenck
Andy Tarica
June 5, 2002
I am an old friend of Jill's and I just wanted to express my condolences to the Gartenbergs and Freebergs. I am so sorry for your loss. I think about your families all the time, and just wanted you to know someone in Seattle is praying for you all.
James Schroeder
May 3, 2002
In the few years I knew him, Jim was a good friend and always went out of his way to make me feel like a friend. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
Eric Pomerantz
May 1, 2002
I took a class with Jim at UofM my freshman year. He was a year older and kind of showed me how to get things done. Just a few encounters over the years, but I still remembered his passion for Michigan. Jill, may your family find peace.
Michael Iezzi
April 25, 2002
Father we entrust our brother James to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
Joyce Stevens
March 17, 2002
I'll never forget listening to Mr. Gartenberg the morning of Sept. 11. I was watching ABC that morning when he called after the plane struck the building. I'm generally not good at remembering names, but his name and voice has never left my thoughts in regard to the events of that morning. I just had to express my deepest condolences to his family. May God bless your family.
Edith Bletcher
March 11, 2002
Dear Jill, Nicole,and baby:
I just wanted to let you know that you and Jim are remembered here in Ann Arbor today and everyday. Although I don't believe I every met him face to face, we corresponded in his capacity as president of the U of M Club of New York. In our last email exchange in April 2001 he said "It is an imperfect world which we can only try to better little by little." I can see from the tributes left here for Jim that he did try and that he succeeded. For his life and memory and all the other lives lost, we must continue trying to better this world little by little. God bless you and yours.
Edi Bletcher
Carol Monteleoni
March 9, 2002
As the birth of Jill and Jimmy's second child nears, I want to add my condolences to all the Gartenbergs and Freebergs. Jimmy was unique in his warmth, insight, humor, and passionate connection to other people. His children and family are blessed with his legacy
even as they are deprived of his presence. All my love to all of you,
Carol Monteleoni
laura and daniel stark
February 9, 2002
jill...our warmest regards
rest in peace jimmy
Mary Cantu
February 7, 2002
I am so sorry for your loss. You were so blessed to have had him for that amount of time than not to had had him at all. My prayers are with you and your family.
Mary
Lori Master
February 1, 2002
Jim and I met when I was President of the Penn State Alumni Club in NYC. We worked together on several Michigan - Penn State outings. I havea picture of him frozen in my mind - wearing his blue Michigan sweatshirt at Sports on the upper west side - with a big smile on his face.
My heart goes out to Jill, Nicole and the little one yet to come. We are all blessed to have shared Jim's life for as long as we could. He will always be with us.
Jill Gartenberg
January 31, 2002
As Jimmy's wife I take comfort in knowing that the many lives he has touched over the years leave people with great memories that will last their lifetime. Whether they knew him as "Jim" or "Jimmy," anyone who knew him knows what a great loss this is to all of us-- especially to his two children who will not know what a wonderful father they had.
Donna McQuade
January 30, 2002
There are no words to describe how much I miss Jim or how often I think of him Jill and Nicole. My heart aches for Jill yet there are no words I can offer to comfort her. I pray that their unborn child due in March will grow up to learn what a great Dad she had even though she will never get the opporunity to know him other than in spirit. He was a wonderful friend and my co-worker and I will cherish our last conversation on September 11th for the rest of my life. I love you to Jim. God bless your family and give Jill strenth.
Love,
Donna
Barbara Kennish
January 30, 2002
I had the pleasure of working with Jim at Studley for a few years. He made each day more enjoyable by adding laughter, concern and a love of life. My greatest memory of him is of his love of family - his wife Jill, his daughter, Nicole, his second child that is on the way, his mother, father and sister. He was a Michigan man through and through and wore the colors proudly. I remember our talks - sharing of children stories, helping with gift ideas, enjoying each others company. I laugh as I recall his hate of peanut butter and mushrooms and some humorous occassions this brought about. But above all I remember the friendship we shared and I miss him. He will remain always in my thoughts and prayers. Love Barbara
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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