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JAMES GIDEON LEHMAN Creator of The Total Transformation Program, one of America's most loved behavioral therapists. A charismatic humanitarian and aforce within the fellowship he lived for and by. James leaves behind a legacy of helping thousands of people, his beloved wife Janet and son Jeremy Wade. Memorial Service for James Lehman, Wednesday May 26th @ 7pm, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 370 S.W. 3rd Street, (off Palmetto Park Road), Boca Raton, FL 33432. (561) 392-0007. In lieu of flowers kindly donate to your favorite charity. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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Memories and Condolences
for James Lehman
Laurie Campbell
August 15, 2010
There is not much else that can be said about James. The man I knew was the man I have read about in this guest book. I remember the first time I met him he spoke to a "captive" audience in Windham, ME. I remember it so clearly and still use some of the euphemisms he shared with us that evening 19 years ago. I have since moved away and I have to tell you moving is no simple task. The twist of the mind when in unfamiliar territory is frightening but I was walking through a grocery store in SC when across the air came this familiar voice, an infomercial, and immediately my mind snapped back to right thinking. I laughed and laughed. Thank you James it was a pleasure and a GOD send to know you.
Peter Gray
June 19, 2010
I am one of the people who has benefitted greatly from Dr. Lehman's Total Transformation Program and I was deeply saddened to learn of his death. He will be greatly missed, but has done an enormous amount of good. May he rest in peace.
June 18, 2010
Dear Janet,
I just learned of James's death and I am so sad. James was not only a valued friend and colleague from our days at Sweetser, he also helped our family at a very difficult time and made a huge difference in our son's life. I told him a few years back that he had truly saved our son's life. I send you healing thoughts and know that his memory will live on in the lives of so many people. Dale Stephenson
Nick Scarpa
June 16, 2010
As a member of the Total Transformation, I have been reading James' email newsletter for the past couple of years. I was quite surprised to find out that he had passed away.
He will be missed, but his teachings are his legacy and will continue on in the lives of those who have been touched.
I pray for God's comfort to be with his family.
Nick
M H
June 16, 2010
I was shocked and deeply saddened by the news of James Lehman's death. Our world truly has lost one of our best! I followed his teachings while raising my adopted daughter who was finally diagnosed with borderline personality disorder/bipolar disorder. My husband and I have struggled many years with raising her. She is better now and Mr. Lehman's teachings helped us get through many of the really tough times. We still exercise his teachings.
May God bless and comfort his family, friends, readers, students, clients, and all who mourn his death. May Mr. Lehman rest in peace!
My GREAT & WONDERFUL FRIEND~You are missed EVERYDAY!
June 15, 2010
Michael Smith
June 9, 2010
I came into my personal recovery about 10yrs ago in Maine and James inspired me as he has done for so many. I am deeply saddened about the lost of this inspiring man. I know what James would say to me in this moment(S) "issues are like tissues you pull one out and another one pops up!"
Thank you James for all that you have done. I made a commit to carry a message to those in need and I plan on continuing that commit through your teachings and countless others.
Michael
April T
June 8, 2010
I've followed James and his teachings for over 15 years. He has helped me so much with my son. I'm so sorry for the great loss his family and friends will suffer. April in Maine
June 8, 2010
Janet and Jeremy,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of James. He was such a talented leader and I admired his passion greatly!
Kristin Jortberg-Dubois
June 7, 2010
James was the best of the best, I worked with him for a couple of years and he was one of the warmest, most genuine people I have had the privilege to know. I'll miss you James.. My deepest condolences to Janet and his son. Peace Brother, Don Kent, Portland, Maine
Charles Rose
June 6, 2010
Such a great leader in behavioral therapy. The validation of this science through its actual and practical application will continue to generate help for millions. Thanks for helping us understand who we are and why we behave as we do.
Ivette Ramirez
June 6, 2010
You will always be remembered. You can really tell that what you taught was your passion. Very kind hearted man that had a wonderful gift. My condolences to all your family. You will be tremendously be missed.
Rusty Barnes
June 5, 2010
Rest in Peace James, you truelly helped my sons and my marrage with the Total Transformation. You will always be in our hearts and prayers.
Connie DeLong
June 5, 2010
Like many others, I only knew him from books, articles, and videos. He certainly has helped to educate so many of us to become better parents and better people. My condolences to his family and friends.
james jones
June 5, 2010
Thank you James for living what we are taught: to love everyone, to treat your neighbor as yourself, and to help those in need wherever and whenever we can. Your legacy is one of love and giving. We are all better off for your life of love and service. Gob bless your family, and grant you everlasting happiness with Him in heaven.
Kelly Carroll
June 5, 2010
I am so sad to hear of james passing. He reminded me so much of my late father, and the help his program gave me... i feel like i actually knew him. my deepest sympathy to his family. He will live on through his work.
Carole Mann
June 4, 2010
Thanks for everything. I will continue to review your lessons of realism and practicality. Thanks for sharing your gift.
Barbara
June 4, 2010
He was a true giver. His work will continue to help people, and the world has been made a better place because of his willingness to give his all.
Gloria Sterling-McGIll
June 4, 2010
I feel a sense of profound loss but joy knowing that this man left a legacy that will certainly live on through this great work. One measure of the depth of your work is when it's carried on after you're gone with the same passion as when you're alive.
Laura Rodriguez
June 4, 2010
James created such an insightful, thorough, and practical program to help parents. He was truly gifted in understanding children and he developed a high quality practice and business.
Laura Rodriguez, Silver Spring, Md
L. (confidential)
June 4, 2010
This world sheds tears for a man of courage & dedication who is no longer among us. Thank you to his loving, supportive family for helping James so he could help so many of us. God Bless James, and may He comfort his loved ones left behind. With sympathy A (transforming )Canadian Mom
Laura Arasmo
June 4, 2010
A wonderful man who never knew how much his program helped my family.
June 2, 2010
I am so sorry to hear this tragic news, Janet. I worked with you both at Sweetser so many years ago.
My love to you and yours,
Christine (Cioffi) Leach
May 31, 2010
You are greatly missed Friend!
JC Edelberg
May 31, 2010
Janet,
I am so sorry for your loss, and my thoughts are with you and Jeremy. I will always remember James' keen intellect, wit, and deep compassion and caring for his clients and colleagues. We have lost a truly gifted and unique individual.
With deepest sympathy, JC
Karen Repasky
May 31, 2010
Janet and Jeremy, Blessings to you both as you move forward on your journey of grief and loss. James is one of those powerful souls that will continue to occupy a place in my minds eye. He was a great teacher for a salient life lesson of mine, so thankful we had divine appointment.
Johanna Moore
May 29, 2010
Janet!!!
Sending all the love and fondest thoughts to you and your family! David & Johanna. Artifacts
chrissy marrero
May 28, 2010
Janet,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family at this horific time. I was so shocked to hear of James' passing. I will always have fond memories of taking care of you and James at Poppies. My heart goes out to you. He will always be in my heart. He was a great man. He helped me out with our talks of my son. He will be missed immensely. Chrissy Marrero
Our Friend
May 28, 2010
Steve Farber
May 28, 2010
Janet, I just heard today and am very sorry. You and I only met last week when you stopped at Starbucks before heading to lunch with James. He will be missed.
Kathy Guptill
May 28, 2010
Janet,
I was shocked to hear of James' passing. Many of us at Sweetser have fond memories of both of you and the work we did together. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this most difficult time.
May 28, 2010
Janet and Jeremy, my heart goes out to you. The one small thing I will remember most is his hand shake. You could feel the incredible warmth and strength coming from with in. I knew he was a great man the 1st time we met. He will be missed, but not forgotten. My deepest Sympathy, Trudy
Art Warshawsky
May 28, 2010
Janet and Jeremy
My deepest sympathies,love and prayers are with you from Il. James was my boss,my friend,and mentor. Even tho the miles kept us seperated, I always smiled when he sent me jokes. Each time I heard his commercial in the car, I smiled some more. Noone could mistake Jimmy's voice or demeanor.
I have had numorous conversations about recovery and learned much. Its such a shock to me. My heart has hurt for days. Jimmy was a Gentle Man in every sense of the word(s)He will truly be missed.
All my love
Art Warshawsky
Wonder Lake Il
Jeff and Patti Bell
May 27, 2010
Dear Janet, It was very sad news to hear. We hope you find comfort in all your wonderful memories as husband and wife. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Jeff and Patti Bell
May 27, 2010
Janet, I am so sorry to hear about James. I hope you and Jeremy are holding up. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.Donna Sincyr
May 27, 2010
Janet,
I am so very sorry. I have many wonderful memories of working with you and James and learned so much from both of you. I always saw you two as such great team. My thoughts are with you and Jeremy.
With sympathy,
Frances Ryan
susan levine
May 27, 2010
dear janet and jeremy. I am so sorry for your loss. james was one of the most charismatic individuals i have ever known. You are in my thoughts and my heart. warmly, susan j. levine
May 27, 2010
Janet,
I am so sorry to learn of James' death. I'm actually blown away as I did not know he was ill. I have great memories of him and you while we were at Sweetser. He was pretty unstopable and did some great things. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Pat Beaudoin
Andres Verzosa
May 27, 2010
Dear Janet and Jeremy,
I am so sorry for your loss of your husband and father... James was one of a small group of men who played a pivotal role helping to turn my life around during a very troubled time... he helped me out of the darkness and into the light. When I think of James I hear his gravelly and distinct voice - his accent definitely "not from around here" (in Maine) and his speaking candidly and informatively about his life in a most powerful and trans-formative way... a profound and effective power of example for me and many like me. thank you for sharing him with us. My sincere and profound condolences to you. Andy V.
Robert Fairbrother
May 27, 2010
Janet and Jeremy,
i am sorry to hear about the passing of james i was one of james client and i wanted u to know that he will be missed my all the clients he say and i know he will be mise by my family rest in peace james i will miss u
Lisa Salzillo-Wason
May 26, 2010
James was a profound influence in my life. I was extremely lucky that our paths crossed when they did. He was the best teacher one could ask for. Even better...I could call him friend. My deepest sympathy to you Janet and Jeremy.
May 26, 2010
Dear Janet and Jeremy,
My sincere condolences. I worked at Sweetser years ago and learned a lot from James. I was sorry to have just read that he is gone. He helped a lot of people and will be truly missed. My thoughts are with you. Sincerely, Leslie Gatcombe-Hynes
May 26, 2010
Dear Janet:
Add my tears to the many that will be shed over the profound loss of James.
He was the essence of all I hold dear. He was such a power of example and he will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathy to you and Jeremy. I will remember all of you in my prayers.
Lillie Hanlon
Laura Mae
May 26, 2010
James, you truly gave yourself to us all, with so much love & acceptance & support to every living being....with no partiality. There are no words to express this worlds great loss, but your work here will go on for many generations. So my friend..."I'll be seeing you in all the old familiar places"....as I am walking the doggies...walking where you walked....you will be with me. I will try to live as you have left the footprints to follow. Rest In Peace My Dear Friend....well ok... Dance & Sing and Be YOU! The heavens will adore you as much as we all did! There can never be a goodbye...my heart won't allow it. We will always love & miss & celebrate YOU
May 26, 2010
Dear Janet and Jeremy,
I am so sad to learn of James' death. He taught us all so much and I am grateful to have known him and worked with him. James was unique and talented. I am thinking of both of you and sending positive thoughts your way. Barbara Fowler
DiFrancesco's
May 26, 2010
James, you gave us the best gift we could have received, a peaceful family. Thank you. You will be missed. Janet, my deepest sympathies.
May 26, 2010
Janet
I was saddened when I learned of James' recent passing. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Louisa Nunan
Carmen Parks
May 26, 2010
Janet, I am so sorry to hear about James, my sympathy to you and your son, I will always remember James as a good friend and his work will also be remembered by many.
Stacey Bissell
May 26, 2010
Many of us who now work in the Sanford School System spent many hours together with James when he was first starting out as a clinician. Each of us have many stories about how his teaching impacted who we became as professionals and has greatly influenced our continued work with students and families.....James, you taught us all so many things. The image in my mind ( that will always remain) is your walking around campus wiht your white tank tops on during the hot days of Maine's summers, smiling, saying hi to kids and adults. You will be greatly missed.
Janet and Jeremy- our prayers are with you.
Norma Porter
May 26, 2010
Janet, my sympathy to you and your son. James was such a wonderful man who wanted to help the world, and that he did. You are in my heart!
May 26, 2010
Thank you James. ~Cindi S. (Portland, ME)
Margaret Y,
May 26, 2010
I will miss Jim's heartfelt hugs and his upbeat, kind spirit.
May 26, 2010
Janet - my sincere sympathy for you, your son, and family. I was very shocked to hear of James passing. Know many of us still here at Sweetser have great memories of you both.
in thought and prayer - Donna Allen Murray
Laura Mae
May 26, 2010
James, you truly gave yourself to us all, with so much love & acceptance & support to every living being....with no partiality. There are no words to express this worlds great loss, but your work here will go on for many generations. So my friend..."I'll be seeing you in all the old familiar places"....as I am walking the doggies...walking where you walked....you will be with me. I will try to live as you have left the footprints to follow. Rest In Peace My Dear Friend....well ok... Dance & Sing and Be YOU! The heavens will adore you as much as we all did! There can never be a goodbye...my heart won't allow it. We will always love & miss & celebrate YOU.
May 26, 2010
May 26, 2010
My sincere sympathy to the Lehman Family. James was indeed a special man. Heartfelt sympathy to Janet and son.
Many blesings, Barbara (Wilson) Martin
Paul B
May 26, 2010
His essence in the fellowship will be greatly missed, but forever remembered. With all of my heart. Paul B.
Paul B
May 26, 2010
His essence in the fellowship will be greatly missed but forever remembered. With all of my heart. Paul
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