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Jane Paterra
October 19, 2020
I am so sorry! Know that I share your loss and hope you will find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish, forever❣
Joseph Delgado
October 18, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda DeBoer
October 17, 2020
Mr. James Lilley was a wonderful man. I knew him from working the track meets at P. C. H . S. A wonderful man friend mentor a family man and a well respected man . I could go on forever. I remember when I first started walking I was getting discouraged because I wasn't doing much and Jim said keep going each day do one more step. He was so encouraging to everyone rest well Mr. Lilley you will be missed but your memories will live on.
Yolanda Donaldson
October 17, 2020
Prayers for his wife and family. Mr. Lilley you will forever be my favorite teacher. From Alcott Elementary to Jefferson Jr. High to Pontiac Central.. you were the best .A great teacher and Friend. Thank you for all the encouraging words you use to give me. May God comfort and keep this family.
SanJuanita Carattini
October 16, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Marlene Childers
October 16, 2020
Mr. Lilley was my 8th grade algebra teacher at Jefferson Jr. High. The previous year my teacher nearly killed my love of math but Mr. Lilley restored it and then some. He was a very nice, compassionate, and fun teacher. Even his students that didn't particularly like math learned to like it. I was shocked and heartbroken to hear of his passing. Dee, may the love you shared carry you through the days ahead. To all his family, friends, and former students my prayers and thoughts are with you. You will be forever missed Mr. Lilley.
Christy Engle
October 16, 2020
This really broke my heart to hear...you was the best teacher at Pontiac Central High School! I really got to know you in gym class & when I worked in the bookstore with Mrs. Lyons❤ always so positive with a big huge smile on your face everyday! Your memories I will forever hold on too! Rest in peace Mr. Lilly I know your finding so many adventures up there
Charles Tyson
October 15, 2020
Mr.Lilley, Best Damn teacher,I remember when you broke hand/arm, we had it easy for a minute,always friendly, positive, full of energy,Mr. Lilley thanks for helping me feel good about myself 6th-8th Jefferson Warrior#35.
Shelia Selke
October 15, 2020
Dee, I am truly saddened to hear about the death of Jim. I worked with Jim in Pontiac Schools and lived in your Rochester Hills neighborhood. Jim truly was a “good” guy. May God comfort you in your great loss.
Shelia Selke
joe hunrath
October 15, 2020
Mr. Lilly was my gym teacher at Jefferson Jr High school Pontiac MI. Super nice
Person. Jim rest in peace god bless
William H Richardson
October 14, 2020
What I remember MOST about Jim is his love for EACH student who entered into his life. His compassion for and understanding of young people is the reason he "made a difference" in the lives of all of them. I had SO many lengthy conversations with Jim when he was at PCHS. I KNEW how much his health students and runners cared about him.....and he knew that too. I was delighted when he and Dee went to sw China with me to help train Chinese English teachers on summer holiday. In addition, we traveled together to Australia and New Zealand. I knew this very special man WELL and had the ultimate admiration for him as a teacher, a coach, an administrator, an athlete and, most importantly, as a human being who cared about and gave so much of himself to others......The selfless man will be missed, but not forgotten by the thousands he touched. Until we meet again, Jim................
October 14, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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