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March 26, 2015
Wow, Jim Pearthree was my divorce attorney in 1999. I moved away from Florida and today I googled his name to contact him about another matter, so sorry to hear of his passing. My sincere condolences to his family. He was a great attorney.
Paddy
July 23, 2013
Happy Birthday to my best friend!
Kimberly Mott
December 4, 2012
Sorry for your loss. I served with Jamie on the student council at UNF. For some reason, I had been thinking about the people from that time, and decided to look him up. I was shocked to see that he had passed. He was an interesting person to know.
r weaver
August 8, 2011
Jim represented me a long time ago in a case that would determine how life would be for me going forward. I didn't want to accept that he was gone. I had heard rumor of his passing but wasn't sure. He was quite the jokester in times that seemed bleak but a great lawyer and friend when you needed him most. Jim, you will certainly be missed and God bless your family!
Scott Gaillard
January 17, 2010
Cheryl and family: Jim gave me the opportunity to work for one of the greatest members of Congress, Charlie Bennett -- for that reason alone I will always be grateful. But Jim was also a mentor and friend and a great supporter. He was not only a great friend to all he knew, he was also a great friend to his country.
Betylu Denzler
August 31, 2009
My goodness, we didn't know this had happened. We've been out of the loop since our mother died in 1991.
We are so sorry to hear this news, and extend our most sincere sympathies to the Pearthree family. It sounds like Stevie grew up to be a wonderful person.
Sather Cousins from Minnesota
Ruth Abbott, Sandy Rosenberger, Sue Lamkin, Betylu Denzler
August 28, 2009
To The Pearthree Family,
Unknown to me, Jim Pearthree represented my ex-husband during our 2002 divorce, which is actually set for retrial (thru no fault of Mr. Pearthree) this Monday 2009. I just thought you all should know how well thought of he is within the legal community...still, so many years later. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Susan Snow Horvath
F. Dayle Andersen
November 12, 2008
Dear Family, I just was looking for Jim online and came across the unfortunate news of his passing. I knew your father in the 82nd, I was one of his troops at Fort Bragg, and he was my favorite officer (and my platoon leader A 3/4 ADA). He was an inspiration to me personally. Your Dad was the first person to really give me an opportunity to improve myself. Due to his influence, after leaving the army, I did go on to receive a BA and a JD from Gonzaga University in my home town. I think back to the times that I really grew in my life, and your Dad was instrumental in those changes. I hope that his wisdom and courage lives on with his memory and family. My deepest condolences.
J. Mikki Breining
November 6, 2008
We recently moved back east again, and I have been in contact with many old pals from back home in Dover. I lost this web site when I got a new computer, but good ole John Kozel put me back in touch with this guest book. I am so happy to see that it is still running and that people are still keeping Steve/Jim's memories alive by continuing to write in it. It just goes to prove what a great guy he was. As we near the anniversary date of his passing, I always say a prayer that his family and friends are doing well. My mother in law just passed on to heaven last week and I am comforted that she is in company as good as his. May God Bless everyone with the upcoming holidays.
Much love,
Mikki Breining and family
Herbie Pearthree
April 2, 2008
I think of my big brother often: when watching hoops remembering his "no blood no foul" rule, when I look at the picture of his beautiful family on our fridge and when I'm having a good laugh remembering his booming laughter and bright smile.
I believe those we've loved remain with us in our hearts and minds after they leave this life, and know how proud he would be of his nephew and my oldest son Ian - who just got nominated to attend the 2009 Presidential Inauguration. Steve aka Jim would have been the first person I would have called. I can only imagine his positive response and political banter : )
cmb
March 24, 2008
hey. its great to see that even though that he isnt with you physically, you allow him live on through the lessons he gave all of you (no im not a copycat im also anamyous caring person too). i never imagined a person could have been loved this much by so many people. i mean look at the book, many people never met him like me. but we all care. he must have been a good man and a loving soul toleave this kind of impact on the world.
anonymous caring person
March 1, 2008
hey i wish icouldve emt you cause your son is one heck of a guy. well i guess its true what people say, you live on through the people who care, and you cared for most about.
Megan Newsome
January 13, 2008
well, it's true I never knew you. And even though I barely know your son (who told me about you) I pray for the Pearthree family. I'm without a doubt positive you were a wonderful husband, father, and all-around person.
JAMES PEARTHREE
December 28, 2007
MY SYMPATHY IS WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
lee stec
November 28, 2007
i can't believe it has been 4 years .i miss your frienship .you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
AMANDA HERRICK
September 9, 2007
I LOVE YOU EVEN THOUTH I DONT REMEMBER YOU THAT WELL BUT I STILL MISS YOU YOUR THE ONLY UNCLE THAT I'VE EVER SPENT THE NIGHT AT HIS HOUSE. I MISS YOU
John Kozel
August 11, 2007
Hey Jake, this is John, one of your Dad's schoolmates and friends from Dover, DE. Great to hear that you, your brother and sister are doing well. I know that your father is watching over you, and me too! I think of him often. Please keep in touch.
Evelyn Boehme
August 10, 2007
Jake, I just wanted you to know just how wonderful your father was. I only worked for him for 4 years and wish I was still working for him. He was a good honest and hardworking man who loved his children. Everyone one who knew him admired him. He was silly too. He told me about the special grilled cheese sandwiches he made for all of you. I miss him too.
nate caron,close friend of jake
August 8, 2007
I did not no him(mr. pearthree/jim)very well, but i still have great respect for him.
james (jake) pearthree
August 7, 2007
To everyone who signed this geust book, all of you seemed to care for jim alot. It feels good knowing his spirit flows through all of us. For all those who say they knew him 10 years or 15 years, or even since grade school, you are lucky. I knew jim for 7 great years and felt that this man changed my life. He always knew how to have fun yet still be a stern father. His bravery and ability to love flows through me. And to all of the people who pray for his family and hope there okay, they are. I know this because I am part of his family. I am his son,
Bobby and Mary (Feyl) Golden
March 25, 2007
It was with great sorrow that we heard of Steve's passing. Steve was a dynamic individual in our senior high class of 1974. He will always be remembered as a person whom God had future plans for..You will be missed my friend, Bobby and Mary Feyl Golden Class of 1974...Helena, Mt.
Robert B. Gorman
October 23, 2006
every day that goes by, I think about Jim, and wish his children have their father living large in them (I believe they do), and for his sister, thank you for the very kind letter.... and for Jim the contribution I built this year, in memory of him, the Light a Candle and Beyond Memorial Bus in Memoriam to all the Victims of September 11, 2001 (can view on my yahoo email profile). I MISS YOU BIG GUY... your leaving us made the world a little smaller and colder..... We MISS YOU!
J. Mikki (Hirschbein) Breining
January 15, 2006
I get excited every time I receice a notice that there is a new entry in Steve/Jim's book. It keeps his spirit alive and warms my heart that people still care to make entries. It proves just how special he truly was/is. May the memories we all carry live on in all of us with each new entry. God bless.
John Kozel
January 13, 2006
I am SOOOOOO glad that this site is still alive. I wish that Steve (Jim to some) was still here but I know that he has moved on and will wait, patiently I hope!, for me to join him again in an NBA, 1-on-1, no-blood-no-foul game.
Thanks again Kathy (or is that with a "C"?) for the Jacksonville accomodations last Super Bowl.
Bill Taylor
January 12, 2006
I am deeply sorry of the passing
of Jim. I was one of his first clients when he made the decision to open his own law practice. I didn't know of his passing until today. Jim was a respected attorney and a nice person to know. I will miss him and will say a prayer for his young family.
J. Mikki Breining
December 1, 2004
With the holiday season upon us, I reflect back over the past year with much sadness in having lost many people who are dear to me. It began a year ago, November 30, when our dear friend Steve/Jim passed on to the heavens above. Joining him were numerous old family friends who were originally from Dover also (Ivan Loder & Arthur Sanders) who I knew my entire life. And joining them were my Father, (Ernie Hirschbein), my best friend (Bob Fernandez), and our family pet of 15 years, Kodi Coyote. And as of recent days, I have just been told that another DHS classmate has passed on to join them (Pat Jaffray). Though our losses here on Earth may be many, heaven has been rewarded with the souls of these wonderful individuals, who have kindly left their friends and families with a legacy of fond and wonderful memories, intended to keep their love alive long with in our hearts and minds.
Although the holidays and birthdays will be sad with out them, we loved them so much, and they loved us so much also, that we are rewarded with a lifetime full of these fond memories to carry us through even the saddest moments. I hope that everyone can spend a moment of time each day to remember the good moments you shared with not only those who passed, but with those who remain, as we all need eachother now the most.
Steve/Jim, you are sadly missed, but fondly remembered. You will live on in our hearts and lives forever.
May God Bless everyone for a safe and healthy Holiday Season.
Love,
J. Mikki (Hirschbein) Breining
(formerly of Dover, De)
John Kozel
December 1, 2004
Hardly a day has passed since my good friend left that I haven't thought about him. I pray often that his children and family are doing well despite their tremendous loss.
Marianne Callahan
November 30, 2004
It is 1 year today that you left, There are times when I stop and think call Steve he will enjoy this joke or gee I haven't heard one of his stories. You are missed, Mare
Joel Klenck
August 5, 2004
Jim was an excellent attorney and a good person. I just discovered the loss today -- because I owed him a steak dinner for helping me out on a small legal issue. I wanted to repay him; instead I'm paying my respects. Jim's passing is tragic. Life is wonderful and short. I will remember him. My prayers are with him and his family.
Robert Gorman
April 12, 2004
I knew Jim a short time last year, I was one of his clients. He suggested that my wife and me work things out and get back together. He made me laugh and smile. He joked about me being in the Navy. The short time I knew him, he was really there to listen and help me in my time of need.
Thanks Jim for your life and help.
Bruce
John Kozel
April 8, 2004
As a Little League teammate, a high school classmate and a long-time friend (one of the "knuckleheads"!), it is still hard for me to believe that Steve "Jim" Pearthree has moved on. I look forward to meeting up with him again. May his legacy live on in his three fine children and all of us who were lucky to have known him.
John
Terry Buchert
January 29, 2004
I knew Jim very well for a very short period of time. We were classmates in law school, and shared backgrounds as military officers, as well as the belief that law school was not as stressful or as important as our younger classmates seemed to think it was. Jim had one of the sharpest minds of anyone in the class, and always needed a challenge. In fact, going through a demanding academic curriculum while raising a young family and clerking part-time for a local law firm wasn't nearly enough for him, as he bought an old house near campus and renovated it during his spare time.
I was very saddened to hear of Jim's death, but ever since I learned of it, I cannot get this image out of my head of his infectious laugh. That is the memory of him that I will carry.
Richard Tisdale
January 1, 2004
To the family and friends of Jim, I respectfully offer you my deepest sympathy and prayers. I met Jim through a referral. I must say that he was the answer to my prayers. His smile and to the point frankness let me know that it would be alright. Jim told me to refer all inquires to him, one person asked "Pearthree? Is he some kind of high power attorney?". He was just that good.
Wayne and Dana Lefort
December 22, 2003
We wish to express our deepest sympathies to all the Pearthree family. We pray that God will comfort you at this time.
Brian Demetrick
December 16, 2003
Jim was my attorney for 7 years. I never needed an attorney before I went to Jim, and I just happened to be referred to him by the ABA help-line. He was the first attorney I consulted with, and there was no doubt in my mind that he would be my attorney. He impressed me with his honesty, knowledge, and actions. I could never find a better person to represent me. The more that I got to know Jim over those years, the more I realized how lucky I was to have found him. He was a great person who loved his family dearly. He will be missed.
Cheryl &Mike Rohn
December 15, 2003
When I first met Jim it seemed my case was hopeless. Jim went to court with me for about four years, but he always told me if I would listen and do what he told me, I would win, and he was right. He was not only an attorney but a very good friend. We will miss Jim very much. Jim truly allowed himself to be used of God to help restore and bring my family back together. I want Jim's children to know that their father was truly loved and helpful to those in need of help.
lee stec
December 13, 2003
jim, if only i could write a letter to heaven , it would go something like this , heaven is so lucky to have someone as wonderful as you , they must have needed you really bad there , i dont even know where to begin , well you have been my attorney ,and very dear friend for over 10 years ,and you did a heck of a great job , even if i made you practice corporate,civil,realestate ,and family ,evelyn said there was only one client that had more files than me , and just to think you were skeptical about taking on my first and most important case (coustody battle )i think you must have paid your house with that one you are my hero jim i love who you were ,what you believed , and must of all you were the most incredible parent i have ever seen ,i will miss all the fun times we shared together,and everything about you .this has been a bad month for me i lost my husband my house burned down i lost everything and then 3 days later i get a call from evelyn , by far that call was the most devastating .
jim i will pray for your soul and your family every night i cant wait till you come back i love you forever for always my attorney and friend you will be
mr and mrs lewis churchville
December 11, 2003
We thank you for all you have done for us. Will miss you greatly.Your friends for ever . mr and mrs l. churchville
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Herbie Pearthree
December 10, 2003
I'll miss my big brother's great smile and mischievous look in his eyes. Not only my big brother, but he was also a fatherly role during my teenage years. He taught me to stay inbounds on the field of life all the while dancing down the sideline 30 yards in front of me, one foot in and one foot out. He taught me how to be a father when I lived with him while attending the U of FL, always reading, always teaching. I'll miss him bragging about his kids every time we talked. Remember him by supporting the Melanoma Research Foundation to educate others - http://www.melanoma.org/Donate.jsp
Phyllis and Ed Dahn
December 10, 2003
We are devisatated at the loss of such a great and successful guy. We use to live next to Steve when he lived in Dover, DE. He must have had a great fulfillment from his many accomplishments.
Renee Roberson
December 6, 2003
I worked for Jim as his Legal Assistant and he was a great attorney, boss and friend. I am glad that I had the pleasure of knowing Jim and his family. I am so sorry for your loss.
May God Bless You,
Allen and Renee Roberson and Family
Maggie Robinson
December 5, 2003
I didn't know Jim but I know his sister Kathleen. She is strong and true, so Jim must've been also. The Blessing after the grief is that you will see Jim again in Heaven someday. And He's surely feeling much better now that he's there. May God Richly Bless the entire family. Maggie
Roger Kozlik
December 5, 2003
As an attorney, Jim you were totally compassionate with those you served. Your direct and to-the-point guidance, always gave me the confidence to successfully get through difficult situations. As a person, your sincere honesty immediately gained my respect and admiration. Jim, thank you. I am happy our lives crossed and you will be sorely missed
Cristina Bagasan
December 5, 2003
To the Pearthree family: My deepest sympathy for your loss. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. I will never forget what Jim has done for me. Thank you so much Jim. Cristina Bagasan
Gerri Walker
December 4, 2003
To all of Jim's family: My deepest sympathy goes out to you. Jim was such a wonderful person and attorney. I came to him for help, and he without a doubt helped me. He wasn't just my attorney, he was my friend. He always listened and guided me through some of the toughest times in my life. He was always very understanding and empathetic. He was one of the most honest people I can say I have ever known. He always told me how he felt and never held back on letting me know how things were gonna be. I appreciate him more than he may ever know. Without him my son and I would not have what we do now. Without him i'm not sure my son would have the things he deserves. Jim argued for me, down to every dotted I, and every crossed T. He had such personality, always had a smile on his face, and always knew how to put a smile on other peoples face. What he has done for me and many other is highly appreciated, words could not express. He will be greatly missed by many. Rest in peace Jim. You are in a better place now.
Glenn & Ame Pilkinton
December 4, 2003
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Pearthree family. Thanks Jim.
Linda Sluder
December 4, 2003
Jim was my National Guard commander and a dear friend. I remember him as an exceptionally intelligent, courageous and (above all) funny man. I saw him handle many difficult, often unreasonable, situations with grace and an admirable sense of perspective -- these are such rare, good qualities. It is very sad to know that he is no longer in the world, but I can't help but think that, knowing Jim, he's on the brink of an amazing journey. At any rate, he has left his friends a wealth of cherished memories and an inspirational example to follow. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Karen Monday
December 4, 2003
Jim was an amazing and dynamic individual who truly knew the meaning of friends and family. Not a day went by that he wouldn't tell stories of his 'babies'. He followed his saying of work hard - play hard. He is at peace now and enjoying a much better life than here on earth. God bless his children, may they find joy and happiness in knowing their Dad lived his life to the fullest.
J. Mikki (Hirschbein) Breining
December 4, 2003
Dear Pearthree Family,
On behalf of and the Breining Family in Coronado, California (Mikki, Clell & Stephanie Breining),and my Hirschbein Family in Dover , Delaware (Debby, Murray & Ernie Hirschbein), I would like to take a moment to express our deepest condolences for your loss.
Having experienced the same loss from the same cancer when my mother died of melanoma back in 1980, and having taken personal care of her until her last breath, I can share in your grief and your loss. Having known Jim (aka Steve) since grade school, I feel a personal loss too. I have the fondest memories from our school days in Dover together, coupled by the great times we all had at our last 20 year class reunion 9 1/2 years ago. He was a good friend to all, and a wonderful father and brother and son. He will be greatly missed, but thankfully we all have wonderful memories to carry us through the roughest days and nights. Because he was such a wonderful person,we all grieve our personal loss by his passing, but we all now have a special Guardian Angel up above watching over us by his passing. Although I can not be there to attend the funeral, I will be there in mind and in spirit, and will say many prayers and light a candle in his honor. My love goes out to his family members, and friends, and may God Bles you all.
Most Sincerely,
J. Mikki (Hirschbein) Breining and family
His Military Family
December 4, 2003
I didn't know MAJ Pearthree long, but what I did know of him he was a good person, father and lawyer. As a fallen soldier he will be missed. God Bless his family and I hope they see this not as a lost in this life, but a jump into a new one.
Chris Thiele
December 4, 2003
To the family and friends of Jim, I respectfully offer you my deepest sympathy and prayers. Although I met Jim because he was my attorney, his genuine concern for others and his friendly nature eased an otherwise painful ordeal. God Bless all of you and know that he is in a better place looking down at his many friends and family.
Janet Serrano Pagan
December 4, 2003
Jim has always been my hero. He fought the legal system to help me maintain custody of my boys. I always felt so safe walking into that courtroom with him. He was like my guardian angel - sent from heaven when I most needed him. He was just such a caring and kind human being. I will always be so greatful to him and he will always hold a special place in my heart. Rest in peace...
Johnson
December 4, 2003
May it somehow comfort you to know that others share in your lose and deeply sympathize. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I wish I could be there to give you all a big hug.
Much love.
Sandy Budd
December 3, 2003
To the Pearthree Family:
My heart breaks for your loss. Jim was not only a good person but one of the funniest people I ever had the pleasure of knowing. I don't think anyone could laugh at his sometimes very silly jokes more then he. He always had the last laugh. We will all miss him but just know , he is now at peace.
Melanie Cross
December 3, 2003
I first knew Jim as "Jamie", having sat in front of him in Dr. MacLaughlan's Management class at UNF. He and I and Phil Biega were assigned together as a case study team. Jamie forever loved to smile and was always full of life and involved in so much at UNF. It was his suggestion and action that the UNF Library be named in honor of our first president, Tom Carpenter. His term as SGA president was full of energy and excitement. After graduation, his tour as a Ranger was not a surprise, nor his decision to attend law school at UF, nor his success in Washington working with the Congressional offices. I always thought that one day he would run for one of those offices - and win. We would meet occasionally at events and reminisce about old times, and then share news of children. We last saw "Jim" at his child's school Open House. I will miss him and knowing that he is here with us. May God bless his family and especially Jamie and his children.
J M Steinwinder
December 3, 2003
Jim was a dear friend and loyal, diligent soul. I shall never forget him. My deepest sympathies to his family and children. Surely he rests with angels.
Linda Davis
December 3, 2003
Our legal community can be very small in times of need, bringing a lot of wonderful people together. Jim felt that care and love. We at the Duval County Courthouse will miss him terribly, but our loss is God's gain. I will always remember him bringing the homebaked cookies each Christmas to the Judicial Assistants, usually with one of his children. God Bless You, children of Jim. You had a wonderful, well-
respected father, and I know you will miss him dearly.
VON LAWRNECE
December 3, 2003
YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART. THE SPECIAL FRIENDSHIP THAT WE FORMED WAS SPECIAL, AND TRUE. I KNOW THAT YOU ARE NOT SUFFERING NOW. AS ALWAYS I LOVE YOU BABY. I'LL SEE YOU IN HEAVEN. VON
Amber Jones
December 3, 2003
I had the pleasure to know Jim through attorney Sol Proctor. Mr. Proctor is a family law attorney and I was his assistant. We did have cases where Jim was "opposing" counsel. At all times, Jim was ethical, professional, courteous and diligent and was a champion for his clients. He possessed those same qualities, and more, in his personal life. His children were the focal center of his life. We had many discussions and he effused his love and admiration for his children always. He loved them deeply and they loved, adored and respected him in return. I know that Jim is absolutely at peace and has no regrets because of the way he loved and cherished them.
I wish we had Jim longer here, but, I guess there was a shortage of good and kind men in heaven and our Heavenly Father took him home.
Rest in peace, Jim. You will be dearly missed.
Carol Hatfield
December 3, 2003
God's peace to all of Jim's loved ones. With sincere sympathy, Carol Hatfield
Denise Costello
December 3, 2003
To Jim's Family & Friends:
I had the opportunity to meet Jim and to assist in heading up 3 cancer benefits in his honor. The pleasure was all mine. Although I did not know him well, his courage and fight were evident. He has touched the lives of many and I include myself in that fortunate group.
My sympathies to Jim's family. Find peace in the knowledge that Jim is at rest in the arms of the Lord.
Sincerely~
Denise Costello
Irwin Mortgage Corporation
Albert & debe' Lomicka
December 3, 2003
We are so sorry for your loss. I know Jim is sheltered in the shadow of God's wing.
Susan & Harry Moseley
December 3, 2003
Jim was one of our closest friends. He was a wonderful, kind and inspiring individual with endless talent. He could make the sad happy, he could make the weary energized, he could make give the weak strength - just by being Jim.
He was full of life and always greatful - especially for his babies.
I know he is waiving a big Gator Flag at the gates of heaven.
No Muss - No Fuss (One of Jim's favorite saying).
We have lost a great friend and heaven has gained a wonderful man.
We Love You Jim.
Connie Casteel
December 3, 2003
I will be sending in a donation to the Melanoma Research Foundation in lieu of flowers to help with this cause. I personally hope more research is done, my mother-in-law has had melanoma & it is very scary. We pray that your Jesus will give your family comfort during these times.
Rick & Evenly Morris
December 3, 2003
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