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James Reimers Obituary
Dec. 22, 1956 — Feb. 14, 2009
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jim “the pool man” Reimers.
With his wife at his side, Jim peacefully left this world and entered the arms of God, Feb. 14, 2009, after a yearlong struggle with ALS, better known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.
Jim was a longtime resident of the Conejo Valley. While in high school Jim began working in the swimming pool business. Jim went on to become the owner of CDS Pools and built and serviced many of the finest pools in the community.
Jim carried a deep love of life, of service to his fellows into every aspect of his life. As the youngest of four boys, Jim was exuberant, curious and a constant source of delight and entertainment to his family. He carried that same sense of boundless enthusiasm to his adult life.
In addition to Jim’s endless enthusiasm for service to his fellows in the community, Jim had a love of his family, and enjoying life to the fullest. On any given weekend you could find Jim, his wife and stepchildren in their RV, dirt biking in the desert, boating at Lake Mead, or enjoying the ocean. Jim also loved the Caribbean and was fortunate to have traveled throughout the Caribbean with his wife and stepchildren. Jim’s endless curiosity and eagerness for adventure took his family throughout the country and world, exploring, laughing and loving every moment. Even in the final year of his life, Jim enjoyed to travel, and continued to aspire to help others, even as ALS robbed him of his ability to talk and move.
Jim was preceded in death by his brother, Clifford.
Jim is survived by his wife, Andrea; stepchildren, Jade, Nico and Rose; his brothers, Tom and Jack; and parents, Lois and Jack.
Jim’s passing leaves a deep void in our community. His smile, his laughter, his dedication to his family, fellow man and his love of service will be greatly missed, but we know he will live on in the hearts and souls of all that he touched. The world is a better place because Jim was here.
A celebration of Jim’s life is to be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at Calvary Community Church, 5495 Via Rocas, Westlake Village, CA 91362.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Reimers
Arthur Zelos
February 24, 2009
It was with great sadness I read of Jim's passing. Condolencess to his family and friends. Both Andrea and Jim both gave us hope for the future, and for that we owe great thanks.
Lynda Duganne
February 23, 2009
I was so sad to hear of Jim's passing ... he was a great man. My heart goes out to the family ... you will be in my prayers.
Rick Gruber
February 21, 2009
I am truly saddened by the passing of a man who gave so much to so many! My thoughts and prayers go out to Andrea and Family.
Marybeth DeSantis
February 21, 2009
To a man who touch so many lives and hearts. I am so lucky to have known my friend Jim the Poolman. He will be missed dearly, but never forgotten.
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Christy S
February 21, 2009
Andrea,
I am so sorry for your loss and my heart breaks for you. Please know you and the kids are in my thoughts and prayers.
Edward Esparza
February 20, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Edward Esparza
February 20, 2009
I am deeply saddened at the news of the passing of Jim Reimers, beloved father and husband to my dear sister, Andrea. May Almighty God provide Jim a very well deserved place in heaven. May God rest his soul in peace
May God be with his family right now more than ever, to give them the strength needed to bear their great loss.
Once again, my deepest condolences to my dear sister Andrea, the children and the entire family. My prayer will always be there for Andrea & family
Edward W. Esparza
2/20/09
Debbie Gattoni
February 20, 2009
Andrea,
We are blessed to have met you both in Washington. God bless you all.
Bill and Debbie
Cindy Jimerson
February 20, 2009
Andrea,
I'm very sorry for your family's loss. I hope your courage carries you on through this time of grief.
drew schemera
February 20, 2009
andrea,
my condolences to you and your family. jim is a great man.
drew schemera
Virginia Schoenfeld
February 20, 2009
Andrea and children: There are few words to express the emotions about Jim's transitioning. His struggle to live with ALS is echoed by so many of our PALS who grief today for the loss. You and Jim were instrumental on keeping the HOPE high as we fought and continue to fight the system to obtain the overdue justice owed to PALS and their families. Jerry and I personally thank you for your courage to take that trip to DC and march in protest to obtain IPLEX for all of us. My thought and prayers are with you and your children knowing that Jim is in a better place today and for eternity. God Bless you and the kids.
MaryAnn Bennett
February 20, 2009
I am so very sorry for your loss. I am very happy for Jim that he is now on a new adventure. ALS takes so much from us all. I pray that a cure, or at the very least, long term treatment to keep it under control is found soon.
D B
February 20, 2009
Dear Andrea,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort and hope. You are truly an inspiration to all of us.
Thank you for being YOU and May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Courage,
George Wilborn
February 20, 2009
Good fight, you made a difference.
God Bless,
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