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for John Hosking
Rich Martin
December 30, 2018
A wonderful guy to work with for many years . A real gentleman and a heck of a sailor.
Donna Bunker-Swanstrom
September 26, 2011
Dear Linda,
I just happened to be looking for old friends on Facebook, and I came across this guest book. I'm a bit in shock right now, as I had no idea that Jim was sick or that he passed away almost a year ago. I didn't send any Christmas cards last year, and so was out of touch with you and Jim. I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. You and Jim were together for as long as I can remember. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I'll drop you a line, in case you don't see this post before it closes soon. ~ In love and friendship, and with great sympathy.
Jack Miller
November 18, 2010
Dear Kim and Linda, We are greatly saddened at the news of Jim's passing. No words will ever make up for the loss of someone so loved. He will be truly missed. I will always remember him as a Truly Bright Light whenever we crossed tacks.
Joan Thayer
November 7, 2010
Linda, I am sorry to learn of Jim's death. What a great photo of Jim. It captures his vitality for life. I'll always remember seeing him on the CYC porch following a race. Regardless of how he finished or the weather, Jim always a big smile on his face. He lightened me up.
Janet Burns
October 18, 2010
So sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Jim in Yellow Pages & got to appreciate his sense of humor during the conversion to laptops for sales personnel. He helped others take it in stride & always had a funny comment that would have me laughing until tears came. I know that he is sailing in heaven as it was his second love after his family. It was a pleasure knowing such a wonderful person.
Linda Smith
October 16, 2010
Linda,
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He and Christina were classmates at North Andover High. He was such a kind person. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Marylou Salois
October 15, 2010
Linda and family,
I was saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He was a classmate at No.Andover High School and always attended the reunions. We missed seeing Jim last year at our 50th. I am sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Stephen Roberts
October 15, 2010
Linda:
Jim and I were friends in school. We played in the NAHS band together. Jim played at my wedding. I last saw him at our 45th school reunion in 2005. I am saddened to learn of his passing. Your family is in my prayers.
October 13, 2010
Linda,
Dana and I were saddened at the news. Jim held on through some very tough circumstances that would have challenged us all. I never saw Jim without a smile, and will always remember him for his days of sunny disposition.
Vern Polidoro and Dana Britt
Sue and Otis Redding
October 13, 2010
Dear Linda;
So sorry to hear this sad news. Both Otis and I considered Jim to be a great guy who always greeted everyone with a smile!
We wish you our sincere condolences.
Elisa & Mike Moriarty
October 13, 2010
Dear Linda & Kim,
We were so sorry to learn of Jim's passing. We both worked with him for many years and we'll always remember his kind nature and constant smile. He was great to be around. Truly a special man.
Scott Akerman
October 12, 2010
Thanks for all the great memories. I will always cherish them.
Lucille Schifino
October 12, 2010
Dear Kim,
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your dad. He & I worked together at Yellow Pages for many years. I remember when we first met you were just a child and he would always talk about about "my Kimmy". Jim was always a pleasure to be around ... always a smile and not a mean bone in his body. Although I have not seen him since he retired, he is one of the few people I will always remember as a great guy who always made me feel better after just a 'hello'. Find comfort in all the good memories and knowing he is at peace and happy on the ultimate sailing trip.
Lisa and Tom Anderson
October 11, 2010
Linda,
We are so very sorry for your loss.
We will always remember Jim so fondly. He was a man of great character and fun, and was always there with his lighthearted wit. It was the two of you who had us looking at C & C’s and even came with us when we first looked at the boat we ended up buying and naming Nonpareil. Jim then helped to deliver her to Marblehead from Fairhaven, on a very cold Spring day.
We also remember that great trip to Napa with the two of you, sitting in the waiting room at Opus One, all four of us wearing our red sailing gear as we looked at the ‘nursery’. And we can’t forget the many dinners we’ve had at each others’ houses and how he tried again and again to get me to eat brussel sprouts.
He will be sorely missed by friends and by the sailing community. ‘Fair winds and following seas’ Jim.
Jim and Patty Dillon
October 11, 2010
Dear Linda and Kim,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Jim's passing. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest sympathy,
Jim and Patty Dillon
Cruising in the Healey '09
October 11, 2010
October 11, 2010
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Linda, Kimberly and family members. Jim was endeared by everyone who came in contact with him. He will be known as one of Marblehead’s great sailors and someone who was always willing to help or give advice unconditionally to fellow sailors in need.
Working with Jim was a pleasure and his knowledge of sailing will be dearly missed, along with his quick wit and contagious smile.
Until we cross-tacks in another life, we bid Jim fare well for now.
Happy Sailing Jim,
Your Crew at Sailboats Northeast
irene baby
October 11, 2010
so sorry to hear of jims passing, worked with him in yellow pages and will always remember him as a dignified & professional person.
Andrea Casanova
October 11, 2010
Dearest Kim and Linda,
I was so saddened to her of Jim's passing and for the wonderful family that will carry on his memory and amazing ability to seem continuously positive. He has left a fabulous legacy. For me, the annual FFR hugs and smiles will never fade. He and Ally are setting sail on a new adventure. Please know that our love and prayers are with you all.
As always, Andi and Steve
Andrea Casanova
October 11, 2010
Dearest Kim and Linda,
We are so saddened to hear of Jim's passing. We know that your wonderful family will carry on his memory and amazing ability to seem continuously positive. He has left a fabulous legacy. For me, the annual Flip Flop Regatta hugs and smiles will never fade. He and Ally are setting sail on a new adventure. Please know that our love and prayers are with you all.
As always, Andi and Steve
Bill Jenkins
October 11, 2010
Dear Linda,
I wish I could have known Jim . Thank you for being so welcoming to me in the short time I have known you and I know you are now surrounded by those who you have welcomed into your life and who love you and Jim . God Bless You,
Respectfully,
Bill Jenkins
Antonio Sanpere
October 11, 2010
Jim loved my little Katherine and I always remembered him as a good competitor. We lost track of each other but always remembered him as a good friend
October 10, 2010
Kim,
Your dad was a kind man - keep the good times close to your heart and know that he is now out of pain and is at peace.
May you also find peace within.
I, too, miss the Jim I once knew -
Love,
Mom xoxoxoxo
Maggie Maxson
October 10, 2010
Dear Linda, Kim, Mike, Heather, Katie and Piper,
I am still seeing his smiling face and hearing all his great tales of the sailing experiences and will always remember many experiences with Jim on Ares. My sons always loved his stories and visits and that he wanted to teach Chrissy how to Jitter Bug was hilarious! My family has our hearts, prayers, and thoughts with you all. Jim has blessed our lives in SO many ways.
Love you,
Maggie, Sam, and Chrissy Maxson
Karen Lubeck
October 10, 2010
L.i.n.d.a & K.I.M.
Jim was a happy sparkle everyday! We will miss him dearly. We love you.
K.A.R.E.N. & Chris
Debra Kekar
October 10, 2010
Linda and Kim,
Will miss Jim. So sorry for your loss.
Love you,
Debra
Carol, Marcel & Nell Nyffenegger
October 10, 2010
We are so saddened by the loss of Gentleman Jim, and so proud of you, Linda, for winning one for him yesterday. May he always provide the wind to your back.
He was a great man and will be remembered for his love of life and respect for all.
Sarah Mansfield
October 9, 2010
We are deeply sorry for your loss, Mike, Kim, Heather and Katie. May you find peace and may God be with you and hold you through your days.
Sincerely, The Mansfield family
October 9, 2010
Dear Linda & Kimberly
Pat & I were so sorry to learn of Jim's passing. I first met Jim in 1970 when we both worked for the Yellow Pages. My kids (Peter & Lisa) often refered to him as "Uncle Jimmy"
We will always remember Jim as a caring, fun loving guy. Our ski trip to the Balsams in Dixville Notch comes to mind. Do you remember... "Walk this way?"
Even though we are down in Florida, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Ken & Pat MacKinnon
Leesburg, Florida
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