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Jimmy Taylor
January 31, 2009
I worked with Jim for about 6 years at Air Care. What a guy, dry humor, sharp wit, and a 412 driver like no other.
Nancy [Eubanks] Taxeras
January 25, 2009
I worked with Jim for almost 10 years and what a guy! He was always kidding and having a good time, but when it came to flying, he took this seriously and no doubt was the best of the best! I trusted Jim like few others....he used to talk about his time in Vietnam and that was quite an eye-opener in listening to what he had experienced and was still alive! My life is better because of Jim and I appreciate what he brought to our AirCare Team! My prayers for those left behind are those of God's peaceful Blessings!
Dan Dieter
January 21, 2009
I always cherished visiting Uncle Jim ever since I can remember. He spoiled us with candy bars and McDonald's as children. As an adult, I enjoyed our time, including his sense of humor and his personal advice.
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Richard Snow
January 20, 2009
Dear Family,
We are truly sadden by the news of Jim's death. Jim was a trusted colleague and confidant at AirCare. I knew that I could go to Jim anytime for his candid advice and guidance about our flight operations. Our entire team had the utmost respect for Jim as a captain and as our friend. There were no hidden agendas with Jim. He could be very frank and straight forward which is why we held Jim in such high regard. We counted on Jim to test new pilots to our program and knew that if they earned Jim's approval then we might keep the new pilot around. Jim has been known to take the flight controls away from his co-pilot - we always appreciated his steady hands. Our hearts go out to each of you and extend our sincere sympathy.
Douglas Underwood
January 20, 2009
I worked with Jim for about 15 years and flew with him on countless missions. I can offer no higher praise than to say, I would put my most loved family member in the aircraft in which Jim was in command. He was a true professional, but most importantly, he was my friend.
Go with Godspeed my friend!
Melanie and Bill Gamlin
January 19, 2009
Dear Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family continues to be in my prayers. I am very thankful to your Uncle for his service to our country.
betsy hastings clauser
January 18, 2009
Jim was in our gang when we were teens in Park Forest, IL. He was full of life, a great dancer, and a fun guy who we will all miss. We wished him well as he left for Vietnam and prayed for his safe return. Jim and I re-connected in Winston-Salem as adults at the hospital where we both worked. I heard many stories about his excellence as a helicopter pilot, co-workers saying that they would rather fly with Jim than any other pilot. His last years were filled with pain, and I'm glad he is finally at peace.
John McGee
January 18, 2009
Jim was a good man. I worker with him on an EMS contract of six years. He was by far the most accomplished, and talented pilot at our base. Jim was good friend, honest, dependable, and I will miss him very much.
Uncle Jim & Tonya (last Fall)
Tonya Griffis
January 18, 2009
Jim (my Uncle) was a man I admired, loved and respected my whole life. I treasure all the memories we shared together. Thank you to all his friends who loved him too. He will never be forgotten and he was loved very much and is greatly missed.
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