Jim Riant Gilmore, age 66, of Tucson, AZ died July 27, 2010 at the St. Josephâs Hospital in Tucson, AZ.
Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at the White Creek Cemetery in White Creek, Adams County, Wisconsin.
Jim was born February 4, 1944 in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin to Robert Lee and Vonnie Lucille (Prest) Gilmore. He married Mary Fay Byard on December 18, 1976 in Tulsa, OK.
Jim enjoyed camping, playing guitar, bird watching, traveling, and writing poetry.
He was a Red Cross instructor, on Oklahomaâs Handicap Commission, a Hospice Volunteer Counselor, a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church ; he was the first male Girl Scout Counselor in the State of Maine. Jim was a perpetual member of the Ardmore, OK York Rite Bodies, Chapter #11, Council#11, Commandery #; Past District President, Past President High Twelve Club, member of Martha Daylight #502 Eastern Star Chapter, and Past Master and perpetual member of Cushing, OK Masonic Lodge No. 111.
Memorials may be directed to the St. Labre Indian School, Ashland, MT 59004-0001.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Vonnie Gilmore; and brother, Mike Gilmore.
Survivors:
Wife: Mary Fay Gilmore of Tucson, AZ
Son: Jim Riant (Julie) Gilmore Jr. of Tulsa, OK
Daughter: Judy (Lester) Maas of Phoenix, AZ
Daughter: Amy (Mike) Clark of Broken Arrow, OK
Daughter: Jodie Bandy of Broken Arrow, OK
Daughter: Wendy Kay Bailey of Broken Arrow, OK
Sister: Pattie Rowe of Sedalia, MO
Sister: Georgia Lueptow of Columbus, WI
Sister: Andrea (Kyle) Boden of Conroe, TX
Sister: Lisa Bradley of Beaver Dam, WI
Sister: Vicki (Dwight) Plautz of Horicon, WI
Sister: Dawn (Rick) Rudey of Horicon, WI
Brother: Robert Gilmore (Amy), Alexandra, VA
Brother: Allen Gilmore (Michelle), Marshaltown, IA
Brother: Brian Gilmore of Beaver Dam, WI
Grandchildren: Conner Riant Gilmore, Robert Gilmore, Angelica Gilmore, Elijah Maas, Alexia Maas, Logan Clark, Ben Clark, Laurie Clark, Katie Clark
Emily Clark, Sadie Bandy, Sydney Bandy, Stephen Bandy
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Mary,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this time.
To the family: We want to extend our Deepest Sympathy to all of you. Jim was a distant cousin of mine and only knew him as a child, but Aunt Margaret and her children kept us connected. Take care,
Lois and Jerry
Dear Mary; May the Peace of our Father be with you.Please remember that we are all here to help in any way that you will allow us.
Love, Lupe @ Doc’s
My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mary so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband Jim. God bless you and your family
Mary, I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. May the Lord hold you and your family in his arms during this time. I can’t imagine what you’re enduring, I just pray for peace and comfort. Much love.
Mary, How sad to hear of Jim’s passing. I remember both of you so clearly from my earliest days in Adventism. You will always have a special place in my heart. I have wowed many people with Jim’s tater tot casserole recipe. His legacy lives on! We look forward to Resurrection Morning and the glorious reunion we will have with our loved ones!
Mary,I am very sorry for your loss, Jim was a good man, You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you in this time of sorrow.
Dear Mary and Family:
After the dark, clouds and pouring rain, is brighness, clarity and peace.
Fondly, Ralph
Am heartily sorry, Mary, to learn of your husband’s passing. You and yours will be in peace-filled thoughts during this time of profound transition.
Jim, we all look forward to the meeting in heaven, knowing you’ll be there. Our condolences to Mary and family.
Mary I’m sure he was a wonderful man and a great husband. May God be with you.
We are both so sad to see Jim pass away. We were happy we could be with you both last Nov. Please remember our prayers are with you Mary. Please call if you just want to talk to a fellow person who has experienced recent grief. Much Love
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family, Mary.
Mary, we are very sadden to hear of Jim’s passing. You both are in our prayers and if we can be of any assistance when you return to Tucson please contact us.
I am so sorry for your loss.
You know our thoughts are with you,
So sorry about Jim.
Your freinds,
Jan & Margaret
Jimmy…you were the best "Big" brother anyone could ask for. You enjoyed and embrassed life fully. You didn’t let some stuff get you down. You were an inspiration and encouragement to me and others. I love you and miss you always.
I am so sorry about the Jim’s passing. You are in my prayers for Peace and comfort at this time. If I can do anything when you get home just call me.