– Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on July 20, 2016 in his 59th year. Beloved husband of Sandra (nee Van Dam). Loving father, friend and mentor to Frank and his wife Melissa and Tamara. Proud Bubba of Dallas and Adelaide. Predeceased by his parents Frank and Audrey Bird. Jim gave the gathering life and will fondly be remembered by his family and friends. Many thanks to all of those who cared for and supported Jim during his illness; the Doctors, Nurses, PSW’s, David Kennedy and all those who kept Jim in their prayers. Visitation will be held at the Comstock Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 356 Rubidge Street on Thursday, July 28, 2016 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at Cephas Christian Reformed Church, 220 Goodfellow Road on Friday, July 29, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. If so desired, in lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Jim may be made to Hospice Peterborough. Online condolences may be made at www.comstockfuneralhome.com.