'Very sorry to hear of Jim's passing, I just received the news yesterday. I lived next door to Jim and Cindy for 3 1/2 years in the Gardens of Brookhollow, we shared many happy times during that period. My deepest sympathies to Cindy, Sarah and all of Jim's family.'

'My deepest sympathy to the Ford Family;
It brings such sadness to one of your neighbors; I would always wave; or say hello at the Mailbox and he would always place a "Smile" on my face especially with his outdoor adventures; his dog; Xmas Lights or his gardening all from his Loving Neighborly Home!

Rest in Peace Neighbor.
may your family find comfort, understanding, strength and Love.'

'Dear Cindy and Sarah,
I worked with Jim for 3 years. 

He was such a great guy, rich in character and warmth. I heard so many stories about Sarah that I feel I know her myself. 

I am one of the people that Jim sold on the dehydrator. And Liquid Smoke! And Vietnamese cinnamon! 

I sold him on the apple peeler :) ...payback.

Whenever I brought my kids to work he offered them sugar - without fail - much to my dismay but my suspicion is that he rather enjoyed it :)

He was obviously a very loving father and husband. 

My deepest condolences to you and your family. 
May God hold your heart and bless you through this tough time.'

'Dear Cindy and Sarah,
My deepest condolences to you both. I worked with Jim for almost five years with SBC's Select Business Accounts. I was his manager during those five years. He was so instrumental in helping me learn about the role I had in this department. He was extremely helpful to me but the important thing here is that he did this out of pure love for his job and his company and his willingness to help others. You both were his whole life. His goal was to always be the best Dad and husband. I will always remember him as a very loving family man. May he rest in peace. My prayers are with you. 
Sincerely,
Rose Delgado'

'Our condolences to your family. While we didn't know James personally, we were neighbors and waved every time we passed. The few times we conversed, we knew he was a great guy. We are very sorry for your loss. 

Dawn and Louis Reitz'

'Dear Cindy,
May God bless your family with peace, comfort and the happiness of loving memories.'

'Cindy, as I gaze at Jim's delightful portrait and read all the dear messages from Jim's dear friends to you and Sarah, I'm sure that even though I missed out being with Jim, he is sending me his beautiful and important 'Life Message':
When you are leaving this life, The one thing that matters is leaving everyone feeling loved by you.

I promise I will practice Jim's important 'Life Message' everyday. I hope you will share some of
your favorite memories with me.
Sending my prayers and sending my love, Estelle'

'Dear Cindy and Sarah 
I was so sad to hear about Jim and am so sorry for your loss. I met Jim the very first day that I moved to San Antonio and he took me under his wing and became a dear friend. One of the things that I know we will all remember about Jim is his love for EVERYTHING that he did. He passionately loved his family, his girls Cindy and Sarah, his amazing stained glass artistry, his clowning, his work with the Shriners, his SBC/ATT family and the list goes on and on. There is nothing that Jim did without love and gusto and a smile on his face. I hadn't seen Jim in many years, but working with him was one of my favorite things about working in San Antonio. We are all going to miss him. You and Sarah will be in my thoughts and prayers.
There will never be another Jim Ford'

'Cindy,
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. I had only met him a few times but knew he was a wonderful man. Keeping you and your family in my prayers and praying God give you comfort during this time. ((HUGS))'

'Dear Cindy and Family,

My heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. Jim was a great guy and I had the distinct pleasure of working with Jim from 2008 to 2015 as a supplier to AT&T. Jim took his work very seriously , but also knew how to have fun with it, which made him so great to work with. I am glad to have known him and wanted you to know that he touched my life. 

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, and may you find comfort and peace in your time of need.'

'Dear Cindy and Family, our sincere condolences for your loss. We will keep all the family in my prayers. Please remember all the good Jim gave to everyone. We are out of town, and unable to attend the services, but want to express our sympathy and concern. God bless you.'

'I extend my prayers and condolences to the Ford family. I knew Brother Ford by his clown name. I always thought Curly's clown make-up was one of the best. Rest in peace, Curly.'

'My condolences to the Ford family, I worked many years with Jim back in our SWBT years. We were in marketing together and worked on many projects. He was always happy no matter how bad things were going. He loved his family and adored his daughter Sarah. May he rest in peace.'

'The Montalvo family continues to try to process the loss of Mr. Jim (as Baby Angels call him). Jim and I had become really good friends over the years. He performed, dressed up as Curly the Clown, and made balloon animals at a couple of Baby Angels parties. They preferred to see Curly without his clown makeup.

Mr. Jim is one of the kindest friends and hard-working guys at AT&T. He would make it known if he felt you were slacking, lol. He is most certainly dedicated to his family, wife, daughter, work, and anything he set his mind to. We shared the love of crocheting, knitting, and jerky, although he is way more talented than I could ever grow up to be. 

Our family will always treasure our friendship and his kindness. Our deepest condolences to the Ford family. He is a gem, a great husband, loving father, son, brother, uncle, and to us here at AT&T dedicated and outstanding co-worker and friend. Our deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers will continue to be with the entire family and pray that Jim's soul rest in eternal peace. 

The Montalvo Family, 
Valerie, Edward, Sofia Rose, and Celeste Rose'

'Our prayers are being said for your family and husband. . We share in the sorrow being felt and know God will carry you and your family through this painful event'

'The news of Jim going to heaven brought many tears to my eyes. I worked with Jim in the late 1990s. He helped me so much when I became a Communication Consultant. He was always with a smile and was so loved by my daughters. He made them cute balloon dogs! He will be missed so much by everyone. God took him silently in his sleep. Now Jim is in heaven in all his glory. God bless Jim and all his family.'

'Cindy and family, 

As a member of the San Antonio Airport Rotary Club, I speak for the club and offer our condolences. Our members will be praying for you and your family. I was surprised to learn of Jim's passing. I wish I had met him to learn more about his woodworking and stained glass creations. Remember the good times and stay well.'

'Our sincere sympathy on your loss of Jim. We have known the family for many years through Southwestern Bell and then our association in Alzafar Shrine.

We had planned to come to the services in the morning but I (Betty) had back surgery two weeks ago and yesterday the surgeon put me on another two weeks of restrictions and more medications to be sure that all is Ok--and I'm sure it will be.

Our thoughts and prayers will be with you as you mourn the loss of Jim.

GOD BLESS'

'To the Ford Family;

My sincere condolences. I worked with Jim often back in 90's while I was working for Parties, Picnics and Promotions. Jim as "Curly" would do several parties of all sizes for us. He would always get the greatest positive responses from our customers. He will be truly missed.'

'So sorry to hear about your loss, we will keep the family in our prayers. Curly was a great clown and loved working the circus taking photos with the kids. He will be truly missed, I am sure he is still clowning in that celestial lodge above where the supreme architect of the universe presides.'

'To the Ford family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Jim was a great co-worker and will be missed. Always kind, always caring, going out of his way to help others. I'm blessed to have known him. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Sincerely, Kim'

'I first met Jim when I was a rep in the old SBC day's and new to San Antonio Select Business accounts. I was fortunate to have worked with him and his team. He always made you smile and laugh with his stories. 
Jim will live in our memories forever.'

'He was always my first stop each morning to catch up. I only had a small glimpse of Jim through work, but I cherish knowing him. He loved friends and friendship. Kept a candy jar on his desk to draw folks to him to share their lives. The world is diminished by his unexpected passing. All of us are much richer for having known him. I take comfort in knowing there's a new angel in heaven walking down streets of gold wearing a fedora, clown shoes and smoking a cigar. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Jim, keep 'em laughing until we meet again buddy.'

'Jim was one of the great ones, he would always pick on you, (you knew he liked you if he did) he was caring and understanding and make you laugh when you needed it. Although I'm in CA and had not had a chance to meet him min person I do consider him a great friend. He was just that kind of guy. We would talk and often get off topic of work and I got to know his family though his stories. we shared the same interests like camping and hiking. we would share recipes and talk about the great adventures we had over the weekend or vacation time and how he loved to go into the woods to relax. The next time he was to come to CA for work he was going to take some extra days so we could meet I'm so sad that I will never have the pleasure of meeting him face to face, but I will treasure the talks we had. He was one of the best project managers I had the pleasure to work with, My heart and prayers go out to your whole family Jim, I know you are looking down on them with a smile and making Heaven laugh. YOU WILL BE MISSED!'

'I'm sad that I never had the pleasure to meet Jim face to face, but I've worked with him for about 8 years, which is half my AT&T career. He's been a great friend, a wonderful mentor, and the "other" class clown on the team I'm on. One of us, or both, would always come up with a humorous comment on team calls, sometimes prompting the other one to action in an instant message behind the scenes. I was saddened by his passing, as was everyone I shared it with. he was a great asset to the company, and a good friend to all he worked with. Cindy and family, you are all in our prayers at this time. He was beloved by all, and will truly be missed.'

'Jim was always and welcoming and caring for those who worked with him. We will miss him. Our prayers and condolences for his family.'

'Sad to hear of Jim's passing. He always brought a smile to us all. My condolences and prayers sent in faith with love.'

'I knew Jim back into my days as a service rep, he was my manager at one point, I guess about 15 years ago. I was always struck my what a truly caring person he was. In my management career we had worked together on and off. I really appreciate how, no matter how hard the projects would get, he always tried to keep spirits up and moods light. He will be missed at AT&T. Thank you Jim!'

'I enjoyed working with Jim over the years. We would have a regular morning conversation while I waited for the coffee and I will remember fondly a few of those chats. My sincerest condolences go to Cindy, Sarah and the Ford family.'

'Jim was a friend and fellow worker at AT&T. He was incredibly dedicated to his work yet found time to share his activities and experiences of the Shrine, his adoration of his daughter, his jerky making prowess, and, of course, his latest cigar find. I will miss him and his expertise at project management.'

'I have such fond memories of training at SWB with Jim. He was so smart, and always willing to share his knowledge with others. He will be missed by many at AT&T.'

'My sincerest condolences to Cindy, Sarah and the extended Ford family. Jim was part of my "AT&T family" and in the eight years of working with him, one observation is that he gave 200% to anything he did, both in his personal and professional life. His positive outlook on life and desire to always do the very best he could at anything he took on were inspirational. He was a great role model and employee, but above all else a very good friend. I always looked forward to getting into the office and knowing that Jim would already be there and yes, would have a smile or something positive to say when I'd see him. While I'm sad as I recognize I'll no longer be able to directly talk with Jim, there is comfort in knowing through his prior philanthropy efforts and time visiting with him on/off the job that his memories will live on. The family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers through this extremely difficult time.'

'I am are sorry for your loss. Jim, was such a great person, He will live on in our memories forever.'

'Sending thoughts and prayers to Jim's family.'

'I worked with Jim in RSC when it was still Southwestern Bell. We had a great love for our grandparents in common.Condolences to his family. Rest in peace, Jim.'

'You were one of the best Project Managers and I enjoyed and appreciated working with you. You were not only proficient in your skills to manage projects, but also a caring and compassionate person. You will be missed here but where you are going will be delighted with your presence!'

'Jim was a terrific guy to work with & I'll miss his cheerful demeanor.'

'Sending my loving thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies to the Ford family. I worked with Jim for several years. He was so multi faceted and I enjoyed working along with him and his team. Gone too soon from this life, but home with our Father in heaven and in peace.'

'Dear Cindy, Sarah and the entire Ford Family,

I extend my deepest condolences to all of you. Jim was my friend and my co-worker and I know he will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Know you will be in my thoughts and prayers.'

'My sincerest condolences for Jim's family. He was an AT&T Co-worker and personal friend who earned great respect from me both professionally and personally. I admire his total dedication to anything he did and his love of life. He will be fondly remembered and missed by many. I'm including a photo I took back in January where he modeled a fedora he bought with a Gig 'Em Award that he received for his great work. He was so proud!!!'

'My condolences to the entire Ford family. Jim will be greatly missed by his Bell family. I worked with Jim and also hired him to entertain at my children's birthday parties and family reunions. I considered Jim a big part of my family. I also loved seeing him at the night parades as Curly. Jim you will be greatly missed by all. I know you will be entertaining everyone up in heaven.'

'I hadn't kept up with Jim, but once a friend - always a friend. He introduced me to Jethro Tull when we were hanging out at his grandparents house on Belvoir. If that isn't cool, I don't know what is..I remember his dad's 442 smoking tires in a driver safety demonstration. :) Lots of good memories visiting the Ford's house and family, and only the fondest memories of Jim. Bless you all.. Paul Bass'

'Jim & I worked hard and cut up all the way through all of the bad times and then through the good times. Great to know him and I know he will have fun in the next life he leads.'

OBITUARY

James Love (Jim) Ford

8 October, 1956 – 19 June, 2016

Porter Loring Mortuary - McCullough

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