Jimmy was my best friend in high school. He was always happy and lived for the moment. I was lucky to share an apartment with him in our junior and senior years during high school and we had many fun adventures during that time.  We were poor, but happy during those years. Sometimes we didn't have enough money for food, but our friends and especially girlfriends, Linda & Valerie, would save us by bringing pizza, and other goodies.  We explored New England on our motorcycles and even took my 63 Chevy impala to Nova Scotia after graduation in  June of1974.  We stayed for 4 weeks in Nova Scotia and learned bout the beautiful province and and even nicer people and culture. 
A couple of year's later I got accepted at the University of Utah and moved to Salt Lake City. Jimmy Joined us there a year later and we had more adventures skiing, hiking in the desert and exploring adjacent states like Nevada, Idaho and Wyoming. Jimmy started several successful businesses in construction and industrial services. I invested in real-estate and life was good for a few years.  Our community grew and by the early 80's our girlfriends, brothers, and other friends joined us in Salt Lake City. 
Unfortunately the great recession of the 80's put an end to everything and most of us lost everything. Some went back to CT as Jimmy did and I continued west and then around the world.  Jimmy was a positive force and wherever he went he brought smiles and good times with him. I'm thankful for his influence on my life, short as it has been. Even though we have not seen each other in years. I miss him  as I'm sure his family does. Condolences to all that knew him. 
Stan Sikorski

I'm so sorry for your loss.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.  May your memories of Jamie always be held close.  
With love,
Chris Pierce Psillas

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