When I heard that Jim had died, I was absolutely devastated!  He was such a good friend over the years to my husband, Fred Schmidt.  I had the pleasure of meeting Jim and hanging out with him several times.  When he passed, I prayed and asked God to give me a sign that he was o.k.  That night I had a vision where I saw Jim kneeling before Jesus Christ.  He was wearing a light blue button down shirt and white slacks.  He was looking up at Jesus with tears streaming down his face because he was in the presence of a holy God.  Jesus reached out his arms to him as if to comfort him and he said to Jim..."I love you period".  I believe that was God's way of confirming to me that Jim is in Heaven with Jesus.  Those of us who knew him well knew that he had a very rough life on this earth.  It seemed like tragedy followed him wherever he went.  Jim did not deserve all the things that happened to him.  He had one of the best hearts of anyone I ever met.  I feel that Jim is finally at peace rejoicing in the presence of almighty God and for that I am eternally grateful!  Even though we may weep for him, know that he is the happiest he has ever been!  May the God of all peace comfort his family and friends as they grieve his passing.  Much love, hugs, and prayers from the Schmidt Family    

Somehow it's been 20 years since we knew you. How is that even possible? It was another world - a unique and beautiful one that felt like it would last forever; yet with just a blink, it was gone. But that time will never, ever be forgotten. And neither will you. I know I don't just speak for us when I say that you were part of some of the best memories of our lives. Rest in peace, Jim. 

Our deepest condolences to the family. May God fill your hearts so that there is no room left for pain.

Even though I shared a memory, I had to share this pic. I’ll never forget his sweet smile. It would brighten any room.

It's with tears in my eyes and a broken heart that I am writing about my cousin Jamie or better known to most as Jim. He never made me feel like just a cousin. He made me feel like I had an older brother I could always turn to. Distance meant nothing when we had things like facebook. We spoke often about life and the little things. He always knew how to make me smile and I can only hope I put even half the smiles on his face that he put on mine. Knowing he is gone feels like a terrible dream. I can only hope he is at peace in all forms and looking down on everyone knowing how loved he is if he didn't already know. I'm going to miss you until I see you again. Be at peace. I'll love you forever.

Your loving cousin Bridget

Jim was an awesome friend in high school, and reached out again a couple years ago by fb (almost 20 years later) because he, “just wanted to see what’s been going on,” as if nothing changed or it’s just been a few days-he always cracked me up. We spoke a few times over the years catching up and reminiscing, since I moved away to KY when we ran around together. 

Even though our conversations were few, he made me feel special that he was interested in continuing our friendship as if I never left FL, since most my bonds have been lost over the years. I could feel his sweet heart, hear him smile when he spoke, and could tell-although we’d both been through a lot-somethings had not changed. His spirit was sweet, kind, and he’s one in a billion. He’ll be missed. Condolences to his family.

When Jim was a baby I would sing to him, we liked it and it calmed him. As he leaves us now, I send him off with a bit of this song:
"...as the moon rises he sits by the fire, thinking about women and glasses of beer
and closing his eyes as the doggies retire
he sings out a song which is soft but is clear as if maybe someone could hear...
Goodnight moonlight ladies, rock-a-bye Sweet Baby James. Deep greens and blues are the colors I choose, won't you let me go down in my dreams,
and ROCK-a-bye sweet baby James.
Goodnight Jim.
I will love you forever. Mom 😘


     Extreme. My brother was extreme. Nothing he did was half assed, and he was always turned up to 11.  His highs were the highest, his lows were definitely the darkest. But if you got him when he was good, then you are lucky, because when he was good, he was magic.  Anywhere he took me to, I was immediately welcomed with open arms just because I was his sister, and I loved being his sister. He could light up a room with his smile, play the drums like a rockstar, and dance like liquid. He made everyone feel like they were important, was fiercely loyal, and afraid of nothing. He loved his family and friends like a lion. He cared so much, probably too much. I just hope he knew how much he was loved. I hope he knows that he was the funniest. All I know is that he left too soon and he took a piece of my heart with him. I will miss him forever.


Jamie will always be that little boy in my heart. All the polo games we went to. He thought it was so great stomping down the torn up grass the horses dug up. And running like he’ll back to our chairs when the horses came back out. Uncle John would take Colleen for a snack and I’d take Jamie and he ‘d ask if we could get Colleen something too. My favorite memory was New Years. Jamie and I went to the party store and he picked out a Viking helmet with horns on it and a sword. We decided Colleen needed a fairy crown and he asked me if she could have a rhinestone wand too. Always thinking of his sister. We got 500 poppers and when he went outside to pop them all the kids in the neighborhood showed up.....the smell of gun powder and this cloud hung in the air. It was fantastic. I still remember the night the Christmas wreath fell off the wall . The kids slept on this huge wrap around couches and the wreath was musical...it fell on Colleen and scared the hell out of them . When I came to see what happened I started laughing and the three of us were roaring. So many memories and needless to say we loved him to the moon and back. I will always keep you in my heart.


Jim was an amazing person.  He always wanted to make people laugh.  He was everyone's  friend.  I'll never forget him running down the hallway, screaming oh my god a fire as he launched himself and belly flopped on the ground.  He had us cracking for hours.  It was just a crazy random thing he did to brighten the room.  He was fun, goofy and loving. The world is definitely going to be a little dimmer without Jim.  Miss you!  You will always be missed.  Until we meet again.....

Love,

Lisa

My first memory of Jamie was playing Mr. Potato head with him when he was a young lad in grandma’s living room. He was an easy “play date” as he was happy and engaged with the activities and the mutant figures we created. It was easy to make him laugh and smile. The next and probably most ingrained memory he left with me was his voracious appetite, especially when it came to chicken and CLAMS. I can still picture the look on Uncle Bill’s face out in Cutchogue as Jamie proceeded to demolish a platter of raw clams that were meant for the “grownups”. I was so thrilled when he called me a few years ago to ask for my baked clam recipe and then sent me a text with a picture of his masterpiece clam plate. I think I was more proud of his efforts than he was.
He grew up to be a handsome young man who was polite, humble, and extremely caring of others.  Jamie had a big heart and a winning smile – We will miss you dearly Jamie …… Uncle Jim


As Jim's aunt I enjoyed seeing him at family gatherings over the years.  He was an adorable, lively and fun loving kid.  As a young adult he was courageous in how he dealt with what life put in his way.  He had a million dollar smile, a kind heart and unwavering love for his family.  He loved the kitties, hanging out with his dad, and his mom's home cooking.   Good bye Jamie, you left us too soon.
Mary

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James Patrick Heneghan III

June 7, 1976 – January 16, 2019

Kraeer-Becker Funeral Home and Cremation Center

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