James walked to the strum of his own guitar, lived life on his own terms, and rarely compromised on what he believed. Fiercely independent and unapologetically himself, he experienced the world differently than most.
Life was not always easy for James. He fought battles that others could not always see or understand. But beneath his uncompromising spirit was a deeply sensitive soul with an extraordinary capacity to love.
Nowhere was that love more evident than in his bond with his beloved dog, Loki.
Loki was far more than a pet. He was his family, his best friend, and his greatest source of happiness. In a world where James often struggled to find his place, Loki gave him unconditional love, companionship, and a sense of belonging. Loki's passing seven months ago left a tremendous void in his life.
James leaves behind family and a very close-knit group of friends who loved him and wish he could have found the peace that so often eluded him.
Rest peacefully, James. You were loved, even when life made that difficult to feel.