He was a great person to be around. He was not just a colleague sitting close to me but a friend who I could always approach with my silly work related or general questions. Family always came first for him - which was very clear in his words and actions. He was a very very proud father and a devoted husband. People don't talk about family at workplace but Jim and I almost everyday talked about our daughters. He loved talking about Emma, showing what she did and what he is planning with her on weekend. We all at work knew Emma as I don't recall him saying my daughter but instead he used to say "Emma". I and others sitting next to him heard all about Emma, what she is like and what she did today. You could see a sparkle his eyes when he was talking about Emma. He enjoyed his work, he was sincere, respectful, honest and was always helpful to everyone. I asked him few things again and again, but he explained things to me with full patience and smile. You will be sorely missed Jim!!!
He was a great person to be around. He was not just a colleague sitting close to me but a friend who I could always approach with my silly work related or general questions. Family always came first for him - which was very clear in his words and actions. He was a very very proud father and a devoted husband. People don't talk about family at workplace but Jim and I almost everyday talked about our daughters. He loved talking about Emma, showing what she did and what he is planning with her on weekend. We all at work knew Emma as I don't recall him saying my daughter but instead he used to say "Emma". I and others sitting next to him heard all about Emma, what she is like and what she did today. You could see a sparkle his eyes when he was talking about Emma. He enjoyed his work, he was sincere, respectful, honest and was always helpful to everyone. I asked him few things again and again, but he explained things to me with full patience and smile. You will be sorely missed Jim!!!
