Jim and I became good friends over the past 19 years. He always spoke of you, his girls and their families at the end of the long day of work. You're in our prayers and have our heartfelt sympathy. We'll miss Jim deeply.
God Bless, Don, Melinda and Parker
donald h muller
March 28, 2015
We are sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He took care of our yard/sprinkler needs for many years and always did an excellent job. We always enjoyed talking with him and shared many laughs. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim and Jo Haddad
Jim and Jo Haddad
March 25, 2015
Helen, As you know, Jim and I often butted heads. As I have given it some thought, I believe it was because we were somewhat alike and we both had the same goal in mind. We just came at it from totally different angles. When I took over the greenhouse, I think Jim thought I needed guidance and maybe I did, but I sure did not want it. Once he backed off a bit and allowed me to "grow" in my own way, I think he was very proud of me. I have a lot of gratitude for the things I learned from Jim and especially his helping me to establish Friends of Noelridge. Although he often drove me nuts, we finally reached a point of success together. Jim had a lot of drive in his business, great passion in his hobbies and obvioulsy by the photos tremendous love for his family. God Bless.
Kristie benzine
March 24, 2015
Dear Helen and family, We are so sorry to hear about Jim's accident and passing. Our deepest sympathy to you. We met him and visited with him many times as we brought two of our children (Lesley and Matt) to your house many years ago for piano lessons and recitals. He was always so kind and friendly and we enjoyed visiting with him. Please know that we are thinking of you and will keep you all in our prayersll
Barb and Mike Sheehan
March 24, 2015
Helen, LuAnne, Margaret and Shelley and family members,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I was fortunate enough to visit with him just on Tuesday of last week. Jim was the nicest person and a great neighbor to my parents. I am truly sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Carol Steepleton Steingreaber
March 23, 2015
Helen, I am so very sorry at your loss of Jim. Please know you, your family and Jim are in my thoughts and prayers. Nancy
Nancy Crawford
March 23, 2015
Helen, LuAnne, Margaret and Shelley:
I am so sorry to hear about Jim's accident and passing. My grandmother was Hermina Trejtnar from the Rose Society. I came to your house with her one summer when I was about 11 yrs. old for a Rose Society picnic. LuAnne and I had such a great time running around the back yard. I am sure that my grandma and Jim are up in Heaven tending to the beautiful roses there! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Peggy Skripsky
March 23, 2015
Helen and family,
My condolences to all of you on Mr. Venneman's passing.
Genuinely loved this guy. He volunteered to mow my parent's lawn when my Dad was dying of the cancer. Will never forget him because of his generosity.
Always would see him driving his Green Lawn Irrigation van. I think this had to keep him young.
Prayers and thoughts with you at this difficult time.
-Matt Wymore
Matt Wymore
March 23, 2015
Helen, LuAnne, Margaret and Shelley - We are so sorry to hear about Jim's accident and passing. We always enjoyed talking to Jim and being your neighbors for over five years. He was a very talented man and always took pride in the work he did for others. Our deepest sympathy. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.... Ron and Nancy
Ron and Nancy Rieck
March 23, 2015
Dear Helen and family, we are all so sorry to hear about Jim's unfortunate accident. Just talking to him recently makes it even harder to believe. You have our prayers and love from all the Skoogs.
Glenn and Roberta Skoog
March 23, 2015
I am a classmate who graduated with Jim in 1956. I am extending my deepest sympathy to the entire family. Was so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless all of you.
LaVonn Bosley Webster Westcott
March 23, 2015
Jim came to my dad's (Don Ellis) funeral visitation last April and was so kind to acknowledge my banker dad (from People's Bank and Trust). Jim told us that our dad "believed in him" in assistance with banking matters and that he was grateful for him. I got to witness Jim's lawn work as he had my neighbors as customers and I admired how hard he worked and what great energy he had for his age. (I also went to school with Luanne.) Sorry you have to lose this great man, too, like I lost my great dad. Perhaps these two have met up in Heaven already. Let the good memories carry you through until you are reunited with him again, forever, in Eternity.
Judy Ellis Worley
March 23, 2015
Dearest Helen, I am so sorry for your loss. So many fond memories growing up with your family and I always think of Jim pulling into our driveway in a huge Cadillac I think, and beaming ear to ear as he walked in the door. I also remember spending a day on the job with him and of course all of our Christmas Eve's together. Jim was like that crazy uncle to me. Smiling as I write as I think about him. Good times. He will be missed by all. God Bless. Craig
Craig Black
March 23, 2015
To the entire Vennen man family. May eternal rest be granted to Jim o Lord. It has been over 30 years since I last spoke to Jim, but I remember his infectious smile and his Happy demeanor. I know that Jim ' s priorities were to Love his wife, daughters, son-in-laws, and grand children. Helen - Thank you for all you do for Carol. Love you all Steve Beltramea and Family
Steve Beltramea
March 23, 2015
Helen and all of the Jim Venneman Family, Our thoughts and condolences are with you. Remembering Jim from Good Earth Garden Club where we first met him. Such a kind and knowledgeable man. He certainly encouraged everyone to volunteer at Noelridge both in the park and in the greenhouse. He seemed to love everything about gardening and was so modest of your home gardens. He will be missed but always remembered with happy thoughts. Gordon and Jean Minehart
Gordon & Jean Minehart
March 22, 2015
Helen and Family,
We are very sorry for your enormous loss. Jim will be missed by many. Hugs and prayers for you and your family to help bring comfort during this difficult time.
Luanne & Jim Miller
March 22, 2015
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF JIM'S PASSING. HE WAS A GREAT MAN TO ALL AND KNOW THAT THE FAMILY WILL MISS HIM GREATLY. HE WAS ALWAYS SO MUCH FUN TO BE AROUND AT FAMILY GET TOGETHERS.
SUE & DAVE BINNEY & FAMILIES
March 22, 2015
Helen and Family, we were saddened to learn of Jim's sudden passing.
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
David and Susan Haupt
David and Susan Haupt
March 22, 2015
Helen,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I lost my husband many years ago and I know it is hard at the time but faith in
Jesus Christ and so many wonderful memories will help you and your family. I hear he was a wonderful person.
My prayers will be with you. Bonnie Morton
Bonnie Morton
March 22, 2015
Dear Helen and family,
I am so sad to hear of Jim's passing. I fondly recall the affection my mother Rosie held for both of you, and the many years of friendship you all had together. Of garden clubs and your love for the earth and what gifts it could give us, it is my prayer that Jim and Mom are walking and talking together in the most beautiful garden of all, meeting up as old dear friends would. My most sincere condolences to your family.
Pamela Richardson
March 22, 2015
Dear Vennemans, We were so sorry to hear of Jimmie's passing. We always have a lot of fun when you all came down to Chillicothe. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Chris, Rebecca, Rupp and family and Dolores Rupp
March 22, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. It was such a shock to hear of Jim's passing. He was such a lively rabblerouser (in the best sense of the word -- not sure who else could have gotten my folks on a plane to Hawaii!).
Debby Herman
March 22, 2015
Louise, Alice and families. I am sorry for your loss.
Dan LeGrand
March 21, 2015
Aloha, Helen,
I am saddened by Jim's passing,but am gladdened by his faith in Jeus Christ. He was a strong and determined man with a wide variety of interest, very inspirational! Jim will be missed. Our prayers will be with you Helen, and your family.
Mahalo, Jim, for everything!
Cheryl Hoech
March 20, 2015
LuAnne,I'm sorry to read of your dad's passing. May your memories sustain you and your family over the days and years to come. Sincerely, Mary Protsman Odegaard
Mary Odegaard
March 20, 2015
Dear Helen, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Jim has been such a consistent and dependable supporter of 4rk9s. His contribution to this club has been outstanding. Jim's energy, optimism, and smile will be so missed.
Liz Drexler
March 20, 2015
Mr. Venneman was such a nice man. My siblings and I took piano lessons from Mrs. Venneman for many years, and he always had a friendly "Hello!" for us. My condolences to your family.
Bridgit (Duff) Brandt
March 20, 2015
Jim will be so missed, he was a great man. Our heart goes out to the family. We love you all.
Corey, Lori, Jonathan Pass, Catherine, Chad & Eddie Olinger
March 20, 2015
Dear Helen, Luanne, Margaret and Shelley,
We were so shocked and saddened by the news of Jim's untimely and tragic death. We will miss him greatly.
Jim had so much zest for life and could not do enough. Jim wanted to learn more and more. Hawaii to him was
being in Paradise. I (John) went to mass this morning. Sharon called and told me the sad news. We heard the words in the psalm, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted." Those words were of solace to me. We can be sure that his Hawaii and so much more are now for him to love. John & Sharon Herman
John and Sharon Herman
March 20, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss.
I met Jim at "Friends of Noelridge". He was instrumental in getting our group started. He seemed to love all things gardening.
I will keep you in my prayers.
Darlene McGovern
March 20, 2015
Helen and family, I am saddened by your tremendous loss of Jim. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. Although it's hard to cope with his passing and the pain seems unbearable, please remember you are not alone, for Psalms 34:18 promises, "God is near those broken at heart; and those crushed in spirit he saves." Pray to Him for strength. Weep to Him when there are no words. Take comfort in God's promise, "Your Dead Will Live. Awake and shout joyfully, You Residents In The Dust!..." (Isaiah 26:19) With heartfelt condolences.
Regina Jones
March 20, 2015
Helen and family, I am so very sorry to hear of Jim's sudden passing. Losing your life partner hurts so much! Time will help to soften the hurt, but not erase it. I know you have many years of special memories which will live with you all forever! Cherish these and use the love you have from friends and family to give you strength for the days to come!
Thinking of you! Sue
Sue Medberry
March 20, 2015
We'll all miss you Jim. You were a father to anyone that had the honor of working with you.
Mike Pass
MIke Pass
March 20, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Helen, and am thinking of all of your family. Although I did not know Jim for long, I was inspired by his founding of and leadership of the Friends of Noelridge. He was such a generous and gracious man, SOOOO knowledgeable about all things gardening. It was an honor and pleasure to know him, and I will miss him greatly, especially as we begin a new gardening season. I am unable to attend the services as I am out of the state until April, but I will be thinking of you next week. My deepest condolences -- Becki Lynch
Becki Lynch
March 20, 2015
Shelley and Family,
So sorry to hear about your dad. I know how close you are with your family. I pray that you will be comforted with knowing he is in the Lord's hands and that you have a lifetime of great memories. Take care.
Leann Walton and Family
Leann Walton
March 20, 2015
i am so very sorry for your loss. Jim will be missed by many. Prayers and thoughts are with you.
Judy McP
Judy McP
March 20, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Denny and Sandee Sutton
March 20, 2015