James Widner
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James Richard Widner, 56, of Linn passed away February 9, 2011 at his home after loosing a brave battle with cancer. He was born on August 16, 1954 in Moberly, MO. He lived in Jacksonville, MO and graduated high school in Cairo, MO. He was a veteran, having served 15 years in the Air Force.
Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at Linn Baptist Church on February 19, 2011 at 11:00 am.
James is survived by his mother, Opal L. Widner of Lake St. Louis, MO; his son, Jason A. Widner of Linn, MO; his daughter, Stephanie (Widner) McNutt of Oklahoma; eight sisters, Mary A. Williams of Worthington, MO, Dorothy L. Yarbro of Linn, MO, Ruth M. Brinkley of Lake St Louis, MO, Judy L. Atkisson of Linn, MO, Linda J. Bufford of Troy, Katherine L. Rude of Holden, MO, Deborah D. Head and Sheila R. Kendrick both of Blue Springs, MO; one granddaughter, Sophie Widner of Bridgeton, MO as well as numerous brother-in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles that all loved him very much.
James was preceded in death by his father, John L. Widner and two brothers, William H. Widner and John F. Widner.
James requested no flowers, but to send donations to the Salvation Army, or the charity of your choice.
Dear Widner family (especially Judy who was in my ’60 CHS graduating class), We were very sorry to hear of Jim’s death. We’re thinking of you all & praying for your comfort. Love, Jim & Patsy Heddinghaus
Jim, you were always a good brother to me. I will miss you everyday. Love you. (PS Tell Guy Hello for me.)
DEER (((Jim))) you will 4ever remain in my heart! Thank you for every happy memory you’ve given me to cherish! Your “spoiledrottenyapsalotbrat” will keep my promises to keep <>smiling<> even though I miss you so much!!! Heaven gained a wonderful Angel! I will see you when I see the “rainbows.” Your storm is over~like we said “you beat it in and it was in the spirit form.” My star will be brighter now cuse you are there watching over (us). I will always love you & remember the things you taught me. You were my “Hero!” I expect a big ole hug when I see you in Heaven! <>smiles<> Love, Joyce (SR) xoxoxox
DEER (((Jim))) you will 4ever remain in my heart! Thank you for every happy memory you’ve given me to cherish! Your “spoiledrottenyapsalotbrat” will keep my promises to keep <>smiling<> even though I miss you so much!!! Heaven gained a wonderful Angel! I will see you when I see the “rainbows.” Your storm is over~like we said “you beat it in and it was in the spirit form.” My star will be brighter now cuse you are there watching over (us). I will always love you & remember the things you taught me. You were my “Hero!” I expect a big ole hug when I see you in Heaven! <>smiles<> Love, Joyce (SR) xoxoxox
Jay, Sis, Mrs. Widner (Opal), Dee Dee, Kitty, Dotty, Ruth, Linda, Shelia, Mary & (ALL) Jim’s family~I am sincerely sorry for your loss! We know Jim fought a “strong storm within his body but, he constantly told me:he was not afraid to leave when the Lord called him “HOME.” I will never forget Jim and his wonderful outlook on life and faith in our Lord’s will. I am honored to have known him and shared a small part of his life. You (ALL) remain in my prayers as he will remain in my heart. MAWOY each one. God Bless you. Love, Joyce (crunchy) xoxoxox
Jim, you are a true gentleman, and I will miss you so much. We all had such fun and laughs, and those will live on in you. See you again someday ((((JIM))). I will miss you. You have a beautiful family, your mama sure did a good job!! God Bless you forever.
To all of JIM’s Family Our heart felt thoughts are with you all <3 To Jim ,OUR UP n OVer sincere friend,our friendship grew out of chance we might be across the miles but only a "CLICK" away on our keyboards.& SO CLOSE to our hearts..No words can describe how appeciative we are of having the pleasure of knowing you.We LOVED your loyalty to others JUST loved SENSE OF HUMOUR we shared..LOVED u Mate 4 many many more reasons...Forever Young & forever in our Hearts ((((JIM)))) ^5
Your "downunder" Mates
Raels (WYBESHY) & Pete (blackwolf)For now until we meet again LUV YA XXOO
To all of JIM’s Family Our heart felt thoughts are with you all <3 To Jim ,OUR UP n OVer sincere friend,our friendship grew out of chance we might be across the miles but only a "CLICK" away on our keyboards.& SO CLOSE to our hearts..No words can describe how appeciative we are of having the pleasure of knowing you.We LOVED your loyalty to others JUST loved SENSE OF HUMOUR we shared..LOVED u Mate 4 many many more reasons...Forever Young & forever in our Hearts ((((JIM)))) ^5
Your "downunder" Mates
Raels (WYBESHY) & Pete (blackwolf)For now until we meet again LUV YA XXOO
Going to miss you my dear friend!! Bettybertha will keep on dancing just for you !Rest in Peace my friend .
I can actually spell.
It was a pleasure to have known you Jim.
We had a lot of laughs. Thank you for your friendship.
To the Widner Family ….. God bless …..
( Rosebutt )
Hey Jim as friends go you were a ’wizard’ and we al miss you my friend ! We know you are there watching somewhere over the rainbow !
Hey Jim as friends go you were a ’wizard’ and we al miss you my friend ! We know you are there watching somewhere over the rainbow !
Jim, I’ll remember you as the NRF king and your well-timed comments that would make everyone laugh. ^5 Jim mf
To all of the Widner family…my thoughts and prayers go out to each and every one of you. I think Jim was a lot of things we all aspire to be…kind, funny, brave, a good friend…just to name a few. I never had the pleasure of shaking his hand in person but anytime someone has come into your life in any kind of form, there is always a loss felt when that person leaves even if it is to be in a much better place. He is the only man that has ever gotten away with calling me “Hussy” and I enjoyed every minute I had a chance to be in his company 🙂
To all of the Widner family…my thoughts and prayers go out to each and every one of you. I think Jim was a lot of things we all aspire to be…kind, funny, brave, a good friend…just to name a few. I never had the pleasure of shaking his hand in person but anytime someone has come into your life in any kind of form, there is always a loss felt when that person leaves even if it is to be in a much better place. He is the only man that has ever gotten away with calling me “Hussy” and I enjoyed every minute I had a chance to be in his company 🙂
I will always remember the laughs we all had in OZ going to miss you mf and love you always R.I.P.
When I received news of Jim’s diagnosis, I wrestled with what to say to him. We always were joking and laughing, and this wasn’t a joke. Jim sent me an inspiring reply about his faith in God; I was the one comforted. But then, that was Jim’s nature. Revelation 21:4 says: “and He shall wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there shall no longer be any death; there shall no longer be any mourning; or crying, or pain; the first things have passed away.” I can hardly wait to meet Jim in heaven. My prayers to all of his family and friends.
My heartfelt sympathies to the whole Widner family. I knew Jim while playing Oz and thought he was one of the nicest people on the net. I know I will get to meet him someday when I cross the Rainbow Bridge. May God bless and comfort you all.
My heartfelt sympathies to the whole Widner family. I knew Jim while playing Oz and thought he was one of the nicest people on the net. I know I will get to meet him someday when I cross the Rainbow Bridge. May God bless and comfort you all.
of all the people ive met via internet jim is the one who impressed me the most. i know he is safe in the arms of Jesus and i will meet jim face to face one day. he will always remain in my thoughts and in my heart. to the family….i give you my most heartfelt sympathy. i know you will miss him as we all will do. see you later jim.
Jim, yes we cry because you are no longer with us, but we smile cause we Know we Will see you again. Give Daddy, Billy, and Johnnie a hug for me. You will be in my heart always. A better “little bother’ a big blister could not have asked for. Love ya bunches, see ya later. Linda Jean, Wayne, Mike, Eva and the little ones.
Thank you everyone who has signed our brother Jim’s book. God Bless everyone, see ya later on the other side.
To all of the Widner family, I am very sorry for your loss. Jim was a good man and even better friend. We will all miss him.
to the widner family.im so sorry for your loss. we also have lost a very dear friend. miss you jim
Love ya, Little Bother!! As I read all the other’s messages, I thought “How True!!” – and How nice your friends were, Bro!! You always took the extra step to make sure someone was happy! Thanks for all the laughs and smiles you gave me. God is good, and we shall see each other again one day. Love ya!! – Your Big Blister!!
Jim you were my protector , a friend,a guide,a source of comfort. you would come when I needed you if at all possible and always a moral support, you woud threatnen to kick behind if needed and was a great example of not only what a brother should be but of what a man should be, I love and miss you and know I will see you again my Big brother! LOVE Dee
Jim you were my protector , a friend,a guide,a source of comfort. you would come when I needed you if at all possible and always a moral support, you woud threatnen to kick behind if needed and was a great example of not only what a brother should be but of what a man should be, I love and miss you and know I will see you again my Big brother! LOVE Dee
Jim was my friend some one that I loved very much and I always will till I see you again Jim
Jim you are my best friend you were my first love and you will be my last till we see each other again I know you are up there with my dad so keep one another company ok.
i,m so sorry for your losst. Dear Jim even me from the netherlands missing u so much,you where a very good friend n will me in my heart.all the fun whe had mvdf,will miss you.
My sympathy to the Widner family and all of Jim’s friends. I choose to believe that Jim was called home for good reasons and there will continue to serve God even though he will be very missed here on Earth.
Love,
Becky
I wish to send my deepest sympathy to Judy (Big Sis) and all of Jim’s family. We will miss you Jim and your wonderful sense of humor. I will also miss the dances that you and Crunch had especially in her beautiful red dress! You were a dear (deer) friend and we will all miss you very much…Love and prayers to you and your family!