Saturday, January 29, 2022
I remember the first time I met Jim, how long it took and how many time I got lost trying to find his office down in the basement of Duke South. Jim was most accommodating, sometimes to a fault actually, going above and beyond what he needed to do. As a result, I always looked forward to working with him on the next project. There were many over the years at Duke in Jim's buildings. The last, I am sad to say Jim will not see to completion.
My deepest condolences to his family during this time of loss of one of finest men I have had the pleasure of working for and with during my many years at Duke as a contractor.
As a believer in God, I rely on His word to guide me through what you are experiencing. Ecclesiastes chapter 3 talks of the seasons of our life, one of which is death. You all have a great big hole in your heart at this time but know that in time it will heal. We never forget our loved ones who have passed, but over time we come to understand that this thing we call 'death' is a fate that awaits us all.
Personally Matthew 5:4 which reads as follows: " Blessed are they that mourn; for they shall be comforted" is of special comfort to me during the times that I have experienced loss of a loved one.
May God bless you and comfort you during your time of grief.
John E. Wheeler
Starr Electric Company, Inc.
