Memories & Candles

“God Blessing to you and your. ”
1 of 30 | Posted by: Army Burks - friend

“Dear Gwen and family I pray that each passing day get better for you and the rest of the family. God give you peace of mind. You are in my prays and...Read More »
2 of 30 | Posted by: Army Burks - Fort Wayne,, IN

“Gwen and girls, Amy just told me of Jim's passing; and I had been thinking about your family just a week ago. Even though God may bless us with...Read More »
3 of 30 | Posted by: Pat (Christensen) Stewart

“Sue, Jamie, Jodie, & Jessica, I am so sorry for your loss! When I was a child, I saw Jim as well as all of you at Grandpa Jim's and at Aunt Hazel &...Read More »
4 of 30 | Posted by: Bobbie Gerber - IN

“My deepest sympathy to the family of James Ellenwood. ”
5 of 30 | Posted by: Gretchen Brunett - Fort Wayne, IN

“Gwen, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. I was the realtor that Jim chose to sell his dad's house and then I sold your house for...Read More »
6 of 30 | Posted by: Linda Leimer - Fort Wayne, IN

“Gwen and the girls, So saddened and shocked to hear that Jim has passed away. You all were such a great, fun, loving family and like my sister - I...Read More »
7 of 30 | Posted by: Amy Christensen - Safety Harbor, FL

“Gwen, Jessica, and Family: I was so sad when my father told me that Jim Ellenwood had passed away. My mind immediately traveled back many years...Read More »
8 of 30 | Posted by: Carrie Christensen McLaughlin - FL

“Gwen & family: Jerry & I just learned of Jim's passing. We will remember all of you in our prayers & thoughts. A life time ago since we have seen...Read More »
9 of 30 | Posted by: Jerry & Judy (Nofzinger) Stodden - IL

“Way back in the mid-seventies I had the honor of working with Jim at WLYV. He taught me so much about broadcasting - I appreciated his patience and...Read More »
10 of 30 | Posted by: Barbara (Kemp) Haycox - IN

“To the family of Jim Ellenwood, We extend our deepest condolences. Ken worked security with Jim. Jim was always upbeat and a pleasure to be around....Read More »
11 of 30 | Posted by: Ken & Mimi Bearman - Fort Wayne, IN

“Jim was a kind gentle man who I am proud to have been related to. Jim and Gwen always made us feel welcome in their home and we loved the party on...Read More »
12 of 30 | Posted by: Catherine and Addison Ervin - IN

“Dearest Gwen, Many years have passed since we have spoken, but that Jim Ellenwood sound will never be forgotten. I can still pick it out anywhere I...Read More »
13 of 30 | Posted by: Sue Bahr - Carmel, IN

“Gwen, Jamie, Jodie and Jess.... I am thinking about you four beautiful women and keeping you in my prayers. Your father was a gentle man with a...Read More »
14 of 30 | Posted by: Andrea Gregory - Indianapolis, IN

“Gwen,Jami,Jodie,and Jessica The most preciouos gifts we leave behind are the lessons we teach and the examples we set for others. That is what Jim...Read More »
15 of 30 | Posted by: pam&jim hattery - IN

“Dear Gwen & Family: I'm in Xining, China and just learned that Jim responded to a higher call. Though it has been some time since we last saw each...Read More »
16 of 30 | Posted by: Rev. Dick Christensen - FL

“Chris and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family. It is always a sad moment when another of the great WOWO family, and staff...Read More »
17 of 30 | Posted by: Chris and Lisa Underwood - IN

“Gwen & Family, We are sorry for your loss. Tom & Marveta Brindle ”
18 of 30 | Posted by: Marveta Brindle - Fort Wayne, IN

“Oh papa i have been at the computer all night downloading music for your viewing and service, hearing all of your favorite music, took me right back...Read More »
19 of 30 | Posted by: jamie ellenwood funk - fort wayne, IN

“Gwen, Jamie, Jody and Jess, Our deepest sympathies. We will hold you in our prayers and trust you will find comfort and great memories of Jim as you...Read More »
20 of 30 | Posted by: Michael & Tracy Barb - IN

“Gwen and Family, I wish I could be there in person to share my condolences. I am truly sorry for your loss. May God be with you during this time and...Read More »
21 of 30 | Posted by: Joe Hensley - Louisville, KY

“Gwen and Family I am sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts & Prayers. May God bring comfort to you as only he can. Matthew ”
22 of 30 | Posted by: Matt Copley - Fredericksburg, VA

“Jodie and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. ”
23 of 30 | Posted by: Sonnie Shlater - Churubusco, IN

“I was a junior bridesmaid in their wedding, when I got married, their daughter Jamie, was a flower girl in my wedding. I always bragged to my friends...Read More »
24 of 30 | Posted by: Nancy(McKean) Gerber

“I hired into ALCOA in Auburn about 7 years ago. The first time Jim used the intercom I recognized the voice. After a few weeks it was driving me...Read More »
25 of 30 | Posted by: Lee Powell - Leo, IN

“Dear Gwen and Family, We're so sorry to hear the news about Jim. Fort Wayne was very lucky to have such a talent. I'll never forget all the...Read More »
26 of 30 | Posted by: Jim Turcovsky - Fort Wayne, IN

“My roomate Lana bought the house next to Jim and Gwen about a year ago. I moved in shortly following this, and was introduced to both Jim and Gwen....Read More »
27 of 30 | Posted by: Jessica Thomas - Fort Wayne, IN

“My deepest condolences to the Ellenwood family. I will always remember Diamond Jim. Listening to Jim on WOWO during it’s heyday, and later...Read More »
28 of 30 | Posted by: Bill Schneider - Fort Wayne, IN

“Gwen, please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. I will pray for you and your family that in time God gives you comfort and peace. Alba ”
29 of 30 | Posted by: Alba Stavreti - Fort Wayne, IN

“He is the reason I love music, he is the reason I speak well, he is the reason the toilet paper in my house comes over the top of the roll, he is the...Read More »
30 of 30 | Posted by: Jodie Ellenwood Hattery


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James A. Ellenwood Jr, 67, passed away Saturday, March 6, 2010 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born in Fort Wayne, IN, James worked as a Loan Officer with First Security Savings Bank for several years. He was a former WOWO Radio Disc Jockey also known as "Diamond Jim Brady" and an announcer for 21 Alive. Jim Loved to fish; smoke cigars and collect any gadgets he found interesting, but his greatest joy was spending time with his family and grandchildren. He is survived by his Wife, Gwen S. Ellenwood of Fort Wayne, IN Daughters, Jamie (Greg) Funk, Jodie (Tim) Hattery both of Fort Wayne, IN, Jessica (Patrick Michael) Haisley of Bloomingdale, IL Brother, Michael Lee Ellenwood of Fort Wayne, IN 7 Grandchildren and 1Great grandson . James was preceded in death by his parents, James A. and Helen V Ellenwood Sr. and a brother, Leonard H. Ellenwood. Service is 10:00 AM, March 10, 2010 at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home 1320 East Dupont Rd. Calling Tuesday 2-5 and 7-9 at the funeral home, Memorials may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes foundation. To sign the online guest book, go to www.mccombandsons.com.

Funeral Services
Interment

Highland Park Cemetery

2403 East Wallen Road Fort Wayne, IN 46825