“I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. It is a complete shock to me. God Bless to him and the rest of the family. ”
1 of 70 | Posted by: Dana Sheldon

“Always will I remember his warmth . . . you are in my thoughts and prayers. ”
2 of 70 | Posted by: Andrea Immoos - st.joseph, MI

“My brother and I met Jim about 20 years ago when we first got into the amusement game business. Jim was running Atlas in GR at the time. We didn't...Read More » ”
3 of 70 | Posted by: Marco Zanetti - Battle Creek, MI

“Jim was truly filled with life's happiness and he shared it well with everyone. Helpful, friendly and loyal is how I remember Jim, always smiling...Read More » ”
4 of 70 | Posted by: Ed Krieger - Grand Rapids, MI

“Mr. LaRoux will be greatly missed. He always had a smile on his face. I will never forget his smile. I am so sad to hear this news. My thoughts...Read More » ”
5 of 70 | Posted by: Jessica (Rylant) Clark - St. Joe, MI

“Jim has always been a friend since we met in high school. i will always remember the times we told our parents we were sleeping at each other's house...Read More » ”
6 of 70 | Posted by: Jack Light - Farmington Hills, MI

“Kelly, my heart breaks for you and your family. Jim was a dear friend that I found easy to share time with. We had many fun times around the poker...Read More » ”
7 of 70 | Posted by: STEVE KRIEGER - COLOMA, MI

“Wow! I still am in shock. Just spoke to him Friday. My deepest sympathy to all of you. He was a very nice person. my thoghts & prayers are with you. ”
8 of 70 | Posted by: Gina Flores - St Joe, MI

“Jim was a someone that always had a great outlook on life. We talked many times in person, but mainly we chatted on the phone about the coin-opo...Read More » ”
9 of 70 | Posted by: Rick Massa - Battle Creek, MI

“JIM AND I BOTH WORKED FOR SHAFFER DIST.. WHEN HE WOULD COME INTO TOWN WE ALL HAD ALOT OF LAUGHS. HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED. ”
10 of 70 | Posted by: Mike Piche' - Gibraltar, MI

“I remember Jimmy and my brother Mark, lying in the grass with a bowl of sugar between them, crunching long red stalks of rhubarb in our backyard on...Read More » ”
11 of 70 | Posted by: Michelle LaRoux - Iron River, MI

“My favorite nephew, I have known you since you were five years old. All your years in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. My heart hurts with you gone. You'll be...Read More » ”
12 of 70 | Posted by: Jerry LaRoux - Iron River, MI

“Will miss our 30 years of regular phone calls to discuss our industry and life in general. Jim always made me a little smarter and a little happier....Read More » ”
13 of 70 | Posted by: Scott Bright - MI

“LaRoux You were always so much fun down at the beach and you were always my go to man when all the fip's were being well fip's. You were a young soul...Read More » ”
14 of 70 | Posted by: Morgan Kline - st. joseph , MI

“Our deepest sympathy and condolences to John's family and friends. May God be with all during this difficult time. Paul Yakel ”
15 of 70 | Posted by: Paul Yakel - Benton Harbor, MI

“To the LaRoux family, When my brother Bill called me Saturday evening and told me of Jim's passing I was shocked and saddened. Jim and I went back a...Read More » ”
16 of 70 | Posted by: John Bittner - Rockford, MI

“Jim was a good friend and we talked weekly about almost everything as well as business. JIM, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND GOD BLESS YOU. My sympathy...Read More » ”
17 of 70 | Posted by: CHUCK VAN BEBBER - KANSAS CITY, MO

“It saddened my heart to hear of Jim's passing. I had the opportunity to work with Jim In Wyoming, Michigan and we became friends for life. I will...Read More » ”
18 of 70 | Posted by: Bob Goodman - Chicago, IL

“Betty and family, Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of Jim. I was so shocked to hear that he had passed. You all will be in my...Read More » ”
19 of 70 | Posted by: Cathy (Anderson) Taber - Friend

“I was so stunned to read of Jim's passing in the Grand Rapids Press online obits. I wish I could be there to give you a great big hug. I miss...Read More » ”
20 of 70 | Posted by: Dorothy Pervanger - AZ - Friend

“Betty, My deepest sympathys to you and your family. Jim and my friendship goes back to elementary school. I could go years without seeing Jim &...Read More » ”
21 of 70 | Posted by: Peggy Radom - St. Joseph, MI

“Anyone who knows me has probably never seen me speechless but that was what I was when I heard the news about Jim. I have known him for 30 years, my...Read More » ”
22 of 70 | Posted by: Suki Akens - Benton Harbor, MI

“Our sincere condolences to the LaRoux and Guthrie families from the St. Joseph Fire Department. ”
23 of 70 | Posted by: St. Joseph Fire Department - MI

“I work with Marc at the hotel. I was just wanted to let the family know that they are in my thoughts and prayers. Blessed are those who mourn, For...Read More » ”
24 of 70 | Posted by: Amanda P.

“My deepest sympathy to your family. Jim and I go back 25 years in the coin-op industry, as friendly competitors, as well as working togather for a...Read More » ”
25 of 70 | Posted by: Byron Howard - Woodhaven, MI

“There are no words that can be said for me to express how much my "Uncle Jim" mean't to me. He was always there for me even if it had been like an...Read More » ”
26 of 70 | Posted by: Tonya Gonzales - St. Joseph, MI

“So sorry for your loss. Jim was such a wonderful friend and person. We will be thinking of your family through this holiday season. ”
27 of 70 | Posted by: Patrick and Rebecca Durden - MI

“My thoughts and prayers are with your family! ”
28 of 70 | Posted by: Melissa Balir (Hall) - Watervliet, MI

“My deepest sympathies and condolences to Betty and her family. Jim was one of us and he never gave up-- no one ever had a better friend. ”
29 of 70 | Posted by: Gary Goldstein - Morehead City, NC

“I am so very sorry for your loss.... may your memories bring you comfort and peace. He was a good man! ”
30 of 70 | Posted by: Linda Kipp Brummett - Pueblo West, CO

“Betty, Kelly and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I'm thinking of you and praying for you. ”
31 of 70 | Posted by: Joan McCaslin - St. Joe - Friend

“Dear Betty & Family, It is with a great sense of loss that we send our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Jim was such a wonderful...Read More » ”
32 of 70 | Posted by: Larry & Beth Riemland - FL

“"What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left...Read More » ”
33 of 70 | Posted by: Sobota Family - Wyoming, MI

“•Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with...Read More » ”
34 of 70 | Posted by: Sobota Enterprises - Wyoming, MI

“Dear Kelly & Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You will be in my thoughts and prayers for the days ahead. May great...Read More » ”
35 of 70 | Posted by: Jackie (Hill) Olson - Dowagiac, MI

“JIM ALWAYS HAD GOOD ADVICE FOR US AND A VERY POSITIVE ATTITUDE NO MATTER WHAT WAS GOING ON.WHENEVER HE CALLED I KNEW THERE WAS GOING TO BE HUMOR IN...Read More » ”
36 of 70 | Posted by: KYLE AND JERRY ROGERS - MI

“It seems unbelievable to say I've known Jim for 37 years. As a first grader going to school with Kelly, he was Kelly's dad but as time went on, he...Read More » ”
37 of 70 | Posted by: Chriss Lyon - Saint Joseph, MI

“Jim was my Sergeant during my time with the Reserve's. I still remember the first time I met him, it was at my interview for the Reserve Unit. ...Read More » ”
38 of 70 | Posted by: Scott Wade - Stevensville, MI

“One thing I can say about Jim for sure, He ADORED his family and they him. My heart is broken for them. He will be greatly missed. ”
39 of 70 | Posted by: Patti and Tony Catania - MI

“My condolences to you Betty and family. We're heartbroken as you are. I won't be able to attend services, but will be thinking and praying for all...Read More » ”
40 of 70 | Posted by: Sharon Safranek - Davenport, IA

“Betty and family, We would like to send our sincerest simpathy to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all...Shelly and June ”
41 of 70 | Posted by: Shelly OBrien and June Musick - MI

“Betty, Kelly and Marc..Life is always to short. I seems like just yesterday we were all in high school together.. You are in my thoughts and prayers...Read More » ”
42 of 70 | Posted by: Susan Veersma - St Joseph, MI

“Dear Marc, Lynn and LaRoux Family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad Marc. Lynn, you are a dear friend and I know you loved Marc...Read More » ”
43 of 70 | Posted by: Cindy Starke - St. Joseph, MI

“To the LaRoux family: With Deepest and Heart felt smypathy..I share in the passing of my friend and classmate. The world is better place because...Read More » ”
44 of 70 | Posted by: L. Sonny Bowens - Battle Creek, MI

“Jim, Sharon and I will miss you. Thank you for your kindness to me over the years in the coin-op business. LaRoux family, our families thoughts...Read More » ”
45 of 70 | Posted by: James Hall - Mt. Pleasant, MI

“To Betty, Kelly, Marc and the rest of the family, I am so glad to have know Jim, he was a wonderful man!! I met him 18 years ago and remember it...Read More » ”
46 of 70 | Posted by: Julie Cooper-yerington

“To the family of Jim;; Having known Jim for over 30 years through bussiness, you can be proud of your husband,your father, your brother. Jim was...Read More » ”
47 of 70 | Posted by: Bill, Bob , Rob Gerling - MI

“Dear Betty and Family, Just letting you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I ”
48 of 70 | Posted by: Jeff & Mary Chartier - Kingsford, MI

“Prayers are being sent to family and friends .Jim was always happy and up when I knew him. Always that wonderful smile the kind that make his eyes...Read More » ”
49 of 70 | Posted by: Sandi Panos Gilbert - IL

“To Marc and Family: Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one, James. May you find comfort in the coming days from your family and...Read More » ”
50 of 70 | Posted by: Dick, Deloris and Lisa Rosenthal - IN

“Jim will certainly be missed by many people. I could not have asked for a better sergeant. He always had good advice to give, always knew just how...Read More » ”
51 of 70 | Posted by: Scott Morris - Saint Joseph, MI

“Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! ”
52 of 70 | Posted by: John & Stephanie Merrill - Baroda, MI

“Although not my dad....I called him "dad"....as that is how he treated me...whether it was helping me buy a car or offering me the "fatherly" advice...Read More » ”
53 of 70 | Posted by: Kim Erny - St Joe, MI

“My deepest condolences in this tragic loss of such a great person. Jim was always so personable and friendly. I have worked with Jim throughout the...Read More » ”
54 of 70 | Posted by: Dawn Young - Business Associate

“My thoughts and prayers are with your family. ”
55 of 70 | Posted by: Vincent Broccolo - Dallas , TX

“Dear Betty & Family, I am so sorry about Jim. He always greeted me with a smile. My prayers are with your family. May the love of family and...Read More » ”
56 of 70 | Posted by: Lynn Lombardo - Benton Harbor, MI

“Dear LaRoux family, I’m deeply saddened at the news of your loss. Jim was my Sergeant during my time with the Berrien County Sheriff’s...Read More » ”
57 of 70 | Posted by: Ryan Engle - AZ - LEO

“Jim was always a kind and compassionate man, I had the privilege of working with him while I was a park ranger at SIlver Beach, and then again as a...Read More » ”
58 of 70 | Posted by: Jordan Frank - Saint Joseph, MI

“Dear Betty and Family, Our sincerest sympathies at your loss of a very special guy. Jim always greeted his friends with his unique sense of humor...Read More » ”
59 of 70 | Posted by: Steve and Pam Silcox - MI

“Jim was one of those special friends we all hope for and rarely find. Jim, I'll carry our friendship forever in my heart. My deepest sympathies to...Read More » ”
60 of 70 | Posted by: Rich Kizer - Naperville, IL

“Always smiling, hugging and laughter wherever he was. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. ”
61 of 70 | Posted by: Bob and Karen Walker - MI

“I have known Jim since I was in High School (85'). I was glad when he decided to join the Sheriff's Office Reserves. He took it very seriously and...Read More » ”
62 of 70 | Posted by: Lt. Dan Jewell - St. Joseph, MI

“Baks in the 60's jim, Steve Zabin, Jay Greiser, and my self shared many great times, from the car's we had to the fun times at school. Jim had aheart...Read More » ”
63 of 70 | Posted by: Terry Blythe - Baroda, MI

“Jim was always there with a smile and a joke. My thoughts are with your family. ”
64 of 70 | Posted by: John Jedlicka - Friend

“Betty - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. ”
65 of 70 | Posted by: Janelle Totzke - Marietta, GA

“He will be missed by a lot of ppl!! Jim gave the best advise and great hugs he knew when a person was down!! I will miss him being a deputy with us!! ”
66 of 70 | Posted by: Jennifer Venno - St Joseph , MI

“We feel fortunate to have known Jim for so many years and yet so sorry that we can't have more. A kind, good, honest man that we could all love and...Read More » ”
67 of 70 | Posted by: Bill and Sandy Sullivan - MI

“Our deepest sympathy to Jims family. A life long friend who wil be dearly wished. Bill & Pat Husek ”
68 of 70 | Posted by: BILL HUSEK - ST. JOSEPH, MI

“You are in my thoughts and prayers! We love you all!! ”
69 of 70 | Posted by: Brooke Swanson - St. Joseph, MI

“May the memories of your loved one and those special times you shared together be of comfort in the days ahead. With Depest Sympathy, Cathy Strunk ”
70 of 70 | Posted by: Cathy Strunk - Stevensville, MI