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Monday, September 15, 2008 2:05 AM MDT

DOUGLAS -- A celebration of life for James William "Jim" Adams, 53, will be held at a later date.

He died Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008 at Memorial Hospital of Converse County in Douglas.

Jim, who had tired of reading obituaries noting other's courageous battles with this or that disease, wanted it known that he lost his battle. It was primarily as a result of being stubborn and not following doctor's orders or maybe for just living life a little too hard for better than five decades.

He was born June 8, 1955 in Garrison, N.D. the son of James William and Ruby Helen (Clark) Adams.

He was sadly deprived of his final wish, which was to be run over by a beer truck on the way to the liquor store to buy booze for a date. True to his personal style, he spent his final hours joking with medical personnel, cussing and begging for narcotics and bargaining with God to look over his loving dog, Biscuit, and his family.

He would like to thank all "his ladies" for putting up with him the last 30 years.

During his life, he excelled at anything he put his mind to. He loved to hear and tell jokes and spin tales of grand adventures he may or may not have had.

He is survived by five sons, Jeremiah Adams and his wife, Nicole, Mica Olivas, Wade Olivas, Brice Simpson and Cole Adams; sister, Jerri Giegerich; two ex-wives, Vickie Harrison and Marilyn Williams; four grandchildren; two nieces; and two great-nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother-in-law.

In lieu of flowers, he asks that you make a sizeable purchase at your favorite watering hole, get rip roaring drunk and tell the stories he no longer can.

Gorman Funeral Homes - Converse Chapel of Douglas is in charge of the arrangements.


Richard Edward Dehler		George William Wisdom

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confused.brit wrote on Sep 15, 2008 3:05 PM:

" Nice to see the deceased's sense of humour remained after his death. I'm drinking one to you right now Sir. "

jpn.ind wrote on Sep 15, 2008 3:24 PM:

" amen "

RidEmLikeYouStoleEm wrote on Sep 15, 2008 4:55 PM:

" Oh my God, didn't I know this man?? I have known some similar....This is the best and most entertaining obit I have ever read. My friend from Caspter forwarded it to me in MT. I have since forwarded it to several friends in other states.

My condolences to thefamily, and even though I never had the pleasure of knowing Jim, my thanks to the author for the "from the gut" laughs this provided. We should all have this sense of humor. Furthermore, I vow to get to that watering hole to make my donation and tell some lies.

Cheers, Jim, Biscuit and Family

DKA in Bozeman MT "

Larry Anderson wrote on Sep 15, 2008 5:11 PM:

" When I pass, I am going to have my wife use this. Can't sue the dead for plagiarism "

Nevada wrote on Sep 15, 2008 6:30 PM:

" Cheers Jim! I'm slammin a few to you. we will see ya down the road Bro.! "

Jason wrote on Sep 15, 2008 8:16 PM:

" Cheers Jim, I'm pouring a 40 on the curb for ya right now. "

David Darlington wrote on Sep 15, 2008 9:38 PM:

" Good-bye Jim. I'll have that beer. Take care Jerri. Till we meet again. "

Trish wrote on Sep 16, 2008 6:45 AM:

" My husband reads obits., (of people he doesn't know). I find it "odd", at the least, mildly strange. However, when he brought me this one with a smile on his face and said read this one!! I was curious. It brought back memories of a friend who had a "catered wake for her DOG". I might add that it was very well attended, around 75 dogs and their human companions!!! When someone said they were sorry for her loss. She piped up and said, "honey I didn't loose him, I know exactly where he is, and pointed to the table" where his ashes were placed. "

Donna in MO wrote on Sep 16, 2008 7:14 AM:

" It's refreshing to hear somebody that isn't whining to God to do something. Here's to ya Jim!
Donna "

drkoro wrote on Sep 16, 2008 9:58 AM:

" there was a man who had both feet solidly on the floor even while flat on his back! "

Maggie wrote on Sep 16, 2008 3:33 PM:

" I'm proud to say Jim was my friend. I remember a "grand adventure" we shared; we were on a poker run. Jim's bike broke down about 10 miles South of Glendo with a battery problem. I'm not sure if he thought my Harley couldn't pull his Harley or if he figured I just wasn't up to the challenge, but we tied the two together and I "towed" him into town. --- He will be missed. "

eschell wrote on Sep 17, 2008 11:43 AM:

" I'm not a beer drinker but I sure enjoyed a good laugh. I'll tip back a tart lemonade in Jim's honor.Condolences to the family who will surely miss this colorful character! "

Christine wrote on Sep 17, 2008 12:52 PM:

" Cheers to you from Minnesota "

Jen wrote on Sep 17, 2008 1:12 PM:

" Now there is an honest and true obituary!!!! Wish I knew this man, he sounds like the kind of person we all need in our life!!! Sorry that he is not here anymore, but this was a great tribute to him! "

Maggie wrote on Sep 17, 2008 3:00 PM:

" It's sad when one is deprived of their final wish!! But... look at it this way... there's neverending beer where you're at now (hopefully)!!! Cheers to ya from Laramie, Jim. "

ALC wrote on Sep 17, 2008 3:19 PM:

" Amazing! That's the way to go...out with a bang! Not like we have a choice of when, might as well, leave 'em laughing and wanting more. "

Jenny wrote on Sep 17, 2008 6:18 PM:

" Cheers from NYC, Jim. "

Steve wrote on Sep 17, 2008 10:44 PM:

" Im drinkin one to ya Jim!! Not enough like you left in the world. "

Mitch wrote on Sep 18, 2008 7:47 AM:

" Cheers Jim, from SLC, UT "

Casper Resident wrote on Sep 18, 2008 8:28 AM:

" Now there's a true Wyomingite. Cheers Jim from Casper. "

jug wrote on Sep 18, 2008 9:58 PM:

" Bottom's Up !! "

shaun wrote on Sep 18, 2008 10:01 PM:

" just want to say sounds like you had the best life ever having a beer for you jim im sure your in good hands rest peacefully and god bless you (biscuit) and your family love you Jim dont no you but your a good man. rest in peace "

Darrell wrote on Sep 19, 2008 8:13 AM:

" A truly honest man.
I wish you had been our president these last eight years. "

wyoming77 wrote on Sep 19, 2008 4:49 PM:

" My condolences to the family of a man that obviously had a great sense of humor. It was great to read an obit with humor. Cheers my friend. "

Tracey wrote on Sep 19, 2008 5:37 PM:

" What an amazing person to leave this obituary. I will drink one tonight for you. My condolences to his family who have lost such a good soul. "

spoon wrote on Sep 21, 2008 3:56 PM:

" There goes the last honest man... "

randy wrote on Sep 22, 2008 1:44 PM:

" Life is not a journey to the grave
With the intention of
Arriving safely in a pretty
And well preserved body,
But rather to skid in broadside,
Thoroughly used up,
Totally worn out,
And loudly proclaiming,

WOW !!!! What a ride! "

Led wrote on Sep 22, 2008 3:58 PM:

" To Jim, who even in death made a random faraway Dutch guy smile ! "

Jim in Dallas wrote on Sep 22, 2008 4:02 PM:

" From one Jim to another: "see you at the big bar in the sky"! "

toekneetech wrote on Sep 22, 2008 4:05 PM:

" Cheers from your state of Birth! "

Elana wrote on Sep 22, 2008 4:14 PM:

" Cheers Jim! Here's to you from Austin, Texas! "

Greg wrote on Sep 22, 2008 4:18 PM:

" Jim:

Sorry to hear of your demise, especially considering that you had all of the right priorities. Is there a fund for Biscuit?

I am heading out right now to my favorite watering hole and we will all have a drink in your memory. "

Goethe Helen Hunt wrote on Sep 22, 2008 4:26 PM:

" This is racing through the internet with the speed of light (beer). I think this man made a few friends with his passing. "

Kerley wrote on Sep 22, 2008 4:45 PM:

" Having one here in Asheville for you Jim. Cheers! "

Uisgea wrote on Sep 22, 2008 5:09 PM:

" Cheers, Jim, from Indiana! "

Wendy in Ohio wrote on Sep 22, 2008 5:31 PM:

" I didn't know Jim but I think he sounds like the kind of guy that would've been a real treat to know.

Will toast you with a glass of wine tonight, Jim! "

JimAdams wrote on Sep 22, 2008 5:44 PM:

" Who said there ain't no beer up here?! "

dan wrote on Sep 22, 2008 5:54 PM:

" Cheers Jim! "

Clockout wrote on Sep 22, 2008 6:03 PM:

" I am drinking a cold one right now, mine as well dedicate it Jimbo "

Misty wrote on Sep 22, 2008 6:04 PM:

" This guy sounds like he would have been awesome to know!!

Cheers to you Jim! "

Rich wrote on Sep 22, 2008 6:07 PM:

" "My candle burns at both its ends,
it shall not last the night.
But, ah my foes, and oh my friends
it gives off such a light."

May your memory shine on, my friend "

Chris wrote on Sep 22, 2008 6:19 PM:

" Cheers from Wisconsin! "

blademaker wrote on Sep 22, 2008 6:29 PM:

" Didn't know you, but drinking to you.

Cheers "

Jen wrote on Sep 22, 2008 7:12 PM:

" Cheers to you my friend. I wish I could have met you, you sound like a hell of a man. "

Zan wrote on Sep 22, 2008 7:12 PM:

" Cheers, Jim. I hope I can meet you in another life. "

Jim Richards wrote on Sep 22, 2008 7:26 PM:

" I'm very sorry I never got to meet Jim, sound's like a great guy. I'm having a Vodka and Tonic right now for ya Jim, God Bless from Indidna "

ren wrote on Sep 22, 2008 7:29 PM:

" A drink in your honor, sir. "

Rachel wrote on Sep 22, 2008 7:51 PM:

" Cheers from Boston! "

Kellie of Wasilla AK wrote on Sep 22, 2008 7:51 PM:

" Jim, Congratulations. You made it to a headline on FARK.com ! I am going to the store to buy some Alaskan Amber and I'll be drinking to you with my husband and making wild love in your honor! "

WTP wrote on Sep 22, 2008 8:02 PM:

" Sounds like he knew, you can't spell funeral without FUN "

Kevin wrote on Sep 22, 2008 10:05 PM:

" Cheers, Jim, from Sheridan. I'll look you up when I make it to that big saloon in the sky. "

Melissa Lane wrote on Sep 22, 2008 10:09 PM:

" I'll knock one back for you Jim. God bless

Melissa "

Jim from Seattle. wrote on Sep 22, 2008 10:36 PM:

" Tonights old guy (I'm 45 and the others are in the same range) skate session with PBR tallboys was dedicated to Mr. Adams, who it was our great misfortune never to have met.

Keep the rubber side down wherever you are! "

Dickismyname wrote on Sep 22, 2008 11:15 PM:

" For a man who betrothed vanity to his demise, I'm drinking on wednesday.

May Biscuit and family be blessed. "

Mrs. Dex wrote on Sep 23, 2008 4:49 AM:

" Drinking to you in North Carolina. You will be missed, no doubt. "

Johnny wrote on Sep 23, 2008 5:06 AM:

" God Speed. I feel like your are my twin brother even though we never met. The world is a better place for your having been in it! "

Chattanooga TN wrote on Sep 23, 2008 5:40 AM:

" Cheers from Chattanooga! "

Detroit.Reader wrote on Sep 23, 2008 6:26 AM:

" Any question I've ever had about the state of Wyoming has now been answered..........my assumptions where all right. WTF is going on in that state? "

Cam wrote on Sep 23, 2008 6:45 AM:

" Cheers from Texas.
He was honest to the end. "

Michael I. wrote on Sep 23, 2008 6:54 AM:

" My first job as a programmer it was drilled into us to document our code as you never know if "you might get hit by a beer truck on the way home". Our software was a route accounting package for the beverage industry.

I'll throw back a few for ya after work tonight!!

Cheers! "

Chris wrote on Sep 23, 2008 7:05 AM:

" A long "Cheers" and a long draft from China. "

Matthew wrote on Sep 23, 2008 8:46 AM:

" Jim's obit brought a tear to my eye, but also a lasting smile to my face.

My heart goes out to Jim's loved ones and I'll take this day just a little more slowly in his honor. Jim's memory deserves an easy motorcycle ride to a nearby watering hole for memorial drink.

God bless... And bottoms up from Louisville, KY "

Tom wrote on Sep 23, 2008 11:30 AM:

" Cheers from RI, this one's for you, Jim, wherever you are now. Sorry you couldn't see to your final wish, but it seems you did get the last laugh! "

Scotty wrote on Sep 23, 2008 12:54 PM:

" A Gentleman though never met, was sorely missed.

I look forward to a dram of The Bowmore in your name when I return to land.

Cheers from the high seas! "

Rob wrote on Sep 23, 2008 1:03 PM:

" Cheers buddy! "

Larry wrote on Sep 23, 2008 5:28 PM:

" Jimmy, I love you bro. I'll see ya on the otherside. You will forever in my memories good times and bad, thick and thin. Rest In Pease brother........
Larry "

Rusty wrote on Sep 23, 2008 7:39 PM:

" What an awesome man. The world needs more people like him. Rest In Peace buddy!! "

Carol wrote on Sep 23, 2008 7:40 PM:

" I do the obits for our local paper. This is a refreshing change - if only everyone else was so honest and funny!! I'm only sorry I never met him... "

CC wrote on Sep 23, 2008 7:55 PM:

" You are awesome Jim! I will drink one to you with a smile. :) "

Jeff wrote on Sep 24, 2008 1:23 AM:

" Jim, a big tall cold one is being drank in your honor, may we meet at the great watering hole in the sky mate.

god bless from South Carolina "

JJ wrote on Sep 24, 2008 5:56 AM:

" What a looser all you people are; he's dead and gone and most of you did not even know him, Oh please, get a life. "

Andy wrote on Sep 24, 2008 7:16 AM:

" Cheers Jim. Never met you (I don't think) but I miss you!
Andy, Athens. Greece. "

Jodie wrote on Sep 24, 2008 7:16 AM:

" What an awesome tribute. I hope my obit reads like Jim's...putting a smile on peoples faces...even in death. Here's to ya Jim, and to Biscuit...and a family that's obviously been greatly blessed by you!!! "

Brigitte wrote on Sep 24, 2008 7:37 AM:

" It's not how long you lived..it's where you end up in eternity that counts. "

drew wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:05 AM:

" people dont realize how cool drunk bikers are till they die. its a cruel world.. "

a lady wrote on Sep 24, 2008 9:54 AM:

" Cheers from San Diego! Go well. "

Nita wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:00 AM:

" I'am really glad your not in pain anymore Jim and I don't know if there is any Beer up there, but I know there is wine...this glass is for you. I bet you were a handfull Jim. Richmond,Tx "

Mark Hayden wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:03 AM:

" It's no wonder that Geo. W. Shrub always carried this state. After all, drinking yourself to death seems to be a statewide wish.

Yes, this man should be admired, leaving behind three wives and numerous children as well as being a drain on the limited medical resources of his town because of selfish choices he made.

Oh, yeah, and he was a liar, too.

And this was the best they could say about him.

Sad. "

Trezhamayn wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:05 AM:

" Thank God I was able to come across this wonderful summary of an obviously life well-lived. Here's to talkin sh1t, getting smashed, and giving the ladies hell. To quote the Simpsons, "You were too beautiful for this world." "

mwblack wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:44 AM:

" My son in Minnesota sent me this to Arizona. What a great reminder to enjoy your life full tilt boogie. As the cajuns say, "Les Le Bonne temp rolle." Let the good times roll. "

MWBlack wrote on Sep 24, 2008 10:51 AM:

" Jim would have loved the headstone in the graveyard in Tombstone Arizona, Wyatt Earp era, "Here lie Les Moore, shot with a 44, no les, no more." Congratulations to Jim for a life well lived. "

Jack wrote on Sep 24, 2008 12:28 PM:

" Cheers Jim, sorry to hear your last wish couldn't come true but I will drink one for you down here in S. Carolina. "

Darrel wrote on Sep 24, 2008 1:31 PM:

" One word: "Salute!" "

Cheers and Beers wrote on Sep 24, 2008 2:05 PM:

" Cheers from the Sunshine State! "

JC wrote on Sep 24, 2008 2:13 PM:

" I'll raise one to you, sir. "

Deborah Leigh wrote on Sep 24, 2008 2:58 PM:

" Mark Hayden, the true signs of a Liberal and probably a Democrat, at that, is to relieve yourself on those that have passed, and those that are left behind, as well as jumping to conclusions...all the wrong conclusions. Thankfully there are a multitude of happy people that see the worth in Jim's life, and therefore drown out your pathetic voice.

Cheers Jim! Will drink a round to ya! "

Mike wrote on Sep 24, 2008 3:02 PM:

" As a former Casper resident, I salute you! Your attitude makes me miss Wyoming even more. I'll hoist a few for you, my friend. "

Mick wrote on Sep 24, 2008 7:48 PM:

" Beer and bulldust will be flowing in Australia tonight in honour of Jim. Come to think of it that happens every night, but we will put in a special effort for Jim tonight. "

Beaver wrote on Sep 24, 2008 8:53 PM:

" I wish I would have known Jim. His attitude mirrors mine. Make the best of a bad situation. Tipping one here in Nelsonville, Ohio, for you, my friend! Condolences to his family, and no doubt a raft of friends, you've obviously lost a good one..... No, we've all lost a good one.... "

Frankenchrist wrote on Sep 24, 2008 11:08 PM:

" BEEEEEELCH!

YARG!
Party on Dude! "

Pete wrote on Sep 25, 2008 7:46 AM:

" If he had lived a thousand years ago he would surely have been a Viking. Good life and a better death.

I don't drink a lot but I will have one tonight in Jim's honor. "

woody wrote on Sep 25, 2008 11:05 AM:

" so, let me get this straight, His wife and sister-in-law are both single? "

Tammy wrote on Sep 25, 2008 12:56 PM:

" TO: JJ, "JJ wrote on Sep 24, 2008 5:56 AM: " What a looser all you people are; he's dead and gone and most of you did not even know him, Oh please, get a life. "

It's LOSER, spell it right when you are going to insult people.

I for one think its great he kept his humor until the end. Good for him! "

Rick wrote on Sep 25, 2008 3:22 PM:

" Jim, I never met you but I think I would have liked you. I shall raise one to you myself. "

Dustin wrote on Sep 25, 2008 6:00 PM:

" Here's to you Jim. You make me proud to be a North Dakotan! As the old expression goes, "if you're gonna die, die with your boots on". You definitely had them on and were ready to ride off into the sunset.... "

SoCal wrote on Sep 25, 2008 8:37 PM:

" A tall can in the air for you, Jim. Keep an open seat next to you in the afterlife bar, I'll come join you for a few and we can shoot the sh*t for eternity. "

ron wrote on Sep 25, 2008 10:02 PM:

" I bet he was buried standing up. "

Capt Fred in Waco Texas wrote on Sep 25, 2008 10:04 PM:

" A drinker of beer, I am not.
A drinker of Jagermeister, I am.
A toast in Honor of Mr. Jim,
A shot of Jager, just for him.

The world needs more people like Jim Adams. Not to have fun with, but to teach us all how to live and enjoy our lives. Even when the most terrible of things are happening, there is always something worthwhile to be thankful for, and the "Jim Adams" in the world are the ones that can show us. I salute you Jim and thank you, even though I never met you! "

Sez wrote on Sep 26, 2008 12:37 AM:

" Never knew you but love your humour, will tip one for you tonight
Sez, over the Big Pond in England "

JT wrote on Sep 26, 2008 5:44 AM:

" I happen to agree with JJ, spelling error or no. All of these salutations and tributes are meaningless. "

bmv0331 wrote on Sep 26, 2008 7:09 AM:

" JJ-I have to ask - did you know the deceased??? If not, then you are in the same category of [sic] "looser's" that the rest of us are! Please, go to college.......

To Jim!!!!

I will visit your new watering hole in the sky when I get there!!! Cheers from Gso, North Carolina!!! "

Nicole Adams wrote on Sep 26, 2008 10:17 AM:

" My husband wrote this obituary about his father. We wanted to stay true to him and true we did stay. Thank you to everyone for the wonderful comments. Dad is laughing his butt off up there, I'm sure of it. And, no, there isn't a fund for Buscuit, but thank you. "

BJC wrote on Sep 26, 2008 10:22 AM:

" What a shock when my son IM'd me that he heard about this on the radio. I knew 'Jimbo' when we were kids. Though as I recall he did not like to be called Jimbo back then. Jerri, if you are reading this, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family from Lusk WY. "

Cindy wrote on Sep 26, 2008 10:25 AM:

" We will toast Jim from Kansas tonight. God bless your family. "

The Bear wrote on Sep 26, 2008 12:06 PM:

" There lies in Wyoming a free man. I'll throw up a toast to you this day, Jim. God Bless your family and Biscuit from Oxnard/Ventura, CA "

BJC wrote on Sep 26, 2008 1:13 PM:

" It seems our condolences should be NOT for Jim but for his family, who have had to put up with him. Bet his folks were rolling in their graves for the life he led. "

Rip Snortin Ready to Rock wrote on Sep 26, 2008 2:10 PM:

" JJ, JT and Mark Hayden:

See the comment posted by Nicole Adams, daughter-in-law of the late and nowfamous James Younger - I mean Adams. You three ( JJ, JT and Hayden) are not their kind of people. Thank God the majority of us are. You guys are just jealous because you couldn't think of doing something this witty!! HAAAA!

How is the Biscuit dog??? We love him too. "

js wrote on Sep 26, 2008 2:25 PM:

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Oh my, what a tribute to him. Here's to you Jim. Hope you are enjoying a beer up there with my sister. "

Katy wrote on Sep 26, 2008 5:35 PM:

" I'm not sure anyone actually read this obituary. He was clearly NOT loved or revered by his family--they sound angry and I think they probably deserved to be. He sounded like a selfish jerk. "

monsterface wrote on Sep 26, 2008 6:24 PM:

" This PBR is for my main man JIM! "

Rob wrote on Sep 26, 2008 6:52 PM:

" This is fabulous! It's an honor to drink one...or two ;) for such a stand-up guy with a positive perspective on life and death during his last hours....even amplifies it more! Here's to you Jim!

Cheers,
Rob "

Christine wrote on Sep 26, 2008 10:01 PM:

" Where is the link to the actual obituary column? "

Bill Clinton wrote on Sep 26, 2008 10:44 PM:

" Katy...Exactly seven posts up from yours Jim's daughter in law posted, "Thank you to everyone for the wonderful comments. Dad is laughing his butt off up there, I'm sure of it." Doesn't sound too angry to me.

As for Jim, I shall quaff a stein from Washington State tonight in your honor. God bless your family and may you RIP. "

Brice Simpson wrote on Sep 26, 2008 11:44 PM:

" My father, whom you all are speaking about would not want to be remembered any other way, thanks for the best wishes and the cheerful condolences.

and screw you katy. "

Maggie wrote on Sep 27, 2008 11:02 AM:

" to Katy; did YOU actually read the obituary? I think YOU sound like a selfish jerk. "

Jeanne from Billings Mt. wrote on Sep 27, 2008 2:43 PM:

" I am sending this to my sisters and children and I want my obit to be similar to Jim's in context.
I want to live as much as I can before it's my time, like Jim.
Condolences!! "

Alex wrote on Sep 27, 2008 7:48 PM:

" I'll drink to you tonight good sir! "

cole adams his youngest son wrote on Sep 28, 2008 1:11 AM:

" those of you who have praised my father it is very much appreciated and there is no way possible if you meet the man or better yet the legend you would have... for those of you who thought yourself so cunning to discrace my fathers name and my familys you are nothing more than the scum of the earth and you have an open invite to come to douglas and say that and make it out in one peice or to say it to one of us five boys who would surely send you to meet him and see what he would have to say because the way he raised us was to thump your head.... once again thank you to all who have toasted my father... see you on the others side dad "

Sharon from ND wrote on Sep 28, 2008 12:53 PM:

" This so sad to read . This "man" lost out on what the Heavenly Father means for all of to have , Eternal Life with the Trinity--Father Son and Holy Spirit. He has eternal life of suffering.Please learn from this. "

andy wrote on Sep 28, 2008 8:42 PM:

" in heaven there is no beer thats why we drink it here, and when we are gone from here all our friends will be drinking all the beer "

Tremel wrote on Sep 29, 2008 10:17 AM:

" Here's one to you Jim form Cornwall across the Pond. "

Shecky Merman wrote on Sep 29, 2008 11:30 AM:

" That's the cheer of the year, now... everybody raise a glass and holler "HERE'S TO JIM!"

I'm having a comedy funeral where my casket shows up 10 minutes late and at least one of my kids is going to set off a "Bag O' Laughs" during the eulogy.

Live fully! "

Arnie Sacknussem wrote on Sep 29, 2008 11:35 AM:

" Hey, Andy, my old band used to sing it " in heaven there is no beer thats why we drink it here, and where we're goin' from here, we'll STILL be drinkin' lotsa beer!" Hey, Martin Luther reformed the Church and he drank a few homebrews every day! He also played the guitar, so hey, Sharon, maybe Jim went up and he's talking it over with the Lord right now... salvation's free, right? "

Christine wrote on Sep 29, 2008 1:48 PM:

" Cheers to you Jim.
May God bless you and your family and of course Biscuit. "

injn49 wrote on Sep 29, 2008 9:26 PM:

" cheers to you,whom i never met but surely knew... "

Mark wrote on Sep 30, 2008 2:18 AM:

" God bless you Jim (I know he will). I've read this several times and it always perks me up. Thanks for the memory, and I only wish we could have shared more of them. Here's a drink to you from Indiana! "

Jeff M. wrote on Sep 30, 2008 7:58 AM:

" Here's to you Jim, a friend I never met but who will now live on in a little bit of my memory too. You will be toasted at tonight's Poker game as a MAN writ large.....

Also, any of you haters want to come on down to Rockville, MD and smear this MAN, I will personally exhibit my displeasure with you in a physical manner.....

I am glad to read Jim had five sons, here's to you guys as well...... "

Git Em Cole wrote on Sep 30, 2008 8:16 AM:

" Mark Hayden sounds like a cry baby and a bully. Cole, you should start with him, except he is probably far too afraid to come face to face with you and repeat his trash. "

Nicole Adams-daughter in law wrote on Sep 30, 2008 12:36 PM:

" Ok. I appreciate all of the well wishes from everyone, but this is getting a little out of hand. It is great to hear from everyone, but all the negative stuff towards each other should be kept to a minimum, please. "

Sean wrote on Sep 30, 2008 10:18 PM:

" Born and raised in good ol' Wyoming and spent many a day in Douglas. Now I reside in Alaska, but I have to say that there are no better folks than the ones back home. Only there can you go out with that kind of style. My glass is raised to you Jim and my condolences to your family, I know a man with that kind vigor will be sorely missed. "

Rick D. wrote on Oct 1, 2008 4:51 PM:

" R.I.P. BROTHER
You were my friend & Brother. I regret we didn,t get to see each other before you passed. I am glad I got to talk to you on the phone when you first got sick. I,ll always remember the poker run we went on back in 86.
Later Bro.............Rick Diesing "

Linda F wrote on Oct 2, 2008 8:04 AM:

" I put a blog in yesterday telling everyone that Jim was my best friend for 26 years and that he has five of the most respectable boys you will ever meet. Thank you everyone for the recoginition that he deserves. R.I.P. James I will always love you Linda "

Linda F wrote on Oct 2, 2008 8:54 AM:

" James W. Adams was one of my dearest and most long time friend. His 5 boys are 5 of the most respestable young men you will ever meet. Take care of Biscuit ,Cole. I promised your father she would be buried by him. R. I. P. Jim I will love you forever. Linda "

Wyoming wrote on Oct 2, 2008 9:38 AM:

" I heard the song "Chicken Fry" on my way home from work last night and thought of Jim. It starts out "A little bit of chicken fry, a cold beer on a Friday night.... I'm glad Jim lived his life his way. I'd like to think the majority of Wyoming people don't "drink" themselves to death. But we do love and live life to the fullest, however we chose to live it. I believe this is because we are so close to God in Big Sky Country. We know he his near when he brushes our cheek with the breeze or when we see the mountains blush pink each night as he gives them a goodnight kiss. I'm proud to be from Wyoming and proud to call Jim a "friend" even though I never met him, I think we would have been able to tell each other some real whoppers! "

Jody p wrote on Oct 2, 2008 2:47 PM:

" Jim, I wish I had known you. You made me laugh so hard.. Bless your heart that is how I wanna go out. With everyone laughing saying"Oh My God that Jody was a nut".. What a legacy you left for your family, friends, and to me someone you didn't even know existed....I think i will go drink a wine cooler my friend and toast you...Cheers... "

Katy wrote on Oct 3, 2008 9:41 AM:

" I just wanted to say that in my earlier post I never meant to cause the family any additional sorrow or bad feelings. I possibly read more into the obituary than was there. I have seen other situations that glamorized as "fun-loving", people who didn't live up to their obligations to their kids. I know how hurtful that can be. My prayers are with you. "

Nicole Adams-daughter in law wrote on Oct 5, 2008 10:12 PM:

" Since we have had such a great response from everyone, we thought we would ask a favor. Dad's funeral expenses have yet to be paid. In living such a "full life", dad didn't leave any means by which to cover his expenses. He did, however, leave an almost new electric wheelchair called a JAZZY. This thing really books! We know it was really expensive and dad only had it a couple of months. Does anyone know of someone who might be in need of one? Any leads would be so helpful. Again, thank you for all of your support! "

Jody wrote on Oct 6, 2008 2:40 AM:

" A quote comes to mind

"here's to ya and from ya
and to ya again
If you ever get to it to do it
and don't do it
may you never get to it
to do it again"

I think I'll have to quaff a pint in Jim's honour.

Well met. "

Rob J wrote on Oct 7, 2008 3:30 PM:

" Is there a fund to donate t help pay funeral expenses? "

FedUp wrote on Oct 8, 2008 2:26 PM:

" I read the obit with a smile on my lips and a tear in my eye. To the family; there is not a doubt in my mind this mans kids loved and respected their Dad (anyone can father a child) with every ounce of their being.
To those who were not so cordial, I do not know this man or his family, but, I will gladly stand next to this mans kids and defend his honor, there is not a living being lower than one that would attempt to insult a man passed.

Jim, heres to you sir, rest well, and from the looks of this list, you had better save some seats at your table. Cheers from Casper. "

Linda F. wrote on Oct 12, 2008 4:38 PM:

" if anyone wants to help pay Jim's final expenses, Gorman funeral home here in Douglas wyoming is handeling the bill...thanks to everyone...I think of Jim all the time and I miss him soooo much. Lindah83ga "

conor wrote on Oct 19, 2008 2:04 PM:

" thank you, jack daniells, old number 7 this tennesee whiskeys got jim drinkin in heaven "

T Bone wrote on Oct 22, 2008 8:45 AM:

" You went out on your terms Jim. Congrats............... "

bartender lady wrote on Oct 27, 2008 1:19 PM:

" i can't believe some of you selfish, uncaring, self righteous jerks. i hope you realize, you will have to go to the pearly gates some day, and i hope you get judged just like you have judged jim.
being one of his bartenders, you have no idea what a wonderful man he really was. i am thankful to know him, and i hope to have the strength he did knowing about his ending life. "

Biker wrote on Mar 23, 2009 8:49 AM:

" I hope some of the younger folks out there don't over romanticize this obit and decide they would like to live like Jim. They might not be up to the challenge. I am 54, live hard, ride a Harley and have been told by the doctors that I will die with a heart attack soon. So I have a lot in common with Jim. I don't mind dying as I am pretty tired. Of course I can't speak for Jim, but he probably was too. Great obit. "

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