James Fore Obituary

It's been 10 years and I can still hear his stories of an amazing life and of his faith in God. Jim is missed.

I think of Jim often... he's with God.

Hello, I am sorry to hear that my friend and my dear brother in Christ has passed, he will be deeply missed. I am sure He is with the LORD. He was such a genuine friend. We live across the street from His best friend another pilot and spent hours and hours in the summers sitting listening to two fine Christian Men and Veteran pilots listening to their stories in awe of their wisdom. Not only that but the genuine character and kindness of Mr. Fore and I appreciated His gifted story telling and kindness that he showed my wife and children to tell stories and always have a word of grace to give. I will dearly miss the stories as we loved to listen. He would light up when talking about life, I would personally sit for hours and listen these veteran pilots talk. I am very sorry for your loss. He was and is forever a wonderful man. He is with the LORD indeed and we will meet again. Thank You Mr. "Jim" Fore for the light you have shown upon my life.
Blessings to your family.
Sincerely,


Brother Jim Fore had an Autobiography published in 1996 called, "Tragedy and Triumph: A Pilot's Life Through War and Peace. By Jim "Paladin" Fore.) Jim told me that he would get me a copy at one time. I saw a couple times since at the neighbors and at stags Cpt Jim was dearly loved by myself and my family and he will be deeply missed.


Respectfully,

David Strang

former Paratrooper and friend.



Tragedy & Triumph: A Pilot's Life Through War & Peace. James "Paladin" Fore & Larry Jacks.
This is the story of Captain Jim Fore's career who logged over 37,000 hours spanning 43 years and 3 wars. Jim graduated from military flight school at 18 years of age, was assigned to the Mighty Eighth Air Force in Europe as a B17 pilot. Jim was shot down on his 28th mission and survived Buchenwald as a POW. After a short period flying in the States, Jim made his way to Shanghai and was hired directly by General Chennault, subject to passing a check ride with Capt. Erik Shilling. Later, Jim was recruited by Dutch Brongersma to fly for BIRD AIR in Laos and suffered the discomfort of being shot down a second time up country in 1963. Later, Jim flew out of S. Vietnam & Thailand before heading up various operations in Africa. Jim has retired to Colorado Springs with his beautiful, globe trotting family.

A great American hero. I was blessed not only to sit and hear the stories of his amazing life, but I was able to also sit with him and my son while my son was able to absorb the great history and patriotism that Jim stood for. His fellow WWII heroes are well represented in his legacy. May God bless and comfort his family.

A man of courage, character and love. You have inspired and honored many simply because of your uncommon character and gracious personality. I'm not sure why I have been so affected by your passing but I am thankful for the opportunity to have met and befriended a man of your stature and faith. I enjoy imagining you gliding through the clouds and with a wave of your hand and a short laugh you turn to navigate your next great adventure.
Bill Reed

I will miss u dearly. I miss our talks at stags. You have touched the lives of many. You will be missed by all. Rest in peace my freind

I will miss Mr. Fore. His great stories of his life and his faith in God are an inspiration to me. God bless you, Jim.

I miss seeing Mr. Fore at the coffee shop and sitting and talking with him. He was a great guy. For sure we will all see him again.