James Ivester Obituary

James just crossed my mind, and I looked him up only to see this. We served together at Ft Carson. I considered him a good friend. We'd always bring stuff for lunch to out do the other one! ( And impress the old ladies ). Miss you Buddy!

James Andrews
Alabama

James, I won't forget all of our running at Fort Jackson and your smile and sense of humor. I remembered how you made me laugh and found you have moved on to the best place ever. I think a little bit of heaven was with you all along anyway. Not many like sincere souls like you and I am glad to have known you.

I'll Tell You About James


1. James was the kind of friend that you often read about but rarely see in living color.
2. He was exceptionally smart and had an insatiable appetite for learning. He read an article once about electrolysis and the construction of a cathode to clean away rust. As I recall, with the process came some risk of explosion but within a couple of hours, he had my tools in an all-day day-spa and they came out the other end rust free……. and surprisingly supple.

3. James was the kind of guy that would make someone look smart even as he explained to them how to open Outlook. He tolerated me even though I don't know how predictive text works.

4. James was an excellent cook and had studied the Culinary Arts. He could take seemingly opposites and make them attract. I'm a fair cook but always played ignorant if James was in the house.

? As a side note, he had never tried orange Mountain Dew until I introduced it to him and shortly thereafter, it became a permanent addition to his 4 food groups.

5. I loved the fact that James came to love Schnauzers as much as I do, and that within 15 months he could even spell the word. I hate the fact that Max has been looking for James for over a week now and I see no end in sight.

6. James possessed other talents as well including photography. He probably could have pursued that path and been quite successful. Even some of his I-Phone pictures were masterpieces….on the other hand, He did take 150 pictures of Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park in 2010. It's interesting but …I'm just saying.

7. James possessed scientific evidence that given 2 people, 2 air mattresses and 2 ends of a swimming pool it is possible to generate a wave large enough to significantly empty the pool and cause justified concern from neighbors not possessing flood insurance.

8. He was the kind of person that would wholly endorse doing 120 mph in his Moms car…. I thought we pulled that one off until the GPS record blew our cover.

9. He had a temper but rarely showed it outside of home and he never carried it to work. Occasionally a cork would blow and there would be an exchange of F-Bombs but this was random, usually short and most often occurred when he was loading the dishwasher for the 3rd time in a row. I'm not certain whether or not James appreciated it but his brother Matt and I got a kick out of it when I told him that I hoped he got dishpan hands.

10. James would not tolerate mixing colors with whites. In hind-site, I think he must have been doing his teeth with his socks.

11. He treated people as any one of us would want to be treated and he didn't always agree but he kept his end of the bargain, even if others did not.

12. During the Halloween costume contest in 2010, he wasn't wearing anything under his monks outfit.

13. James was into wine making which can be a bit laborious at times. He would spend weeks painstakingly preparing a new vinification and then he'd give it all away.

14. He worked long hours, he worked weekends, and he worked for people late at night that were in different time zones. It was rare for him to leave something broken unrepaired.

15. He was quick to volunteer his help and I never know of him telling someone no, even when that meant sacrificing his own personal time. I know there are many here now who have benefited from James “Pro Bono Geek Squad” moonlighting.

? Incidentally, I'm supervising those accounts now and our rates are changing.

16. James was honest to a fault; he did the right thing to the best of his ability and he let his conscious be his guide. He was also known to consume more chocolate than what he actually provided when Brent had an office in receiving.

17. James made friends easily because he himself was so easy to like and he did not participate in rumors. He didn't seek recognition but his self-esteem could be easily wounded by others, whether or not there was malice of intent.

18. He had the unique ability to brighten your day without ever speaking a word and he always helped others find the pot of gold at the end of their rainbows.

19. I completely loved James but I didn't completely understand him. What I do know is this:

a. He was loved and he made an impression on people
b. He was a friend-the kind you really miss when they're not around
c. He believed in the best in people

? And loving someone risks loss and sadness as Gods gifts are only on loan.
? James was representative of the best in people and just knowing him made the world a better place for me.

Very sorry to hear about his death. We had not spoken since summer of 2003. Condolences to his family, partner, and friends.

Our thoughts are with family and friends

I am so lucky to have met you, James. I will never forget you, your smile or your awesome personality. Thank you for everything. I love you.

James, I've heard so many stories about you from Brent, including "soup Tuesday." They just make me laugh. Every time I saw your face, you were always smiling. Keep smiling, and thank you for touching those around you. It is obvious that you are very loved. May Dave and your family find peace during this difficult time.

James, You are missed! I will miss your wit, your sarcasm, our battle-of-wits we had many times at work. It was a pleasure knowing you, and a pleasure being your friend. You will not be forgotten......

Deepest sympathy to James' family and friends. Rest in peace dear James.

A wonderful person with a great sense of humor,James will be forever missed!

My heart and prayers go out to everyone who knew and loved James. He was so giving, caring and always had a smile. We miss you James!

I have very fond memories of you from Belgium. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace, James.

My thoughts and prayers go out to James' family and friends. I have many memories of James and the silly things the four of us did as children in Germany.

very sad.. Another Spartan has fallen. Nice guy--remember having some classes with him in Jr. High.

Sending my thoughts to James' friends and family at this time. May he be at peace.

James, a dear, sweet man, heart nephew to me and always in my heart~Auntie Grace

Sharon,
So sorry for the loss of your son.
Mike Burkett Agency of American Family Insurance. Mike, Cheryl & Janice

James, rest in peace and you will be missed by your many friends that had an opportunity to know and work with you. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Though James was older than I. He always had kind words and a bag full of laughter. Sad to see another sparten fall. But we shall see him in the after life. RIP James. You are already missed.

I love you James-- a beautiful soul & heart!

My prayers for James family.....had alot of good times with James in Belgium. Always smiling and laughing. Rest in piece brother.

Rest in peace my friend.

Good times and good memories in Belgium. You were a star to me and my daughters. Fair winds and calm seas James.

We will miss you James.

Your family in Indiana will missyou terribly, James. May you rest in peace and we love you so much

James was a wonderful person, he was always so helpful whenever I had IT problems. I think he was one of those people who made your day better just by coming in contact with him.

I will always remember James' infectious smile and wry sense of humor and he will be sadly missed. Rest in peace James.

Many prayers for family & friends.may you all be embraced with the love & warmth of our heavenly father at this time. May James now be at peace & comforted by the loved ones he now joins in heaven

The world is now missing a wonderful person. Will always remember Ft. Jackson and the good times we shared. I am in shock. You will be missed! We love you!

Our prayers are with James' family, friends and all who loved him. As cousins we didn't see each other often but we knew he was one of the best! Since he was a little boy he always had that beautiful smile!

Rest in Peace James.......my heart and prayers go out to your family.

Remembering childhood memories in Indiana. May you rest in peace.

James always had a way of making me smile around him. I haven't seen James in years but still think fondly of his memories. Peace be with the family.

James brought light into the lives of those he met. I know this is true for me. He was a good friend and a great prom date! Hoping you find love, comfort and peace in your wonderful memories of James.

James had a contagious smile and I always loved to be around him even on his cranky days... I love you my friend xoxo

I will always remember your beautiful eyes and smile. Rest in peace.

I will always remember the great laughs good friend. Belgium was a blast and you were a big part of those unforgettable memories.

I meet James in Belgium, we were part of the same Crew that party until the Bars closed. We both had a love for cooking that we spend every weekend cooking for the Crew. Whether it was BBQ Turkey or grilled Zebra we cooked it.

He was truly a great Friend, a selfless individual who put everyone first. He never knew how to say NO when there was a friend in need.

I am very grateful to have met him and will treasure our friendship forever.

James, Thanx for all the times you listened to my problems, and I will always remember the Great times cooking we had. The beers we drank and the Lemon-cello we made and drank!

You were a GREAT Friend, I will miss you!

You will be incredibly missed, but never forgotten. Love you, James!

Rip brother...great times and many memories from Belgium

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

my thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.