James R. Pelham
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Funeral services for James R. “Jimmy” Pelham, 65, Lawrence, Kansas will be 4 p.m. Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at Lawrence Free Methodist Church, Lawrence. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery, Lawrence. He died on Friday, April 09, 2010 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
He was born on May 5, 1944 in Brownwood, Texas, the son of James Henry and Nancy M. (Baker) Pelham.
He was the owner of Pelham Construction beginning in 1970 until he retired in 2006.
Mr. Pelham was a breeder and show person of Main Coon Cats and a member of the Cat Fanciers’ Association. He and his wife owned Jayhawkcats Cattery in Lawrence for 19 years.
He attended Free Methodist Church in Lawrence, KS.
Mr. Pelham was married to Connie Lee Fogg on January 31, 1964 in Wichita, Kansas. She survives of the home.
Other survivors include one daughter, Sabra Deniese Pelham, Smyrna Beach, FL; one son, James “Scott” Pelham, Flower Mound, TX; and his mother, Nancy M. Pelham, Milledgeville, GA; four grandchildren, Parker and Auriona East and Sam and Ellie Pelham.
The family will receive friends from 5:30 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 13th at Warren-McElwain Mortuary, Lawrence.
The family suggests memorials in his name to the American Diabetes Association and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
Connie, my heart aches for you so badly. You and Jim brought so much joy and love into the world and I’m forever grateful to you both for the blessings Abby and Ekati add to my family. Please let me know if there’s anything I can help with now and in the days, weeks & months to come, I’m only 15 minutes away.
Connie – I will always remember the first time I met Jim at a cat show and talked to him at length about Maine Coons. It wasn’t long after that that I visited your home and selected Tasha who is still with us 15 years later. Whenever I went to a cat show I always looked for Jim. You both have always been very special to me and I am so sorry to learn of Jim’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Our deepest Sympathy on the death of your husband.
Gudrun and Robert Ohlen
We were sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Condolences to the family.
It was over ten years ago that Sandy I met Jim and Connie at a local cat show in Kansas City. We fell in love with the gentle giants that day… and Jim in his low key manner encouraged us to get our first Maine Coon which turned out to be a red tabby – Jayhawkcats Miss Molly. We take comfort in knowing that Jim has crossed the Rainbow Bridge to be with his many feline loves. Jim will always be remembered fondly as the “cat whisperer”. Our thoughts are with the family.
IT is with a heavy heart that I sign this guest book. One of my fondest memories of Jim was when we were both showing beautiful white cats against each other, many years ago. We cheered each other on, and were excited regardless who won, as long as it was a white. I know he is up there now surrounded by all those lovely white Maine Coons. Connnie my heart is with you at this sad time.
We were sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Condolences to the family.
Connie, I am so sorry. Earl would come home from cat shows and tell me how great Jim and Connie were. He was so right. My sincere condolances and love are sent to you and your family.
It is with sad heart that we hear of your passing over that Rainbow Bridge, Jim.
You are suffering no longer and meeting old friends whether human or feline.
Connie, dear friend, we share your sorrow and send hugs and love your way. Please know our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! And Jim, good friend, we know you are at peace now, across that Rainbow Bridge with your beloved kitties.
Dear Connie and Family,
My deepest condolences for your loss. I enjoyed knowing Jim all these years of showing cats and will miss his smiling face. Know he is at peace now.
Sincerely,
Pat Idleman
Idlemaine Maine Coons
My thoughts and prayers are with you Connie. You and Jim have always been very special people.
Dear Connie and Family,
I’m so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was always such an easy going and steady person to be around while showing our cats. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Connie and Family
We were so saddened to hear about Jim’s passing. He was a friend to us and to so many other exhibitors and we enjoyed seeing him at shows. He will be missed througout the Cat Fancy as well as in our hearts. To Jim – Rest Gently on the other side of the Rainbow Bridge my friend.
Doug & I were so saddened to receive this news. Our hearts and prayers are with Connie & their family during this difficult time.
We will miss Jim; he was a great friend and a pleasure to be around. We enjoyed traveling to cat shows with him; he always had great stories to share we will always remember traveling to Colorado show. When we were new to the cat fancy 6 years ago he was willing to share his experiences with us. He was always willing to help at the cat shows whenever he could.
Connie we will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers.
Connie, Beth and I are so sorry to learn of Jim’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Connie,
We are so saddened by your loss. We always looked forward to the shows where we would see you two and spend some time together… We’ll never forget his sly sense of humor, and we send you our love and prayers.
Lisa & Stan Ferguson
Just an old high school friend remembering many a good time with Jim. So sorry for the loss of a great guy.
Connie – I am so sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
I am very sorry to hear about Jim. My thoughts are with his family and hope that knowing that so many people care will help give them the strength that they need at this time.
I am very sorry to hear about Jim. My thoughts are with his family and hope that knowing that so many people care will help give them the strength that they need at this time.
Connie
I am so sorry to hear about Jim’s death. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Connie
I am so sorry to hear about Jim. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Connie, I was just checking face book at my daughter’s house and I just found out about Jim. I would love to touch base with you again. I still have the same phone number and live in Columbia, SC. I spoke with him a couple of years ago and it doesn’t seem possible. I think he did as well as he did because you took such good care of him. Call me or I will try and get in touch with you.