Book of Memories for James Lee Istre

Condolence From Debra Clark

Mon, 20 Oct 2014 14:06:16 EDT

I had the pleasure of meeting Jim in New Orleans many years ago - what a kind and wonderful man! He was always so willing to help and would give you the shirt off his back. I also loved his sense of humor! I lost touch with Jim but always thought of him with love. My condolences to the family, and I know Jim is resting in peace.

Condolence From Ray Ruiz

Wed, 10 Sep 2014 19:00:07 EDT

Sorry to hear about Jim. He was my roommate for a while in 1992-94, or thereabouts. Very calm and pleasant person-- easy to live with-- quiet. He was happy with his own company and was very relaxed. May he rest in peace with many blessings.

Story shared: A Flower Comes to Life

Sun, 24 Aug 2014 17:07:53 EDT

While Jim stayed with me in New Orleans after his mom passed, one morning he sat on the steps siipping his coffee and, of course, his cigarette. He enjoyed the bud of a Hibicus become a flower. It took a long time for that to happen; however, Jim enjoyed every second of it as he gave an oral history of what he was witnessing. So was Jim, always enjoying the simple things of life, making other people happy, and not complaining about much. Life for Jim was not about "much"; however, his spiirit about life was alot about "much". His gift of the spirit will always be remembered by me. His spirit will truly be missed and his spirit will forever live. I remember him only with thoughts of love. Don Richard

Condolence From Don Richard

Sun, 24 Aug 2014 15:46:35 EDT

Juanita Kelbaugh, please give me a call at 504-495-9996. I met you years ago as one of Jim's friends in Lafayette, he stayed with me in New Orleans after ya'll mother passed. I had no way of getting in touch with him. He was such a good friend in my life. Don

Photo shared: James_Lee_Istre.jpg

Thu, 17 Jul 2014 15:10:24 EDT