James Schiefelbein Obituary

JAMES "JIM" LOUIS SCHIEFELBEIN
August 11, 1974 ~ June 5, 2011

James Louis Schiefelbein was born to the proud parents Jack and Prudence Schiefelbein at St. Vincent's hospital August 11, 1974. A man who was larger than life and who had an even bigger heart was called home to our heavenly Father on June 5, 2011 during a tragic accident near Swift Reservoir in Skamania County. James or "Jim" grew up in Vancouver, WA but was born in Oregon and considered that his true home.
Graduating class of 1993 from Columbia River High School, James attended Clark College and went to the University of Montana, graduating with a degree in Business.
He returned to Vancouver and went to work for his father at Electro Inc., starting in sales, working his way up to vice president. A family run business, his sister Stephanie also worked there as the secretary, while attending school.
James met his wife, Amber (Dickinson) in 2002. They began dating Feb. 14, 2003, later became engaged on Thanksgiving 2007 and eloped in South Lake Tahoe, CA, July 29, 2008, along with their dog, JD, as the witness.
James then legally adopted AJ at the Clark County Courthouse where he took his name as well. The three spent their time at a family beach house in Oceanside, OR, their ranch in Enterprise, OR, with family and friends hunting, fishing, back yard BBQ's, with AJ's baseball teams, boy scouts and church. James was not only AJ's dad, he was his best friend. One year he sponsored his t-ball team with his clothing company, Ridge Work Wear. The two shared the love of animals, the Great NW, hunting, fishing, all sports (especially hockey), and watching old westerns, you name it they did it. AJ and James even cut each others hair. When he was not in the woods or at a baseball game you could find him on his mother's couch eating her famous grilled tuna sandwiches.
Amber and James decided to add on to their happy little family and welcomed two sheep, Dixie and Trixie, and a spunky bird hunting dog, Lodi. They also became pregnant Dec. 31, 2010. James was so confident they were pregnant he told his close friends on a beach trip that weekend that they were expecting.
Not only was James good at everything he did from meeting people to being a real outdoor sportsman, he was also an avid antique collector. His passion for the old west and history had him on the computer for hours researching pieces he was looking to collect. James and Amber decided just the morning he died to write an old west book filled with outlaws, gambling, and exploration. Amber and AJ have decided to continue on with his wish and write it together dedicated to his memory.
In the last few months of his life he spent more time with his brother Joel and helping him with his ever growing business, North Fork Resources. He couldn't be happier being with his other best friend, in the woods and helping family.
He will be forever missed and leave a huge hole
in the world where he shone so brightly.
James is survived by the Schiefelbein family: his mother, Prudence (Stroh); father, Jack; brother, Joel and his family; sister, Stephanie; 1/2-brother Jeff; wife, Amber; son, AJ; and their baby girl due in September, Audrey (whom he named); as well as countless family and too many close friends to list.
The funeral will be held at The First Presbyterian Church, 4300 Main St., Vancouver, WA 98663, Sat., June 11th at 12 noon, followed by coffee in the lobby and then a Celebration of Life at the Quay downtown Vancouver at 4:00 p.m. in the Centennial room.
Memorial contributions for his children will be accepted at Columbia Credit Union.
Please sign the online guest book and share stories for the family to keep at: www.columbian.com/obits.
Thanks to everyone for all the help, prayers and support!
Please sign Jim's guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Jun. 9, 2011.
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A life cut too short. You will always be remembered.

Lynne Bowden

Friend

June 4, 2021

I'll always remember Jim S.by his friendliness and his wonderful smile. He was such a good friend with anyone who knew him no matter what age. He was such a good friend to my son, Jim P. - both in high school and after they graduated. He will always has a place in our hearts.

-Dave Paola and family

Dave Paola

Friend

June 5, 2020

I love you James! You will always have a place in my heart. I am soooo proud to be a cowgirl because of you...I miss you soooo much!
~Brooke Dickinson

Brooke Dickinson

May 15, 2018

Wow, this brings tears to my eyes and I am shocked to learn of Jim's passing. Please forgive my delay in posting this as I have just now learned of the tragedy...
Sending much love to Jim's wife, Amber, and family.
I remember meeting Jim for the first time back in about 1989- on my first day of 9th grade English class as we took our assigned seats next to each other. I recall the task of using new vocabulary words to construct sentences and Jim making me laugh incessantly throughout. And mostly I remember thinking, "that guy is a clown, we are going to be friends."
High school blew by quick and life quickly followed. But I will remember Jim's laugh and smiles for all of my days.

Sheri Saari

February 20, 2013

I know this is about 1 1/2 years late, but I had no idea. I am shocked. I will always remember Jim as great guy. He will be missed. To all of the Schiefelbein family, my prayers are with you even now. Joel you were always there for me when I needed a friend, and I am terribly sorry I was not there for you.

Joe Iverson

February 13, 2013

I miss you everyday Jim. I thank you for everything you ever did for me. You are always in my heart and I love you.

Stephanie Schiefelbein

November 25, 2012

Jim
It is approaching one year since you have been taken from us. I still cannot believe
you are gone. Shelby and I think of you on a daily basis. I still cry and hurt, even though I know I will see you again. You had to be one of Gods special angles. I know no one else that took others into consideration and had the ability to make a friend as you did. Saying we miss you is a huge understatement. I love you Jim and I thank you for your everlasting impression you left with me.

Brian Mitchell

April 22, 2012

Eric Mathis

July 9, 2011

Jim,
I've been avoiding writing here, because I don't want to say goodbye to you, and I don't want to write something which is less than what you deserve, I want to do our friendship justice through my words, and I know that just isn't possible. I want you to still be here so I can tell you all these things in person, but I know I can't. And since they will take this space down tomorrow, and your beautiful wife will print this for you children, it is time that I do my best to tell them how wonderful you were to me. Just to share a small amount of my little piece in time of knowing you.

Jim, there were two years of my life that you were my absolute best friend. It's hard to believe that almost 13 years have passed since you and your mom loaded up your truck and drove me to Boise the day after after we celebrated graduation at U of MT. In many ways, you may have been the only friend I've ever had that I knew, beyond a shadow of a doubt, would do anything for me. Don't get me wrong, you'd show up a day late to do it, and you'd take me on the most obscure route to get home. But I knew I could always always always count on you, even if you didn't approve of the mess I was busy getting myself in to. I always knew that. You made sure I knew, not by your words, but by your actions.

Through college we had our ups and downs with our significant others, our parents, our friends, our goals, but we held a steady shoulder for the other to cry on. We laughed our heads off, went on crazy adventures, and were inseparable true friends. I knew when I hopped in the truck, avoiding what was sure to be a weeks worth of mixed clean and dirty laundry, homework cluttering the dash, and a tube of toothpaste on the seat, you were going to take me somewhere new, different, and meaningful. 1997 and 1998 - I would say those years we kind of saved each other. Literally and figuratively. One night I dragged you and (then a puppy) "your only friend left in the world" JD out of the middle of the road, where you decided to lay down and take a little nap on a busy Missoula street. What a sight that was for the Eastside Missoula crowd. On another morning, you drove me to Bonner for a fun day of Bloody Mary's, darts, and pool one Sunday when my head was down and I just wanted to stay locked in my room for the rest of the year. You told me I was worth getting myself out of that rut, and I believed you. When you met Lawrence, you immediately took him in, told him what a great gal he was marrying, and at our wedding, you danced with me to show the East Coasters "How it was done!" After the reception, you bought Hydrant shirts for the whole wedding party, Bride & Groom included. Because of you I have wore a MUSCLE shirt over my wedding dress for a period of the evening. Lawrence and I were just talking about that - someone has a picture with you, and the entire wedding party in those white sleeveless shirts with drinking dogs and playing poker on the front.

I have so many stories and memories of having fun and being crazy with you. The bottom line is you were a great man, a great friend, a great son - there was something different and special about you, and all of those who took the time to get to know you, loved you. In the wake of your death, that is more apparent than ever. As a mother, I hope to have the kind of love you shared with your mother, with my son. I'm sad that you never met my kids, I'm sad that we haven't been in close touch for the last few years. I'm sad that I didn't know you as a husband and a father more than just a phone call here and an email there. All those talks of getting together soon, I hurt that we didn't make it happen. That we let busyness get in the way. Mostly, I'm sad that I took one of the most amazing friendships I'll ever know for granted. I just thought you'd always be there. You've reminded me to hold my husband, kids, friends tighter than I ever have before. Let them know how much I love them every single day. Appreciate the moments when things to be a struggle because we still have each other. To stop worrying about the things that do not matter. To get outside and love this country that God has created for us.

I look forward to getting to know Amber better, to hold and love AJ and Audrey, to being in touch with your sister and other friends and family who loved you. To be a support for those who love you. I want to do any and everything I can to help your family and support your wife. I know that is all you would ask of those who are still here missing you. To care for them, and for us all to care for each other. And I need that, because I need to be close to those that loved you to always feel close to you. Not a day has gone by since you passed that I haven't thought about you, spoke of you, smiled at your goodness and cried about it too.

Thank you for the years of friendship, thank you for the incredible people that you introduced me to, and thank you for being a force that changed me. You changed me all those years ago, now again, and forever. I will see you again my friend in Heaven. Until then, I miss you, and I hold you in my heart.

Jenny Herman

July 8, 2011

Jimmy,
When I first met you at the shop, you were just my buddy Jack's son, all legs and red hair and big goofy grin.I watched you grow up through high school and going away to college, and I remember how hard you worked at understanding the business, making connections and friends, and dreaming big dreams. You were always asking "So what else is new?", over and over. I hunted and fished with you and you became so much more to me than just my buddy's boy. I am proud to say you became my good friend. I feel such an emptyness that I couldn't have one more conversation and cold one with you, and we won't be making any more memories together for a while. I was deeply moved by the testimonials at your Celebration of Life, and learned so much more about what a great person you truely are. I miss you...

Jamie Fletcher

Jamie Fletcher

July 8, 2011

Amber will always have the love you gave, and we will all have the memories to share with AJ & Audrey. You are their guardian angel now, thank you for sharing your life with us.

Curtis & Theresa Paulson & Ryan Piper

July 8, 2011

Jim,
your my best friend, you've always been there for me. We had some great times together. Sure is hard not having you here to crack one with. I've never met anyone quite like you. I think the first time we met was playing little league. You hit one out, centerfield shot. All the hunting and fishing and camping with all our good friends are some of my favorite memories. You'll always be in my heart. I hope you hear me when I talk to you everyday. I'm taking you up to elk camp with me so you'll be with me where you and I loved to be in September. Love ya Jim.

Troy Cossette

July 7, 2011

I'm lucky to call Jim my friend...and from HS to our adult years have had many memories that keep playing over and over. I'm blessed to have Amber and AJ as my friends as well...and when the two of them got together, it was all the better. We love you Amber and are so proud and amazed by your strength. Jim knew he had a good one...and now we all have an angel. Much love to you all!

Alexis Crafton LaRue

July 7, 2011

Jim,
I miss and think of you everyday. Thanks for being the big brother I never had. See you again one day.
--sara green-anderson

This is my Jim story. I was actually in Joel's class (1996) but I was friends with Jim before I ever met Joel. Jim was the big brother I never had. He made high school a little less scary for me and was actually the 1st high school friend I made. When Jim was a senior, I was a freshman and was lucky enough to have him as my lab partner in Freshman Earth Science (go figure he must have needed the credit to graduate). I was this scared little girl but I could always talk to Jim and he would give the best advice. Be yourself and it's only High School, real life starts afterwards. I have so many funny memories and good things to say about him. Jim taught me to love country music and to be myself.

I truly hope that his children, wife and family carry on his spirit and his work. He was a special person in so many ways and will never be forgotten. I was happy to see so many people at his Celebration of Life, I just couldn't bring myself to attend his service but I hear the house was packed. That makes me happy. Seeing the parking lot at the Quay FULL of pickup trucks. That makes me happy too. I miss you Jim.

Sara Green-Anderson

July 7, 2011

James,We couldn't have asked for a better father for our grandson AJ. You truely are a cowboy with you integrity,honesty and generous spirit. Your heart is big enough for anyone you meet. We didn't get to know you long enough but I know we will meet again. We will love and care for your family.Mark and Mary Hojnacki

Mary Hojnacki

July 7, 2011

Jim was a one-of-a-kind man, and a true friend. He will be missed greatly.

Grant Garlisch

July 7, 2011

Jim,
I still can't believe what happened. I think of you often and wonder why terrible things happen to such wonderful people. You are a great dad to AJ and would have been great to Audrey as well. I trust you will watch over us all from heaven, especially Amber, AJ and Audrey. I love you and will never forget you.

Megan Anderson

July 6, 2011

Jim,
I thought about you today, like I have every day since your passing. I want to thank you for being the man that you were. Even in death you are bringing people together. Your life and your legacy have renewed friendships, opened up our eyes to see what is important, and made us start living. You have greatly impacted my family's life and from reading the rest of these entries, it's safe to say, the lives of many others. There seriously has not been a day that Brian and I haven't spoken of you. Thank you for being a friend, even now. We love and miss you and will see you again one day.
Love,
Shelby

Shelby Mitchell

July 4, 2011

Jim you and your smile forever warmed all our hearts. Today you leave behind a wonderful family and wife and soon to be two beautiful children. Your life will not go unforgotten and your memories will now warm our hearts. Take care my friend, you will forever be missed. To your wife and family my sincere thoughts and prayers goes out to you. Hang on to the wonderful memories of Jim, he will forever look down upon you and look out for all of you. Jim wouldn't of had it any other way.

Amanda Rickey-Vanek

July 1, 2011

God bless you Jim! Prayers everyday for your family. You are greatly missed on this world. Until we meet again...

Kelli Secor

July 1, 2011

Jack, Joel, and Steph, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I was looking at pictures last night taken many years ago with Jim. What a great young man! Again, I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless you all.
Ronnie Browning, Birmingham, Alabama

June 20, 2011

Thoughts and prayers sent to you and your family in such a sad time.

Lois Jensen

June 19, 2011

Thoughts to Amber and family. Only met Jim briefly on a trip to the states but he was a great guy. No doubt will be sorely missed. Simon Sturzaker and family Devonport, Tasmania, Australia

Simon Sturzaker

June 17, 2011

Amber,andAJ

My sincere condolences for your loss. I was sorry to hear about Jim, my heart ached for you. I wish you, AJ and little Audrey only the best and much strength. Paulette Seeman

June 16, 2011

Jack, Prudence, Joel, and Steph, our sincere condolences to the loss of your son and brother Jim. Have many great memories of spending time with Jim over the years. Our prayers go out to you. ( Numbers 6:24-26) May the Lord bless you and keep you; let the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. God bless you. The Scott family.

Jeff Scott

June 16, 2011

Did not know him like a son but he is like his dad and that says it all. Right on Jim see you one day!! Love Chicago Joe Richmond Hells Angel ZP

June 16, 2011

I never met Jim but have only heard great things about him from my cousins Mark and Mary Hojnacki. I admire him for what he did for AJ. I know he will be truly missed. I look forward to the book that Amber and AJ will write in his memory.
Cindy Gustafson Rebold
Lakeway, Texas

Cindy Rebold

June 16, 2011

Hey Jim
Real friends are people you can see once or twice in a lifetime, but they are in your heart forever. Our wonderful memories of the short time we spent with you will stay with us. We love you, and remember that you never did come visit us in Western Australia - we will have to wait to see you again.
No more late night phone conversations. For both of us you were a shining example of all that is good in the world. We will miss you.
Our Love and thoughts are with the ones You Loved - Scott Reilly and Steph Bennett

Scott Reilly

June 15, 2011

Amber
You, AJ and Audrey are in our thoughts and prayers! Stay strong and healthy and keep him alive in your hearts and minds forever!

Cecily Bequette

June 15, 2011

My condolences to all of The Schiefelbein Family. What an amazing Memorial and Celebration of Life. Jim would be proud. My heart goes out to Amber, AJ and Audrey to stay strong and know that Jim is watching down on you. Jim was a great guy to all and so many will never forget the memories he gave. Cheers!!! xoxo

Michelle DuPont/Roppe

June 15, 2011

Jim -
You meant everything to the person who means everything to me. I love that you were always such a great friend to Troy. Of course the girls and I adored you too, but what I loved most was how much you loved Troy and he loved you. Thank you for the family trips to the beach and Eastern Oregon. You and Amber were a great example of a happy couple and a good family. You are a one of a kind friend and we will hold onto Amber, AJ and Audrey tightly. Thank you for bringing them into my life. Your spirit will live on.
Love, Isabel

Isabel Waite

June 14, 2011

Robin

June 14, 2011

The turnout of family and friends was a great tribute to Jim. I think he would have been proud to see everyone that he touched. He will be dearly missed, but not forgotten.

Tony Nelson

June 14, 2011

Amber,AJ and baby Audrey, our hearts and prayers continue your way during this difficult time. James will always shine down on you all and watch over you. May you feel his strength and love always.
We love you all and will be here always. The Baker Family

Cathy Baker

June 14, 2011

Amber, AJ, Audrey and family,
Our sincere thoughts go out to you during this difficult time. Jim was an amazing guy with lots of talent and big dreams. His pride in our company ran very deep which made a distinct impression on me.

Jon Cole and the SDS crew.

June 14, 2011

Dear Audrey, AJ, Amber, Steph, Joel, Prudence, Jack and entier Schiefelbein Troup.
May all JimĀ“s laughter, efforts, joy, confidence, lessons, company and everything that he was keeps up along our lives. He was a very good friend and will be missed. I'm so thankful for having Chuck introducing him to me a while back on a trip to Chile and over all about Jim opening his family to me. Always so kind. I trust that his dreams and legacy will continue alive on his wife, children, family and us friends.
Lots of love to all of you, Willy.

Willy Torres

June 14, 2011

Amber, AJ, and baby Audrey so very sorry for the loss of your husband,(best friend), and Daddy. James will be greatly missed. Always cherish what you had, and always keep him close to your heartsNoel, Mary, Evan, and Emily Allan

June 14, 2011

Amber and AJ
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Robin Davis

June 14, 2011

Mrs.Scheifelbein,
When you went through my checkout at the store today and told me about your son I felt a pain in my heart for what you and your family are going through. I said a prayer for you and your family and hope you find some sort of peace during this difficult time. I care.
Sincerely, Brenda B.-Head Clerk @Safeway Hazel Dell

June 13, 2011

We send our condolences and hope you like the photo.

Don and Marie Morrison

June 13, 2011

Shiefelbein Family,
I hope the wonderful words about Jim are a comfort to you in this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss and will continue to keep your family in my thoughts.

Nikole Graves (Schroeder)

June 13, 2011

I am so sorry to hear about your loss,

Sincerely
Jill Owens - McCoy

Jill McCoy

June 13, 2011

Jim,

Thank you for the memories. Through you life and death you were able to show us what friendship truly means.

Todd Hammond

June 12, 2011

may god be with you .love mindy .

mindy irwin

June 12, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Alyssa Schneider-LoGreco

June 12, 2011

Jim was a wonderful person with a big heart and an even bigger personality. I am so grateful for the friendship he shared with my daughter Angela Fidler and her Husband Craig. Jim meant so much to them as he did to all of us who were so fortunate to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God take care of each and every one of you and may you feel His presence daily.

Sicerely,

Debi Stoll

Debi Stoll

June 11, 2011

What a great service, it showed that Jim will be missed by many. RIP Jim

Travis Dick

June 11, 2011

I am so sorry for your families loss. Your family is in my prayers.

Alicia Payne

June 11, 2011

Jim was such a great guy! I hadn't seen him for many years since I moved out of state, but I smiled every time I heard his name from a friend or heard a story involving him! He smiled all the time and he made everyone smile. My prayers are with his family and close friends...Amber, I am so sorry for your loss. Write that old west book with pride!

Mari Farley

June 11, 2011

Prudence and all the family, Words fall short at a time like this. We send you and your family condolences and will pray for comfort and peace in the coming days. Nona, Bob and Brad Trailer

Nona Trailer

June 11, 2011

Who could forget that toothy grin? You will undoubtedly light up heaven like you lit up this earth. To Joel and Steph... I know the love of a big brother. It is amazing and original and irreplaceable. Hold each other up, I know you will. I miss and love you both. My thoghts are with you, especially today. I am glad to know a part of Jim remains in his wife, son and unborn daughter.. For them, he will be proud.

Nancy Boyce

June 11, 2011

Jack and the entire family. It was a shock when Jack called me about the accident. Jim was a great man and we thought the world of him. He will be missed. Our prayers are going to continue for the entire family and I hope I'll be able to visit some time soon. I wish so much I could be there for the service but I need to take care of Shirley. God bless all of you richly.

Roy & Shirley LeTourneau

June 11, 2011

My sincere thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with ALL the Family and friends affected by his life, and the loss at this time. Through your grief, may you each feel God's healing power. May you soon regain renewed, inner peace. And find in each loving memory, refound joy.

Melody McKinley

June 11, 2011

Dear Kind Neighbor, You were the best... big smile, always time for a chat and asking about the old folks. You will be greatly missed.
Judy Grams

June 11, 2011

To your family our condolences for your loss, our thoughts are with you.Jerry and Deb Monahan

Jerry Monahan

June 11, 2011

Dear Amber may the angels watch o ver you and guide you thru this sadness . Iam so sorry babygirl. God bless you Janice Christensen

June 11, 2011

Our prayers are with you Jack and family. No one will ever understand how these things happen or why. Keep the fond memories forever in your hearts and try not to place blame. A new grand daughter is on the way. She will need your help and support.

Gordon & Kaye Goheen

June 11, 2011

To the Whole family your loss is our loss. Our families prayers are with you always, God bless you all.

Polly Tomer-white

June 11, 2011

Jim, "What a Loving Soul" You Introduced Your Wife Amber and Child A.J. at Church, Communion Sunday.So Much Peace,Happyness and Bounty of Love. Joel and Stephanie the love of you Three.
Prudance,Amber,AJ,Audrey,Jack.
This is to Hard ,Love to you in Prayer

Barbara Campbell

June 11, 2011

So many memories going back to early childhood...me, you and Kindra playing in the dog house in your backyard...capturing the racoon, to watching all of you guys skate the half pipe in your backyard....too many to say...I will remember you with a smile Jim! Continued prayers for all of your family and loved ones! Until we meet again....Lauren Osborne (Desormeaux)

June 11, 2011

Jack and Family, So sorry for your loss. May it help you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with You, my friend.

Howard Converse

June 11, 2011

I do not know anyone like you bro, anyone! You make me want to be a better man. There will always be an empty spot in my heart. Love you man

Brian Mitchell

June 10, 2011

To Joel and Jim's family. All of us at Mr Electric (your neighbor on HWY 99 next to your lot) want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the grace and mercy of our Lord Jesus give you comfort in this time of grief. Romans 8:28.

Jim Kleiser

June 10, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

David McGrath

June 10, 2011

Jim was a good friend of my son, Jim Paola. Jim Schiefelbein was a terrific person. His smile I remember well for it was like a hug when he would say,"Hi, Mr. Paola". What a wonderful person.

Dave Paola

June 10, 2011

Jim,
When I heard about the accident I thought no, not you. You were an amazing friend and I have countless memories of High School that include you. I will never forget when you bet me $100 that I would not graduate. I did, and you paid up! You always believed in me, and for that I Thank You. I will see you again.

Christy Davis (Cloninger)

June 10, 2011

We had the pleasure of watching this family grow up, Stephanie Joel and Jim. They were always generous friends. As Jim became an adult he continued to greet us warmly and ask about our family. We will miss his warmth and generosity. Don and Judy Thompson (Vancouver Wa)

June 10, 2011

Ray Osman

June 10, 2011

Amber and AJ,
Our deepest and most sincere condolences go out to you. You have a true love story.
Lisa and Family (Brayden's mom)

June 10, 2011

I didn't know Jim all to long but you couldn't tell by way he talked to you or further more listened to you. I would run into him at Top Shelf once and awhile and he'd always remembered my name, and shake my hand. You could tell he was a stand up guy. Rest in peace sir.

Ben Mady

June 10, 2011

Joel, Tonya, Stephanie, Amber, AJ, little Audrey and the rest of the Schiefelbein gang~
Our hearts ache for your loss. Find strength in your family and friends, we are here for you.
Jimmy really was amazing!
He touched the lives of everyone old and young-
Andrew remembers his smile, "he was always smiling" and Alexandra remembers his stories, "he was always telling stories"
Treasure each moment that made up his lifetime and he will forever live on in our hearts.
Hugs ~ Mike, Heidi, Andrew, Alexandra and Hunter

Heidi Hegge

June 10, 2011

Jim, it has been so long, and I will always remember your fun filled heart and sense of adventure, you will be missed and always remembered.

Kirk Garretson

June 10, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the family.For the short time that I knew James I learned he was a very genuine and caring person.He was a person you could respect and trust. Was one of the finest people I ever met.I am very glad I got to know James. RON & JULIE

RON SCHABOT

June 10, 2011

Watch over them, give them strength to carry on, share in their hopes and dreams, be patient for you will see them again. Rest for now.

Laural Hall

June 10, 2011

*My deepest condolences to the Schiefelbein family*. Eva Drew(Kalama, WA).

June 10, 2011

Your life will live on through your son and baby on the way.. God will replace you with your baby and rememberance will be there always!!! You will truly be missed by so many... Keep your head up Amber and know he is looking down on you!!

cindy glassley

June 10, 2011

RIP Jim

Travis Dick

June 10, 2011

"We are so sorry to hear of the tradgic news. He was a great man with a huge heart, We hope the family can find peace in these trying times. It is so sad to looose such a special person."..... The Smith's

Sean Smith

June 10, 2011

To the Scheiefelbein family, my deepest condolences. I had not seen Jimmy for many years. My brother, Aaron and I were friend with him in Jr/High school. I have some great memories and photos of them. Jim will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Elia Surbert (Semro)

June 10, 2011

when we got the news, it was some of the hardest news we had ever heard. it still doesn't ring true. jim was a huge part of our lives. because of jim i met brian, we got married and had a little girl. jim asked us both to meet for a long time, when the right time came, we met and six months later were married and he was in our weding. i'll never forget jim harassing brian about the large payment he was waiting for because he was the 'match maker'. he was always such a goofball and if brian ever needed him for anything, jim was always there. jim hiked some unexpected terrain to pack out an elk for brian when he was sick. he wasn't happy, but he did it. Brian and Jim shared a lot of time together hunting and fishing in the places they loved, always trying to find a better spot than the other. Brian will really miss that. All of our love, prayers and support to all the shiefelbein family. jim meant a lot to a lot of people.
brian and becky krist

becky krist

June 10, 2011

Dearest Amber, AJ. and Audrey. I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. May God wrap you in his loving arms and give you peace until you meet Jim again.

Cheryl Louie

June 10, 2011

You are in our thoughts and prayers. from the Bodacious family

Roland & Nancy Lindsey

June 10, 2011

The last time I saw Jim was at a rodeo... go figure! From Felida to River, there was no way you couldn't know and adore that guy. My heart breaks for his family and I am deeply sorry for your loss. I admire your commitment to follow through on the dreams you had as a family. What an amazing way to honor Jim!

Tara Lindloff

June 10, 2011

To the Schiefelbein Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My whole heart goes out to all of you, and I offer my condolences and anything I can be of service to do...
Your friend, AL

Al Parmantier

June 10, 2011

AMBER,AJ,AUDREY You are in our prayers and thoughts. We are praying God gives you strength and understanding during this trying time we love you.
Art,jeanni,Hannah Meade

Art Meade

June 10, 2011

I went to high school with Jim and only had a few memories of him, but his obituary brought back many more. I'm deeply saddened by this tragic loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,

Jodie Nelson Krumpe

June 10, 2011

We are so sorry Amber and AJ and baby Audrey for your loss.... what a shock. Please let us know if you need anything... Love, Greg , Jenni, Kyle and Abby Kanooth

June 9, 2011

Jim shared many memories with us. Because of Jim, we met, got married, and he was a part of our wedding and our lives. We will never forget him...... his compassionate heart, sense of humor, and his ability to be a friend to everyone. He was a good friend and we will miss him. Hugs and prayers to his family. God Bless, Angela and Craig Fidler

June 9, 2011

Amber, AJ, and Audrey~
My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time.

Amy Davis

June 9, 2011

Jim, You really are Larger than Life! You were always so much fun! The Energy & Caring you always brought to the table along with your sense of Humor will be missed BUT Never Forgotten! My Kid Brother Lane looked up to you as another Brother. Our Dad George, thought you were the best too! Please check in on him for us in Heaven... I am sure you had quite a party up there, starting out your Eternal Life! Congratulations on a Life Well Lived here on Earth.... It is not fair we only had you for 36 years... Your Legacy Will Live On and I am proud of your Wife and AJ in supporting your plans for a book... that is Awesome! Guide them along with your new Daughter due in September to do GREAT things in their lives..... Just Do What Jim Would Do! Fare well "Cowboy" and Happy Trails Til We Meet Again!

Beau Weidman

June 9, 2011

I have always had nothing but whole-hearted love for the Schiefelbein family and my heart is broken with the loss of Jim. I feel blessed to have known his larger-than-life-spirit and although I wasn't fortunate enough to see him very often the past few years, I always sooo enjoyed the occasional run-in! Oh man, I will miss that! My deepest sympathy goes out to his family, Amber and his children, and his friends. You will be missed big guy!

Katie (Shanahan) Betschart

June 9, 2011

I haven't seen Jim in a long time. I have been living in New York for some time now. This is so sad and his hit me very hard! Jim was a great friend and I have many fond memories of him, as do a lot of people. He had the biggest heart and was always so much fun to be around. The memories that we all made in high school will last a lifetime! Jim you will be missed dearly. My heart goes out to your family. You were an amazing guy!

Dennis Johnson

June 9, 2011

We saw jim a while ago in downtown Vancouver and it had been years. Jim had saw me from acrost the way and made it over. He puts his arm arm around me and said whats up tommy. We had talked for awhile and he had told me something a take for granite all the time. What he had told me is something i will remeber forever and one of the best things I have ever been told. This comes from a guy I havent seen in a long time and something I've thought about alot since then. Thanks Jim for your words.

Tommy Matthew

June 9, 2011

Eric and Terra Day

June 9, 2011

There are no adequate words to say at a time like this, our deepest sympathy just doesn't seem to cover it all. You are all in our thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. Jim was such a special young man, I remember the first time I met him he had a hand full of dinosaurs and was very verbal in his discussion of them. I think he was about 3 yrs. old. Both Jim & Joel raided my cookie jar on a regular basis which I loved. There is an old Alaskan Indian saying: Perhaps they are not stars in the sky but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy. I know that Jim will always be that shinning star. His memory will always be tucked away in our hearts, he will always be our Jimmy! We will forever love and miss you.

Gary & Darla Warner

June 9, 2011

To The Schiefelbein Family,
Jim grew up with my boys, Dennis & Chris Johnson. We are all so saddened to hear of your loss. Jim was a wonderful young man and he will be missed.
Lynne, Dennis & Christopher

Lynne Bowden

June 9, 2011

jim has been like a brother to me for as long as i can remember. what a tragedy. my deepest condolances to everybody. jimmy will be dearly missed by everybody that ever met him. i love you all

steve elston

June 9, 2011

Jim,
I am so saddened to hear about this tradgedy. You were such a good friend to many. We had so many good memories back in the day. I just pray for your family,your wife and kids. You will never be forgotten.

Heidi Smith (Callahan)

June 9, 2011

To The Schiefelbein Family,
I went to high school with Jim and am so saddened for your loss.
Jim was a great guy. The world is a darker place without him in it. My heart goes out to you.
Many prayers,
Shelley (Arant)

June 9, 2011

I haven't seen or talked to Jim in years and I've been caught off guard as to how much it hurts me to hear that he's gone. It's a testament to his ability to leave a long lasting impression on people. I still wear a belt buckle he gave me when we were in high school. Jim and his family were a big part of my life growing up through HS. I would not be the same man I am today without Jim's influence and friendship in the early years of my life. Gods speed Jim. My love to you and yours.

Hayes Nelson

June 9, 2011

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