The "Modisette" Generation
We were close to Jim through the Los Angeles Yacht Club “days” when we all went up the flags and became a team, reliant upon each other and united in our quest for fun. It was easily the best of times for all of us and Jim was the ringleader and organizer of much of it. We got so close to each other that Jim would appoint me to tasks and I would be the last to know. On more than one occasion, members would comment that I was going to do this or that. When confronting Jim, he would say something like “you are the right guy and I knew you’d accept, just didn’t get around to asking.” There are hundreds of stories and whichever one you pick, Jim is prominently featured, mutually loved and respected,” He was a rare individual, thoughtful, ready to pitch in, and the best of friends.
The “Modisette” generation at LAYC was as fantastic as he was.
Jim will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.