I am saddened to learn of James' passing. We were friends in 1972. Both of us were in Christ the King Teen Club. I took him to my Junior Prom at Notre Dame Academy as friends. I have looked for him online for years and just learned that he is no longer with us. Prayers to his young wife and family. He was a lovely person.

Peg McNamara Kelting

Jimmy
   
Where to start?

As I look out the windows and see the clouds, I realize that is what it has been like since you left us for greener pastures. I then think of all of the great times we spent together and the clouds clear away. Talking to each other all the way home from work to make the drive more pleasant. Even though sometimes you were home already, you sat in your driveway talking to me until I got home. We had conversations about our lives and just about everything. We shared a lot of common interests and food groups such as Taco Bell burritos, butter burgers and even the fountain cokes at Coldstone. 
        Your family was a source of great pride for you. We spoke of them often. Your relationship with Zia was always spoken of in a tone that was loving, comforting and warm. She was your safe spot.
   The impact you left on me as a friend was rich! You will always have a special place in my heart. We could not talk for a month and talk again as though we had just spoken 5 minutes ago.
     You are sorely missed Yiiiiiiimmmmeeeeee. I do know that the good Lord loves and tends his sheep and in this I am comforted. May God Bless you and your family.
    With brotherly love,
  Daniel

He was so funny and great!!!

We shoot in México with him a lot of times, like a DP, he was a master, and every visit we have to buy cokes and marlboro for him! Always with a crazy idea or a funny comment. He always haved a smile.

I don't know why but he meet my my chihuahua dog, Rita, and whe she died, he feelt very sad and said beautiful things. Its wonderful haved the pleasure to meet him, and we re gonna miss him so much!! ❤️

"But at heart, I am more than a cinematographer." - Conrad Hall

Jim you are the perfect embodiment of this sentiment. You have been so much to so many. Your passion in everything you put your heart to, along with your mischievous smile will permeate the lives and memories for so many for decades to come. Even though I only ever got to enjoy your company on set you taught me so much of the set and of life. You will be missed.

I am currently enjoying a package of Welch's fruit snacks in your honor.

Jimmy, you made such an impact on my life. I will always remember you and smile. Thank you for your friendship.

I had the pleasure of working with Jimmy the last few years. His kindness, talent, and sense of humor stood out every day at work. He is missed. RIP, Jimmy.

OOOOHHHHH MMMYYYYYYYY!!!! It is true that we are 728 brothers but we share another fraternity, we are TROJANS! Linked forever in tradition and love for the cinematic arts. I will remember your smile, your sense of humor, honesty, loving nature and every other adjective one uses to describe a truly special person. You were missed before you left. Fight On my friend, love ya.

I had the good fortune to have known Jimmy for the whole of his career. However, the last five plus years was a special and unique time for our friendship. We worked side by side on the same production daily and really got to know each other and become close friends.  I think of him each day as I’m doing the projects we used to always do together.  He always made the job more pleasurable and fun as we laughed and chatted our way through the day.  I miss him. RIP Jimmy. 

Jimmy, it was pleasure meeting & working with on Jimmy Kimmel. You were so patient and helpful. Thank you for all your help. Lindsey I'm so sorry for your loss. Your pops was awesome. Mrs Kimura I didn't have the pleasure to meet you, but thank you for sharing your husband with us. My deepest condolences to you and your family

Jim will be greatly missed. He was a kind, funny and gifted soul. I worked with Jim and Zia on a bunch of commercials and he was always able to teach us something new on each one. I really cherish the fact that I got to meet Jim (and Zia) and work with one of the greats in the industry. He was always kind and I owe quite a bit to him.

I remember seeing you at Linds’ birthday at the farm. You looked so overjoyed to be there celebrating with her, the kind of joy that bubbles over and makes everyone around you happy too. I remember hearing stories about you and Linds sharing your work and talent with each other. I see this quiet determination that infuses both of you and it reminds me how if we’re steadfast we can accomplish so much.

My brother Jimmy this is Jay Pugh here brother man I miss you man I’m a Mr. smiling face every time you came over to my house we had a long talks and I enjoyed every minute brother and I am so sad to hear about you leaving I had no idea and I understand you didn’t either may God bless you and you rest in heaven my brother and we will be missing you and your smiling face up in heaven,so sorry man and god bless you and your family

James Hisashi Kimura
My love, my friend, my partner in crime, my husband. 20 years was not enough. You were a friend and mentor to so many, a devoted father, a crazy festival dancer, a masterful director of photography and a joy to live with. I miss you so much already.
I will love you always.
 Zia

I love you, Dad. Thank you for the love, wisdom, care, joy and legacy you have shared with me, your family, friends and loved ones. Your spirit lives through us. We love you.❤️❤️❤️