This site is to help us all remember the son, uncle, brother, cousin and friend Jim was to so many people from Chicago to Portland, from South America to India and across the world. Please explore the tabs above, either comment in the 'Tribute' or share on the 'Stories' tab.
Our dear family member and friend, Jim Feldmann (George James Feldmann), passed away unexpectedly. Just 46 years old. He was returning home to see us all from a year long trip to India and Portugal and was struck by a vehicle in NY. We are devastated.
Please let others know that knew Jim about this site. Thank you everyone for the support, love and prayers we have been receiving.
Visitation Monday - September 4, 2017
3:00 to 8:00 pm (family at 2:00 pm)Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home
10501 W. Cermak Rd. (2 blks West of Mannheim Rd.).
Westchester, IL 60154
Funeral Service Tuesday - September 5, 2017 All to meet at Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church 2501 S. Wolf Rd., Westchester at 9:30 am until time of Funeral Service 10:00 am
Interment Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery.
The family invites all those attending to join after the ceremony at the Greek Islands Restaurant in Lombard, IL
When considering Jim's life experiences we decided instead of selecting a single group or organization we are setting up a Memorial Fund in his honor. In lieu of flowers any are welcome (but none expected) to donate to the fund. The Jim Feldmann Memorial Fund has been established to inspire people to care and connect with communities and cultures around the world. The funds may be used to help non-profit organizations, communities in need and we hope to create a scholarship for a student to study abroad while helping a community in need.
https://www.gofundme.com/jim-feldmann-memorial-fund
Tributes
Leave a tributeI was just thinking about you last week. It can't be just a coincidence that you pop into my thoughts around this sad anniversary.
You're still missed.
You are so missed. Be at peace my son.
Happy 52th birthday❤️
I was thinking about you yesterday - totally out of the blue - and then I find that today is your birthday. Amazing and too much of a coincidence to be a coincidence.
I'm remembering that we shared the name George, and I'm certain that is why you took a liking to me right off the bat! I don't know if we ever talked about us both being from Illinois and from the Chicagoland area. I probably never told you that I grew up in Elgin. You probably didn't know that I was a Cubs fan but maybe you did.
I'm also remembering the first time we met. It was the opening night of the Provender Alliance conference in Hood River, OR. There must have been some kind of welcome party and I was sitting with some of teammates, probably feeling a little awkward and out of place. You must have noticed because you introduced yourself and we talked for quite awhile. You were very generous with your time - I'm sure you probably knew at least 100 people there that night but you took the time to get to know me. I feel like I can now say, "what a Jim thing to do!"
Happy birthday, buddy. It would be great to celebrate with you in person today. Celebrating at a distance will have to suffice.
Love you always.
Sorry, I'm late with this tribute. Things have been busy down here.
Keep sending down your positive vibes. Everybody needs your help right now.
As always save us good seats up there
We need and miss you so much; right now your younger brother Andy is in a battle with cancer.
Andy is a very positive man and is doing well in his cancer treatments down at MDAnderson in Houston. We have all spend time with him; but you sorely missed. You would have Andy meditating, maybe some yoga and definitely bringing in and cooking healthly (Although Andy is doing a great job with that.)
I know you are out there sending us, Andy especially, support somehow, I feel you, I hear you saying it will be alright. Miss you so much my son, please continue to connect with us; especially Andy at this time.
https://soundcloud.app.goo.gl/AKh6J
I received my forgiveness
On the Path of Love
I have to Praise
My Father the Savior
I feel so good
Because of everything you say to me
Because of everything you give to me
Because of everything you've forgiven
My Father has Love
He ends all the terrors
He ends all the suffering
I feel all the beauty
Justice and valor
Patience and Vigor
Not one pain exists
With my Father Creator
Everyone has a chance
A chance is what they bring
The Medicine has Power
One cannot forget this
We are all still here learning and growing with each new day, and, you remain in our hearts as a touchstone for where we came from and where we have arrived to now. May our continued work and prayer be a benefit to you on your journey on the other side and please always know you matter to us whether in the material or in spirit. I love you my dear friend and brother of light!
We will be missing you at Greek Easter this year . I was around 51 when we met for the first time and you would have been 51 for this Easter. Funny that 51 seems young to me today.
I will have a glass of wine at the dinner to remember you by. Remember to save me a seat up there
We went to the bench we had put in your memory near our home this morning, and then to your grave to light your candle. Oh Jim there are so many events that have happened since you left. Sharing with your brothers all their life’s happenings. Watching your nephews grow into strong and intellect young men; the passing of three important people in our lives and I know you would have enjoyed our new puppy. I know you would be there for us all, sharing your strength, humor and insight. I have to believe you are somehow able to be with us, it gets me through the day sometimes.
Be at rest Son, and know you are so missed.
Love you Mom
emptiness left by death of a loved one. It has not for me, after these four years I’m still waiting for Jim to return from one of his adventures. We all know that’s not going to happen. This is why with everyone help through the tributes and emails I receive Jim’s memory is truly becoming eternal. Thank you and love you all for sharing a time in your life with Jim.
Love and miss you my son.
Very strange.
As I mentioned before, in his months in India "James" had transformed wonderfully. His time with Swami Atmananda Udasin of Ajatananda Ashram in Rishikesh (plus time with him in the environs of Sri Ramana Maharshi at the base of Arunachala) had been visibly and energetically a huge boon.
He left "happy" in at least one very deep way - though that occurrence in New York still baffles me. Saddens me.
Were he able, he would definitely tell everyone not to be concerned, and to move ahead (or to "Just Be"), I'm sure.
I worked with Jim while he was with Equal Exchange and I was working at a co-op in Oregon. He left Equal Exchange four years ago or so. I really enjoyed Jim - he was funny and real, caring, kind and he was really passionate about the work he was doing to help improve the lives the food producers around the world.
For some reason, I thought about Jim today and thought I'd google his name to see if I could find out what he was up to these days. That's when I found this site and I realized what had happened. I'm profoundly sad for Jim's family and close friends. I also read a comment and learned that today is the third anniversary of Jim passing.
I'm not sure what caused me to seek out Jim today of all days.
I count Jim as one of the truly great people I've come into contact with in my life. I will miss him and strive to do good work in the world in tribute to Jim and his influence.
I miss our discussions and learning from one another. I repeat stories to people, to keep your memory fresh in my mind. I still laugh anytime I hear Huey Lewis and The News and reminisce on our other silly debates.
I am glad to have had you in my life.
I send you lots of well wishes for you on your current journey wherever you are in the universe!
On my way to cemetery to light your candle. May you Rest In Peace my Son.
May your memory be eternal. Love you forever, Mom
I'm here to celebrate the 46 years you shared with us.
I have many great memories of you because of the person that you were.
You were able to do what most of us never do, live life to the fullest.
The brightest stars in the sky burn out first...and so did you
But the memory of these stars lasts eternally so will our memory of you because you were that bright.
Celebrate today with Papi, Nanni, and uncle Andy. I am proud that we were family.
Celebrate in everlasting happiness
Love you Jim
Parabéns irmão
What would you have thought of what the world is going through, I know you would have your opinion. You would have been there for anyone who needed something, whether emotionally or physically. You would be calling home to check on all the family.
I love you, Rest In Peace, and May your Memory be Eternal
May you find the eternal peace that you were looking for here on earth.
You will always be missed by friends and family because of the quality time you spent with us and not the quantity
Peace
Somehow I wish you knew how many people really loved you. I didn't until I attended your memorial near Ashland. What I did know was how much you were appreciated by Swami Atmananda of Ajatananda Ashram in Rishikesh, and that showed a lot.
You're fine... Great. It's we still here who are missing you. It's certainly not the other way around, as you "Are" what we will, sooner or later, "Be."
Blessings Always, Amigo.
Leave a Tribute
I was just thinking about you last week. It can't be just a coincidence that you pop into my thoughts around this sad anniversary.
You're still missed.
Happy Birthday Jim
I love this second one because I feel it really show the true essence of Jim Feldmann, the half smile, the bright eyes, the dimple and especially the peace sign. I believe this picture was taken in Brazil.
Happy Birthday
May you Rest In Peace, and May your Memory be Eternal
A song for you, jim
Here's a song that I wrote for you, that we sometimes sing in the church. It was so inspiring to get to know you... Hope you are having a great time in the astral world!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19HdPh3Z2FEGcHXZUtRnuxJIRrZg68LHG/view?usp=sharing
Bruce