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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Jim Rombough, 60 years old, born on October 23, 1951, and passed away on January 16, 2012. We will remember him forever.
January 4, 2022
January 4, 2022
It's hard to believe that in a couple of weeks, 10 years will have passed. I so wish you were here, Jim. You were so fun to be around....Your little take away lines and that chuckle of yours. When I think of you, you're smiling that wide, Jim smile. You are not forgotten, my friend.
October 23, 2020
October 23, 2020
Happy Birthday in Heaven. I miss you so. ❤️
January 16, 2020
January 16, 2020
One of my favorite, "Jim stories."

Our band (Quantrell) was playing in New Orleans. On our night off, we went out to a night-club to enjoy a late-night group. At 2:00 AM, it was teeming with people (And lots of beautiful ladies).

Jim had been bending my ear (for what seemed like an eternity) telling me "... how amazing he was with the ladies," "... and how he knew better than most what women wanted." He paused, saying he had to pee, turned, and then accidentally walked into the ladies' restroom.

I waited just outside the door to see what would happen. Jim walked out a few minutes later as white as a ghost. He said something like, "... Well, it's a lot cleaner than ours."

The good news was I laughed so hard I think I peed MY pants. Jim could make you laugh—often when he wasn't trying.

PS Jim swore he didn't notice the mistake until AFTER he had relieved himself. That could be true!
January 16, 2020
January 16, 2020
Missing you as always. There is definitely a void in my life without you. Sing loudly my friend. You do it so well.  
October 23, 2019
October 23, 2019
Happy Birthday in Heaven. I miss you dearly. May you Rest In Peace my dear friend.
January 16, 2017
January 16, 2017
Still....that's exactly how I feel. I miss your laughter. I miss you words. I miss your smiling eyes. I think of you often; nearly every day. I've been given a gift through your passing. The gift of friendship from your brother, Chris. Fortunate for that.... I miss you so much. Our phone calls laer in life meant so much to me. IBJR. Cindy
January 19, 2016
January 19, 2016
I will always continue to miss my dear, dear friend.
Love & Peace,
Judi
January 22, 2015
January 22, 2015
Thinking about you, Jim on the 3rd anniversary of your death.
October 24, 2013
October 24, 2013
I was saddened to hear about my dear friend, Jim. We go back to 1985 when he entertained in Indianapolis. I met him one evening and from that day forward, we had an incredible friendship beyond words. I loved his smile, his eyes, his wit and his charm. The stage is exactly where he belonged. His voice and love for entertaining will be missed. I love and miss you my dear friend. IBJR
August 15, 2013
August 15, 2013
44 years ago today Woodstock opened with Richie Havens performing
Minstrel with Gault.
I remember vividly as Jim and I watched it on the news from Colorado
Springs. 
I miss my dear friend.
August 29, 2012
August 29, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear about Jim. He and I roomed together on the road quite a bit, and I considered him a good friend. He was an awesome singer and a terrific entertainer. He always put 110% into every song he sang, and he truly loved fronting Quantrell. Even though I hadn't seen him in many, many years, I'll think of him fondly, and remember his passion for singing. Rest in Peace Jim!
August 28, 2012
August 28, 2012
From Paul- First time I heard Jim sing, he blew me away! He had such charisma on stage. He sang with great emotion. I have many fond memories of him on the road. I still laugh at some of his wit. I regret that I did not keep better contact with him. To this day, he is still the best entertainer I ever had the privilege to work with.
August 27, 2012
August 27, 2012
I've known many musicians and singers but I can't think of any single performer that enjoyed being on the stage more than Jim. He had a real passion for entertaining and in his "true heart" always wanted to know what he needed to do to improve. Jim's sense of humor was as unique as any I've ever known. Funny, wacky, oblique, heartfelt. RIP Jim.
August 25, 2012
August 25, 2012
I really miss talking with Jim. I can't listen to "Saturday in the Park" and many other songs, without getting sad. Jim had a clever, twisted humor that was so unique to him. He laughed so much. How odd that it would appear he was unhappy behind that. Or was this some horrible mistake that wasn't meant to happen? We'll never know.
August 24, 2012
August 24, 2012
Jim was a very special man to me. We go back literally 40 years ago. We had again started speaking in the end of 2009. I am stunned and devastated that he is gone again. I have lost a very, very special friend. He was one of a kind. I want to thank Carolyn for administrating this memorial. I always thought he would make the big time, never a better voice. Love you Jim-RIP
August 16, 2012
August 16, 2012
I am in total shock.I saw the youtube tribute and it broke my heart. I played with Jim right after he left Quantrell. He took the band I was with to a whole new level.I would have never played the gigs we had if it wasn't for Jim. Jim brought energy and excitement to each performance and he inspired me to play my best. Thank you Jim for all of the good memories. You left way too soon. RIP
April 14, 2012
April 14, 2012
Am I, a stranger to be the first to leave a memorial to this man.....R.I.P. Jim.

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January 4, 2022
January 4, 2022
It's hard to believe that in a couple of weeks, 10 years will have passed. I so wish you were here, Jim. You were so fun to be around....Your little take away lines and that chuckle of yours. When I think of you, you're smiling that wide, Jim smile. You are not forgotten, my friend.
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Cortez High Choir?

November 22, 2021
Yep, Jim was a major hit in the late 60's with the Cortez High School choir --
My current wife (a.k.a. Debbie) was also at Cortez, singing in the choir, and recommend him for our "band" at the time (a.k.a. "The Reasons Why"), which in 1969/70, became "The Beaugart Band" -- p.s. I have a 7" reel recording of the group) -- The Doors were our cover -- miss his voice -- I couldn't sing like that -- but we did harmonize pretty good - jack
October 23, 2021
The years are going by quickly. It's hard to believe that next year, it will be 10 years since Jim's passing.   Oh how I wish he were still around. 

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