Jim W. DeLaite, 69, of Largo, FL, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2013 at Bay Pines VA Health Care System.
Born in Warner Robins, GA, he moved here from New Orleans, LA in 1977. He worked as a Merchant Seaman for Tidewater (Tidex) Oil and as a counselor for PCAS, Inc. (PAR) in Clearwater, FL. He was Protestant and an Air Force veteran of the Vietnam Era earning the rank of Airman Third Class. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He enjoyed Chess and was a screenwriter of historical fiction.
Survivors include his LifePartner of 25 years, Linda “Lin” Nelson, of Largo; her family, and many loving friends.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Jim will always be a guiding spirit in our lives. He touched thousands of us with his experience and love. We will miss his one liners filled with depth and weight. We love you and will see you at the big meeting up above. Nancy Joerss
We love and miss Jimmy as well as blessed to have shared our lives journey with him. He is sure to be surrounded by good friends like Moped, Rex, Happy Ed, Carol Johnson Banks and Boston Frank drinking bad coffee, eating as many cookies as he wants, discussing love and service
I am honored and privileged for having had Jim to follow. He was a true gentleman who personified love and service.. Forever vigilant. Love you Jim.
Jim you are a great teacher and friend your memory and lessons will forever be in my heart. Have fun in heaven.
I was so blessed to see your smile on a regular basis for some years now. A postive force in my life and recovery…If I can help somebody as I pass along THEN my living with not be in vain.”RIP knowng that has been accomplished.
Jim will always be remembered as a no nonsense sponsor.”You must always be vigilant” is what he told me. I will miss you, Jim!
Condolences to Lin on the loss of such a beautiful, gentle man. Bruce Carolan
Jim lived a life of honor and integrity – and tirelessly encouraged others to do the same. What a joy and privilege to have been touched by Jim’s life. He will be missed. Terry O.
I’m still in shock. Jimmy was very special to me, and a part of a very important time in my life. Love to Lin, and to those who remember 1112 & 2250 & cigarette lickin’ & the bicycle shop & mopeds…
Jim always beamed with a happiness and zest for life. AKA Pierre… he was somewhat of a jolly jokester. I will miss his presence but I am glad he was one of the few who grabbed his second chance at life and lived it to the fullest; helping countless others to become the people they were meant to be. He met a girl and fell in love; Something that is truly priceless. I am beyond happy to have met him on my journey. There will never be another Jim. He is a special man.
God Speed Jim. We love you and hope you are enjoying being reunited with old friends. You will be missed.
He will be loved and missed dearly. He is one of the only ones to call me Angie. We will miss his laughs, giggles and ora.
Angela and Casey Motley
he has helped so many of us men to walk a better path.
Thanks for all your hard work and dedication!!! Thanks for setting the standard, you and Lin both are in my heart!!!! Love, Steph
My cousin James “Wyn” (to me!) will be sorely missed. That funny quirky smile and easy going way about him will be greatly missed. I grew up in Carolina and have wonderful memories of the older cousin who lived with us for a time. He got is life together, and met an amazing Lady who became his partner and I am so proud of what he accomplished. My Husband Mark met Wyn a few years ago, and we had pleasure of his company for a short time here in Va. Rest In Peace Wyn. We love you. Lin, we love you and pray for comfort & peace at this time!