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Tuesday, August 8, 2017
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Mack Gill posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 30, 2017
I'm sorry to have only learned of Jim's passing today. I knew Jim as a mentor while I was a graduate student at Yale in the early 1990's. Jim went out of his way to support me in many ways, including facilitating both an internship at the UN and involvement in the larger UN studies project he was directing at Yale. Beyond this very tangible and meaningful support Jim was always available for a friendly and supportive chat and I remember how much that meant to me. His kindness and warmth was so special and tangible. We remained in touch and I fondly remember some happy lunches in New York over the years. I will miss Jim and I am proud to be a part of his community. My heartfelt condolences to all of you on your loss. Mack.
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Diana Hulick posted a condolence
Thursday, May 11, 2017
Jim Sutterlin and my father Charlie Hulick were best friends and colleagues. As a result our families became friends and that is how Jim and I became friends in an intergenerational friendship that started with my infancy and has lasted my entire life. To be accurate, Jim was my friend and as I grew up I learned to be his friend.
When you see people with such deep connectedness often their friendships were forged under difficult circumstances.This was true of Jim and Charlie, who first met at Harvard for German studies and then served in post WWII Berlin when it was still officially a war zone, for war as they discovered, and we now know, does not stop when the fighting does.
They were also friends because of the content of their character. Jim, like my father, was a thoughtful deliberate person. Both were acute observers of human life and nature, yet they were quick to love, and without cynicism. As Jaimie, Jim's daughter said; they were humble men. They were aware of their own faults, of the status good fortune and hard work had conferred upon them, yet they understood human failure while holding themselves and others to account. They were driven by a sense of justice and a longing for peace. One trait that stands out was their ability to find a solution, though born of difficulty and conflicting interests, that was a clear-eyed step toward peace. In Jim's case, his successful argument allowing UN peace keepers to use force to achieve their mission saved many lives.
I will always be grateful to Jim, because, like Charlie, person by person, decision by decision, he helped mankind, but as importantly, he showed us how to live as a fully engaged being who loved his work, his country and his family and friends. He showed a deep delight in life's pleasures, good food, good wine, poetry, the quiet beauty of art and nature and the stimulation of travel. Jim and I shared a love of the French poet Villon and a Quaker college education. I still remember when Jim brought Beluga caviar from the Soviet Union to share with my family. Unfortunately, I was considered to young to partake. Later as an adult, I shared a memorable meal of venison and new potatoes with Jim, Betty and my parents in an medieval German inn amidst vineyards.
While immersed in life, both Jim and Charlie had a quiet meditative center. In Jim's case it may have grown out of his his Quaker training at Haverford. It was this lodestone that made us as sure of him as he was of us. At the end his words to me say it best. The inscribed copy Jim gave me of his memoire the Snows of Yesteryear reads
For Diana: In memory of the love that joins our families -Jim
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Deborah Pfau posted a condolence
Thursday, May 11, 2017
Renate and family
Jim was such a special person and always brought knowledge and humor to each discussion. His presence will be missed. John and I pray for your peace and comfort during this difficult time.
I’M STILL HERE, Author Unknown
Friend, please don’t mourn for me
I’m still here, though you don’t see.
I’m right by your side each night and day
and within your heart I long to stay.
My body is gone but I’m always near.
I’m everything you feel, see or hear.
My spirit is free, but I’ll never depart
as long as you keep me alive in your heart.
I’ll never wander out of your sight -
I’m the brightest star on a summer night.
I’ll never be beyond your reach -
I’m the warm moist sand when you’re at the beach.
I’m the colorful leaves when fall comes around
and the pure white snow that blankets the ground.
I’m the beautiful flowers of which you’re so fond,
The clear cool water in a quiet pond.
I’m the first bright blossom you’ll see in the spring,
The first warm raindrop that April will bring.
I’m the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine,
and you’ll see that the face in the moon is mine.
When you start thinking there’s no one to love you,
you can talk to me through the Lord above you.
I’ll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees,
and you’ll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze.
I’m the hot salty tears that flow when you weep
and the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.
I’m the smile you see on a baby’s face.
Just look for me, friend, I’m everyplace.
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Elaine Weingarten, At Home on the Sound posted a condolence
Thursday, May 11, 2017
On behalf of the Board of Directors of At Home on the Sound, I extend our deepest sympathy to Renate and the entire family of James, a beloved member of At Home on the Sound.
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Phoebe Overall Büsges posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
When I was in high school with you, Sabrina, I remember admiring your father. He was such a brilliant and elegant man. Truth be told, I often wished that he were my father. I am so grateful to have known him. Here are my warmest of all blessing for you and your family. Phoebe
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Wednesday, May 10, 2017
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Miron Groyzburg posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
Jamie, I am terribly sorry to hear about the passing of your father. After the tears have dried and the goodbyes have been said, all we have to hold onto are the happy memories that we’ve shared with our loved ones who have passed, this is what keeps them alive in our hearts and in our minds, and they will continue to live on, through us.
May my condolences bring you consolation and peace during this painful time.
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Wednesday, May 10, 2017
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Daniel Feldman posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
Jamie:
I express my condolences on the loss of your father. Your father led an immensely impressive life of service and kindness in critical ways to our country and the world. I have no doubt that he was the same way if not more with you and the entire family. Even if I may not have personally met him, he leaves each of us with an important legacy.
May you always have fond memories of him and his life, and his memory always be a blessing.
Daniel Feldman
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lucille naughton posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
i have known and loved Renate and Jim for many a year. Jim was a gentleman and a scholar. He was kind, loving, very erudite and fun...all rolled into one. I shall miss his gentle presence. Rest in peace, sweet friend.
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