I was deeply saddened to hear of Jim,s passing. He was a wonderful person and such a joy to work with. I have thought of him often as we go about our daily work at the phone company. I know he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Jim's uniqueness in the form of his smarts and wittiness always bring a smile to all of his colleagues at AT&T. We "AE's" even enjoyed it when he would give us a hard time for being 'slow to get it'. God's peace and blessings to all of Jim's family and friends.

I am just hearing of the loss of Jim.  It was amazing working with Jim so knowledgable and knew where to go for most everything.   Very sorry for your loss

I was just made aware of Jim's passing today. I am so sorry to hear the news. I enjoyed working with Jim in AT&T Wholesale markets and loved his wit and sense of humor. My prayers go out to Jane and his family.

When I started with AT&T, I had the opportunity to work with Jim for several years. He was a wealth of experience, knowledge and contacts. I am grateful for the time he took to help with questions and provide direction. You never forget those things and since that time, I try to pass along that same kind of help to others.  Keeping you in thoughts and prayers.

I enjoyed working with Jim and remember him fondly. I'm so sorry for your loss.

JIM YOU WILL BE MISSED AS MUCH IN LIFE BY YOUR FAMILY AS I HAVE YOU OVER THE PAST 10 OR SO YEARS... all in CAPS in remembrance of Jim's email style. ;)

Jim was one of the good guys at AT&T. A wonderful person to work with. I am sorry for your loss.

The last 9 days have been very hard on all of us.  Jim Washburn has been a very close ham radio friend for a couple of years.  I miss him so so much.  When Jim was on the air with us,  it was a big fun party.  I have been in ham radio for 50 years.  I have never met anyone during that time that loved ham radio and his radio buddies as much as K4GYH.  God speed Jim.  I will never forget you.

Karl (with a K) Phillips K4GZZ - Lilburn, Georgia

I never had the pleasure of meeting Jim but I did talk with him alot on the radio. A straight arrow he would say and I will never forget him and the impression that he has left on me. 
He was easy to like and right now he is giving that distinctive laugh and talking on the radio from Heaven about his ACME products.
My condolences to those left behind but take comfort in knowing that he will be waiting. 
Thanks Jim, it was short but ooh soo sweet and you will be missed  
73 
KI4ZZD  Andalusa Sue(nickname give to me by the 3975 Georgia Single Sideband Group)

I am so sorry for your family's loss - The Gieseys

Praying for you and your family during this time and the days to come.

Mrs. LeBlanc,

You have my deepest sympathies. The YMS Mustang Family sends out its love and prayers to you and your family for your loss. Please let us know if we can assist you in any way. Take cake.

Praying for your entire family during this difficult time! May God comfort and provide you with wonderful memories to hold in your hearts!

The Old buzzard

The old buzzard flies high towards the sun,
the worries of the world left behind the patriotic colors he wouldn't let run.
He rides the radio waves to see his kin,
leaving behind happiness wherever he's been.
A legacy of love he honorably protected,
not one of his babies left rejected.
He lands on the gleaming gates to guard and wait,
preparing the way for his sweetheart knowing shes always late.
Semper-fi, he yells as he looks down upon us some more,
"you'll save 30 cents if you buy the milk at that store."
And we hear his voice in our heads, the lessons he gave,
his loved ones know he's the rock the one to talk to when they needed a save.
His words echo timelessly through air and sea,
" roger that, this is K4GYH, I'm out of the sandbox for good, 73"

I never personally met Jim but I enjoyed his voice and comments on the 3.975 Net.
He will be sorely missed. God bless you and your family.

I was a grade school/high school classmate of "Jimmy Bill" (8 boys, 9 girls) in Augusta, Ill, population 850..  He was (then) 6 feet tall which made him our default center of the good ole' Augusta Community High School basketball team. Other than farming, there wasn't a lot to hold kids in that immediate area but the childhood experiences we all had, er, created, have stuck with us through the years.  Being a HAM operator in his teen years was Jim's way to start expanding his world. I'm so glad Dawn tracked me down through one of my other 7 male classmates! Marjorie, he was/is a good man!

I only knew Jim for a few years on the radio (3.975 Net )But to Joke and cut up with him For Just A few minutes a day was the highlight of my day .I will miss herring his voice. God bless you and your family.

Michael Huff (KK4MH)

Prayers for your family during your grief. May your Dads love live in your hearts.

So sorry to hear this.  My prayers are with you and Tara as you say goodbye to a special person.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort, George - KD4QMY

Jane and Family,will miss Jim's humor on the radio.Won't be the same without him.Our prayers are with you,Louis K4IIE

WA4ENC,,,,,LES McCAMPBELL,  COVINGTON, GA










Jane and Family. I am at a loss for words to say  and explain how much I will miss Jim. We talked to each other almost every night for Nine Years. 

May God give you all the strength to get you through this Saddest of times.

I will be Praying for the Family.

W4BRS, Bob Dary, Anderson, SC.

OBITUARY

Mr. James "Jim" B. Washburn

April 16, 1942 – May 23, 2015

Whitley Garner At Rosehaven Funeral Home

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