“So sorry to hear that Diamond Jim has passed. My parents began taking us to the drag strip when I was in grade school. I have always felt so lucky...Read More » ”
1 of 19 | Posted by: Alice Beveroth - Morrison, IL
“Jim was a Great Man ! ”
2 of 19 | Posted by: Scott Weets - Morrison, IL
“I have very Fond memories of my late Husband SID SEELEY "MOLINE MADMAN" and DIAMOND JIM Bench Racing--They would try to OUT DO the Other!! Jim...Read More » ”
3 of 19 | Posted by: Sandy Seeley-Copley - BLUE GRASS, IA
“I have very Fond memories of my late Husband SID SEELEY "MOLINE MADMAN" and DIAMOND JIM Bench Racing--They would try to OUT DO the Other!! Jim...Read More » ”
4 of 19 | Posted by: Sandy Seeley-Copley - BLUE GRASS, IA
“To the Crownhart Family, We would like to extend our deepest sympathy upon Jim's passing. We had many good times racing with Jim, and will always...Read More » ”
5 of 19 | Posted by: Doug and Cathy Mills/ BossMan Racing - FL
“he was a good friend to me and nice to be around. he got me start in collecting hat.i will mist him at the world series ”
6 of 19 | Posted by: ron weimer - morrison, IL
“From the first time I saw Diamond Jim go down the track in Elliot Lake, Ontario several years ago, to the most recent this past September in...Read More » ”
7 of 19 | Posted by: Brian Parker
“Dear W and Family ... All we can do is offer you what Jim would offer us ... a HUG and a SMILE. From Neil's memories working with Jim back in the 80...Read More » ”
8 of 19 | Posted by: Jean, Neil & Maddie Richmond 
- IL
“Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I went to Newman with Jime and I worked with Shelly at KSB Hospital. God Bless the entire family at this difficult...Read More » ”
9 of 19 | Posted by: Michael Wessels - Rock Falls, IL
“Our deeped sympathies to the Family. Jim was always smiling and will be sadly missed by our whole drag racing community. ”
10 of 19 | Posted by: Darren & Jennifer Frasso
“I'm from Pembroke Ontario Canada and race in Luskville Quebec where "Diamond Jim" frequented often to make his runs down the track. His smiles and...Read More » ”
11 of 19 | Posted by: Jason Fletcher - Pembroke, AL
“Jim hired me and I worked for him at Sauk Valley Wrecker & Fence in 1985. Jim was a great teacher. Showing me Fencing,also Towingg and recovery. He...Read More » ”
12 of 19 | Posted by: Mark Hondley - Sterling, IL
“Willi & Family we are so sorry for your loss, Jim will be missed by many at Luskville Dragway. Jim will always be remembered ”
13 of 19 | Posted by: Janet & Mike - Ottawa
“Dan, Shelly, Taryn, Teagan and Taylor-our deepest sympathy for your loss. Jim is and always will be a big part of many people's first experience with...Read More » ”
14 of 19 | Posted by: Robbin and Jade Clifton - IL
“Linda and I are deeply saddened by Diamond Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Willy and family. Stay strong. Linda & Marc...Read More » ”
15 of 19 | Posted by: Marc Sauvé - Luskville
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May God bless each and everyone in his family. ”
16 of 19 | Posted by: Mr.& Mrs.Orrie Stroup& families - IL
“Thank you for the memories. You will always be a drag racing legend my firend. ”
17 of 19 | Posted by: Bill and Linda Stoermer - IL
“Please know the thoughts and prayers of many drag racing fans are with all of you at your loss. ”
18 of 19 | Posted by: Joe Taylor - Moline, IL
“I've known Jim from the days of the Manufacturers Meets during the 70's at Byron. I'm not sure I've ever known anyone who just plain enjoyed being at...Read More » ”
19 of 19 | Posted by: Norman Wellman - Manchester, IA
