N/Cal has a loss in our flock......

[GONE14S]

This afternoon we lost Jim D Sr to a hit and run driver.
As most of us know Jim Sr was big asset to the N/Cal gang.

Jim Jr is going to need a little time to straighten out his affairs.
Lets hope he will be able to make it back to us.

Jim,
Take the time you need and if theres anything you need from myself or Wendy you know how to get a hold of us.
If we can't help I'm sure that there are some N/Cal folks that might be able to fill in the blanks. Where all here Jim.

From myself and Wendy.........our condolence...Take care.


Kurt and Wendy

[hockeydad2]

To the Demmitt Family,

our condolences,

bob zaldain and family

[John Shelton]

Jim, I'm so sorry to hear this terrible news. Please accept my sincere condolences.

I really enjoyed talking with your dad. He was like an encyclopedia of drag racing. I always appreciated all the tips and advice he gave me from his wealth of knowledge. We'll really miss him.

Hang in there, hillbilly brother.

[DamonSlowpokeBaumann]

Jim sorry about your loss...Losing my dad unexpectedly at a young age two years ago, I feel your pain..My condolences to you and your family..Hang in there you have lots of people out here to support ya

[hwycoper]

Jim,

Sue and I are sorry to here about the tragic loss of your Dad. He was a great man who really enjoyed racing and was always there when some one needed help. He will be greatly missed by all who have had the honor to know your Dad.

Please accept our condolences,

Mark, Sue and Samantha

[chuck93sc]

jim

i know we have our differences and probably still will

i want you to know i SINCERELY regret your loss

my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your father

no one should have to go thru this

[tbirdsc357]

Jim, sorry to hear about the loss of you dad.

My deepest condolences goes out to you and your family.

Steve.

[35th SC]

Jim,
I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Please accept my condolences. Let us (the So.Cal. group) know if there is anything we can do to help.

Mike

[Kurt K]

Sorry to hear about you loss. My condolences to you and your family.

[rivlee]

I know how close you and your Dad were Jimmy. We're all a little poorer today. You're in my thoughts & prayers.

Lee

[Wzenheimer]

Jim,

Sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You have my deepest condolences.

Chris

[Ron Randall]

I amso sorry about your dad. He helped me so very much at the track in Fomoso. I hope that you are doing ok. I would hate to go through what you are going through. Ron Randall

[David Neibert]

Jim,

Please accept my sincere condolences on the tragic loss of your father.

David

[MIKE 38sc]

Jim I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family have my deepest condolences.:(

[Andy 94SC]

This is very shocking. A tragic loss to everyone.

Jim and family, my most sincere condolences.

[mendolamite]

Jim,

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your father, your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

[Dick Adams]

Jim,

Even though I have never met you or your Dad, I feel like I know you by having followed your post on this board for years.
I know how close you and your Dad were by every time you posted about your trips to the strip, meets etc. he was always with you.

Judy and I both send to you and your family our most sincere condolences.

May God be with you at this most difficult time.

Dick Adams

[mannysc]

Jim my family and i send our condolences,

the world has lost a great man,

I I dont know what to say ,
but that our prayers go to you and your family

sincerly
Manny De Anda and family.

[black95sc]

Jim,

I send to you and your family my most sincere condolences.

Thomas

[supercatxr7]

A terrible loss to you and your family. Focus on the good times you had together.
mark

[93 Mark VIII]

Jim,
Very sorry to hear about your loss, I can't imagine what you are going thru. I wish you and your family well, and my sincere condolences.


Brian

[JSC]

Very sorry to hear about this. Losing a parent suddenly is something i unfortunately can relate to.
My condolences to you.

Jeff Garten

[SeanMatteson]

Jim,

You've been attacked many times on these forums for whatever reasons, but you've stuck it out and continued to be a leader in this community. The loss of your father is tragic, and to be honest I can't even begin to know what it is that you're going through right now. I can only wish you and your family the strength necessary to get through this and continue on once again.

My sincere condolences, Jim! You're in my thoughts, and my prayers.

Respectfully yours,

Sean

[al35thsc]

Jim,

Our deepest condolences from my fam and I. Remember, he is always with you.

Alex

[onequiksc]

Jim, please accept my condolences on your loss, words get in the way for me at moments like this.

My prayers are with you and your family.

[Hellraizer547]

Jim,

Jim D Sr. was a great guy and a kind guy to talk to. I wouldn't even begin knowing how it is to lose somebody, especially sombody who has taught you everything you know and who was a great impact in your life. My condolences to his family, his friends and you. Take it easy.

Sergio

[Michael Mattix]

Jim,
I'm very sorry for your sudden loss. I lost my dad at 44 with a hole in his heart. He had chest pains one day, so he went to the hospital. They gave him a nitro pill, he went to sleep and never woke up. Unfortunately, I know about losing a father too soon. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Mike

[Micahdogg]

Jim, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I hope that the life long memories you have of him will help to heal your heart over time. My prayers are with you.

Micah

[Coast to Coast SC]

Jim,
Your father was and will always be an important part of your life. He had an impact on all who spoke to him, as shown by this outpouring of affection. I had what was a very memorable conversation with him at Famoso at which time he taught me quite a bit about traction off the line. This like the thousands of lessons he passed onto you will live on. Take the enthusiasm, the love of life he had and make it your own. It is difficult at these times to see that he will exist as long as a part of him is held close to your heart and his ideas are reflected in your actions. So take with you a piece of his personality and make it your own. Be proud, be strong, and be willing to let the best of him shine through in you.

Anthony Connell

[Rob Noth]

Jim,
I'm so sorry to hear this terrible news. My condolences to you and your family.

I feel lucky to have known your father and to have had the opportunity to spend some times together at the track and elsewhere. He will be missed by the whole SCCOA Norcal family.

[GONE14S]

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I'd like to share my memories of Mr Demmitt Sr.

I first met him at the SCCoSW's Vegas meet - he was coaching Jimmy through a killer burnout in the parking garage. He was much, much nicer than I expected after having a taste of several "competitive natured" posts.

He gave me a ton of pointers the next day at the track.

The next day at Hoover Dam when the cars were parked and we went on the damn tour I think he truly realized that being the fastest was not the Vegas meet was all about. . I also remember standing at the middle of the dam with Mr. Demmitt and John Shelton walking up, looking over the edge, and saying "damn" - Mr. Demmitt and I laughed our asses off.

Kelly Simons and I visited the Bakersfield meet for the last 2 years. This year I watched Mr. Demmitt proudly coach Jimmy on several runs. We talked about everything from the famous O-rings, performance chips, to roll-cages. I can tell you one thing for certain - this man loved the Super Coupe. He talked about it being ahead of it's time and the timeless lines the car has.

I remember having dinner with everyone that evening, telling jokes and laughing like no tomorrow. I remember Mr. Demmitt loved his coffee - he must of downed a whole pot. In the parking lot after dinner he explained in detail how to change the rear mains on my 460 RV engine. Sadly, that was the last time I spent with him.

My heart hurts for all that know Mr. Demmitt. My prayers are with Jimmy and his family. You can be assured that my next burnout is in his honor.

IMO, Mr. Demmitt's competitive spirit has brought a lot to the SC community and he has earned my sincerest honor.

Godspeed Mr. Demmitt.

Sincerely,
Kurt Sunday

Well writen Kurt. On behalf of Jim Jr and all the N/Cal Thank You!

Kurt Sr

[35th SC]

Kurt,
I read that on the TBU the other day. Glad you posted it for all to see!

Mike

[Aaron Pedroza]

I just heard Jim. John dropped me a line and told me the news. Let me say we lost someone special. I am glad I got to know your father and consider myself lucky I spent the time with him I did. My deepest condolences on your loss Jim. The SC community lost someone special.

[90scmxdream]

Jim.
I am so sorry to hear this terrible news.
please accept my sincere condolences.
You are in my toughts and prayers.

jose.

[turbospeed]

my most sincere condolences, , i passed thru the same thing when i was 10 , be proud of your father and remeber that he is always going to be with you.


Daniel Lopez

[ThunderCoupe94]

Wow! Very Sorry to hear this tragic news. Jim, your family will be in my prayers. Keep your head up and remember all the Great time you got to spend with your father. Godspeed Mr Jim D Sr. My sincer condolences

Jayson

[Broham]

I'm truly sorry Jim.
Best wishes.
-Abe

[SCYALTR]

Jim Jr,
No one person can ever experience all that life has to offer although your Father did experience much of what life has to offer. It is only through sharing - experiences, feelings, insights - that we can hope to grow beyond our own meager lifetime.
I am glad that your Father had the opportunity to share his experience with us.
I am thankful to have met your Father, and had the opportunity to not only talk about cars but life in general. I too like Kurt had several occasions where we as a group had some light hearted times with you and your father. No one will ever be able to replace your Father, which is a good thing.

I am glad that he lives in my memory.

Laterz,
D Rainer