I was a Staples Soccer player and student of Jim's who graduated in 2016. He was one of the only adults at Staples that I truly looked up to. He always told me great stories of traveling and always embodied what a father figure was to me. We also shared a passion for Staples Soccer. My parents remember sitting next to him at my Senior Day Soccer game, they chatted together about Argentina and boating. That game was the first time my parents got to see me score a goal, they won't ever forget it. They came home and told me "we were sitting next to the nicest guy at the game!" I was so filled with joy that they got to meet him. Even though I graduated two years ago, God fortunately gave me the chance to see him one last time at the Staples Soccer 60th Anniversary game last month. When I asked him how he was doing, he lifted his hat and told me about his suffering health. Even despite this, he asked me all about how I was enjoying college and he was still in as good of spirits as he always was. That positive, calm attitude he had towards his tough situation and towards life... I will keep with me forever. I strive to grow up to be as good of a man as he was. His loyalty for Staples is something that has been passed down onto me. His legacy lives in each and every one of the people whose lives he touched, I truly believe that. I am so sorry for your loss and although words can never heal the pain, I wanted you to know how grateful I am for having known Jim. His legacy will live forever. Sending Love, Andres Marmelo