MACINTYRE – James (Jim) Francis

In Memorial

April 1, 1964 – March 10, 2010

Jim MacIntyre of Calgary passed away on Wednesday, March 10 2010 in his home at the age of forty-five years. Born in Antigonish, he is the son of Lynn and Jack MacIntyre. He is survived by daughters MacKenzie and Cameron and by his friend Denise McIntyre. He was a devoted father and his greatest achievement was being part of his children’s lives. The fifth of ten children, Jim was a proud Antigonisher and Nova Scotian with friends from one end of the country to the other. He was a meticulous journeyman carpenter who loved the trade so much that he was always doing something for friends and family on weekends. Jim was full of the devil, and he touched the lives of everybody he met. We don’t think he’ll ever know just how much we love him or how much we will miss him. You are in our hearts Jim-Bob, and we’ll proudly carry you around with us . . . you live on with us, and we will pass on and share those memories so that you will live on for your children and for all of the people you cared about.

Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.

In living memory of Jim MacIntyre, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, (14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E.) on Monday, March 15 , 2010 at 2:00 p.m. Telephone: (403) 256-9575.

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  1. Ekizabeth Cameron and Scott Graham on March 14th, 2010 3:46 pm

    To Everyone- I don’t quite know what to say. I wish I was there. Jim was one cool funny cat. He could certainly make us laugh. My prayers are going out to you all.
    Love ya
    Liz


  2. Wade Ferguson on March 14th, 2010 4:08 pm

    My condolences to Denise, their daughters and the MacIntrye family on their loss. We’ll miss the “Mac attack” on our annual fishing trip.

    Wade


  3. Clare and Terry Kennedy- St Andrews Antigonish on March 14th, 2010 5:04 pm

    To the MacIntyre family- Denise and Children.
    I have many fond meomries of Jim as a teenager and young adult being a frequent flyer at the MacIntyre house. I will remember his evil snicker and sense of humour. Good-bye Jim. Our thoughts are with your family at this sad time. Peace and good memories be with you all.


  4. Allan Lydon on March 14th, 2010 6:49 pm

    To Denise, Cameron, Mackenzie and the MacIntyre Clan.

    I was greatly saddened to hear that Jim had died last week. My words cannot lessen your pain nor can I provide any comfort from afar but I would like you to know I do share in your grief. I will miss my all too infrequent engagements with Jim and his spontaneous nature. Sorry for your loss. Allan


  5. Maureen (Lukeman) Palamarek on March 14th, 2010 7:17 pm

    To the MacIntyres & Denise and children…I was saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. I have been thinking of him a lot these past few days and every thought leaves me smiling as he was such a kind and truly genuinely nice guy. My thoughts of him take me to “Mrs Mac’s” paved driveway to ride my trike with him and Phonse, seeing him in school each day where he always made me feel like someone who counted as he would give a hello with that captivating smile of his that really was the window to his heart. Whenever he “cut” through our backyard he always had time to chat with Mrs Lukeman and was careful to walk under the laundry!! Jim took pity on my need for an escort and took me to my graduation dance at X…..that was a long time ago but I remember how much fun he made it….his time here was short but his light shines on in his children and in the beautiful memories he left us with. My deepest sympathies to you all.


  6. John Dobson on March 14th, 2010 7:44 pm

    I am very sorry to hear about Jim’s Death. Please accept my deepest condolences. I have always had a special spot in my heart for the Macintyre clan.
    Our heart is saddened by your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers
    John & Lisa Dobson


  7. Patty (McFarland) Rose on March 15th, 2010 5:01 am

    To the MacIntyre Family:

    My deepest sympathies go to all of you. Having spent much time with Diane at the MacIntyre house, I was very lucky to have known Jim as a loving, funny young man. I know how much he will be missed, and my heart breaks for your loss.
    You are all in my prayers.
    Love,

    Patty


  8. Cubby and Ray on March 15th, 2010 6:09 am

    To All the MacIntyres, Denise, Cameron and MacKenzie,

    Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Safe home Jim.

    Cub and Ray


  9. Judy and Glenn Gauthier- P.E.I. on March 15th, 2010 7:33 am

    To the MacIntyre Families,
    We were saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. We were fortunate to meet him when we traveled to Alberta, he was instantly a part of our family and a true friend. We will remember that smile and snicker that greeted you each time you met. Rest in peace Jim, we will remember you always.


  10. John McFarland Jr. on March 15th, 2010 10:19 am

    Dear MacIntyre Family,

    Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult of times. Jim was a great person and he will be missed.

    John McFarland Jr.


  11. Mary Deschamps on March 15th, 2010 12:39 pm

    Dear MacIntyre Family,
    Please accept all of our condolences concerning the loss of your beloved brother, son, and father. I wish that I could be with you, but all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Most sincerely, Mary Deschamps


  12. MARY LUKEMAN on March 15th, 2010 9:09 pm

    My many memories of Jim were from hanging around the Macintyre house with what seemed like hundreds of other kids, hearing Lynn yell out his name and he always arrived with a big grin! Such a nice guy who will be very much missed by a family full of love. My thoughts are with you all.
    Jan, keep all your memories of Jim close to your heart.

    Love, Mary


  13. John “Packy” McFarland on March 16th, 2010 7:07 am

    My condolences to the entire MacIntyre family as you deal with the loss of a loved one. My prayers are with you in this trying time.


  14. Mary(Whitty) MacIntosh on March 16th, 2010 10:43 am

    So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. The residents of The Heights may have changed over the years but the memories havn’t. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you go through this terrible time.
    The Whitty Family
    Antigonish, NS


  15. Lorme MacIntyre on March 16th, 2010 12:25 pm

    Lorne Edna and the rest of Jim’s Family

    Thank you all for all the love and support, it helps alot.


  16. Dorinda MacIsaac on March 16th, 2010 3:35 pm

    Hi everyone,

    I just wanted to express my absolute sadness at hearing of Jimmy’s passing.
    We were in class together since grade primary and what a rascal he was :) He made class
    much more interesting year after year!

    I have in my mind’s eye a picture of him with Mr Ralph MacIntosh, Joey MacFarland and Paul Aubrecht on our big road
    trip to Louisbourg. Just a bunch of boys hamming it up for the camera….and Mr MacIntosh
    grinning away.
    That is my special memory that I remember today…

    Hugs and kisses to his girls….I wish I was there to do it in person.
    He was a great guy and will be missed by so so many from home and across the country.

    My sincerest condolences…

    Dorinda MacIsaac


  17. Ron & Rosemarie Doiron on March 16th, 2010 4:57 pm

    May it comfort the MacIntyre family to know that when you lose a loved one, the grief that you are all feeling cannot take away the happiness you all shared . Thinking of you in your time of sorrow .
    Ron & Rosemarie
    Pomquet,
    Antigonish ,
    Nova Scotia .


  18. Mark Macgillivray on March 16th, 2010 8:05 pm

    My deepest condolences to the entire MacIntyre clan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these trying times.


  19. Wilfred Roache on March 17th, 2010 3:02 pm

    I am sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. I have not seen ‘ Jim the devil’ in about 15 years however I have not forgotten that grin. My sincerest condolences to his family and loved ones at this time.


  20. Ed and Margaret Murrin on March 17th, 2010 6:21 pm

    Our deepest sympathy to all the MacIntyre family. Our thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.


  21. Tonya (MacCormack) and Dave Macgillivray on March 17th, 2010 7:55 pm

    Dear Lynn, Jean and family,

    We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear son, brother, uncle, and Daddy. You are in our hearts and in our prayers now and in the difficult times to come. Take care of each other.

    Tonya, Dave, Ben and Emma


  22. Gordon Lefort on March 17th, 2010 8:47 pm

    Deepest sympathies to the MacIntyre family. I considered Jim a good friend over the years from knowing him in jr. high and years beyond high school. He was always a true cool cat and had that friendly way and permanent smile. I’m sure he was a perfect ambassador for Antigonish up in Calgary. A great guy and a terrible loss.


  23. Tom and Liz Farrell on March 18th, 2010 6:09 am

    Condolences to the MacIntyre family, Sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I have memories of Jim coming over the hill, from the Heights, heading for his grand mothers, (Mrs Mac). Jim would come over for a few minutes. Here Jim, Andy Hartery, and I, would share a few short stories and many laughs. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.


  24. Karen Kenny-Avery on March 18th, 2010 4:50 pm

    My Deepest Sympathy to Denise, MacKenzie, Cameron and the Entire MacIntyre Clan.

    I have so many great memories from our younger days! No one could make me laugh like Jim! Jim will be missed by so many people who loved him!

    Will keep all of you in my prayers,
    Karen Kenny-Avery
    Antigonish, NS


  25. Jack and Agnes Chisholm on March 19th, 2010 8:23 am

    Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.


  26. Ritchie Annand on March 19th, 2010 12:58 pm

    We moved in by Jim shortly after starting a family. The wonderful hardwood hallway of our place was actually built by Jim.

    We’ve been kept so busy by our baby, the first I ever knew of Jim being gone was encountering Denise by his house and hearing the news from her.

    Jim, you should still be with us. Condolences to you all :(


  27. Jean MacIntyre on March 20th, 2010 8:06 pm

    No words can express how powerful and comforting all your thoughts, condolences, and stories are to all of us; especially the smiles and laughs he has brought to so many. Many sincere thanks for your thoughts, very appreciated.

    So Sincerely
    Jean


  28. Lynne Laurie on March 22nd, 2010 6:40 am

    Please accept our deepest condolences. We worked with Jim for some time. He had a great smile and a wonderful personality.

    Don and Lynne


  29. Dana Aveline on March 23rd, 2010 9:11 pm

    My condolences to all the MacIntyre family, especially Pat and Keith, on the passing of Jim. He was pretty good to us younger kids, like a big brother tends to do. Miss you guys and take care.

    Dana Aveline


  30. Kathy Gurney Kyle on March 25th, 2010 7:05 am

    I have just now learned the news about Jim and am in absoulte shock. I send my most deepest condolences to all . Dorinda MacIssac said it the best those days will be in our minds forever . Braemore & the Regional wow what times we all had with him . God Bless everyone ..

    Kathy Gurney


  31. Marilyn Lynch on March 30th, 2010 12:43 pm

    TO; JACK MACINTYRE SR;
    JACK, TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL IN THIS TIME OF DIFFICULTY
    I AM THINKING OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND PRAYING FOR YOU. WE WILL NEVER UNDERSTAND THE REASON
    FOR THIS, BUT KNOW THAT HE IS WITH GOD NOW FOREVER. WE MUST BELIEVE THIS. UNTIL YOU MEET AGAIN
    BE PATIENT AND ACCEPT THE THINGS THAT YOU CANNOT UNDERSTAND. LOVE FROM MARILYN LYNCH, A CURLING
    BUDDY OF JACK, A WONDERFUL AND LOVING PERSON. WE ARE ALL WITH YOU FROM THE CURLING CLUB. I HAD TO
    GO THROUGH THIS AND THOUGHT I WOULD NEVER LIVE AGAIN, BUT TIME DOES HEAL AND WE WILL GET STRENGTH
    FROM A HIGHER POWER.


  32. Mike Delaney on April 30th, 2010 12:29 pm

    I am so sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. While I did not know Jim well, I have a very special connection to other members of the MacIntyre clan and I am deeply saddened by your loss.
    Please take care of each other.

    Mike Delaney


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