With heavy hearts, his wife of 63 years, Gladys, daughter Rhonda (Rob) and son David (Jean) share that their beloved husband and father, Jim, pre-deceased by his mother, Anne Wiernek (Andrew), passed away peacefully on September 8th at the Kemptville District Hospital from complications due to pneumonia, with family by his side and surrounded by visits from cherished family and friends throughout his stay. Big Jim will be dearly missed by “Best Bud” Brian and Lucy Culp and “Fairy Goddaughter” Krista Brosseau (Kevin and son Nicholas). Sweet Grandpa will be dearly missed by Sofia, Gemma and James.
A proud retired member of the RCMP, Jim looked back fondly on his early years policing in New Brunswick before moving to Ottawa, where he worked in the pioneering field of fingerprinting at the Ident Branch. During this time, the Force sent him to Carleton University where he earned a Bachelor of Journalism. His career later took him around the world as Officer in Charge of the RCMP Musical Ride, followed by years of teaching and mentoring at the Police College. He concluded his distinguished service in public affairs at RCMP National Headquarters. He loved to give out RCMP Musical Ride pins whenever he met anyone new and always wore one on his ballcap. Following his retirement from the Force, he taught democratic policing to police forces throughout the Balkans. For Jim, it was always about the people he met and worked with. Many of his work colleagues became good friends to Gladys and Jim.
Beyond his career, Jim and Gladys enjoyed cruising and travelling. He also loved time spent on the water and on the golf course or at the cottage, treasuring many happy years with dear friends whether in Ottawa, his cottage, on his boat or during winters in Myrtle Beach and later in Port Charlotte, Florida. He loved a good laugh, was a warm and welcoming host and always up for a game of cards or visit to the Tiki hut in Punta Gorda.
He loved his hobbies, from stained glass and woodworking to painting and pottery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jim’s memory to the Kemptville District Hospital, the Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind, or a charity of your choice would be deeply appreciated.
In keeping with Jim’s wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will be present to receive condolences on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 9:30am in the Sacred Space at Beechwood Cemetery, Funeral and Cremation Services with a memorial service being held starting at 10:00am. The memorial service will be followed a reception in the Borden and Fleming Suites at Beechwood Cemetery, Funeral and Cremation Services until 1:30pm.
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Mike and Tonie Robblee
Margie and Peter Reynolds
Gladys, Rhonda, David and family. We are so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. We have so many wonderful memories of the good times we had during the hockey years at Canterbury arena. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Elaine and Aubrey Osborne
We were saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. His friendship and wonderful sense of humour are sorely missed by his friends at Maple Leaf.
Our sympathy to Gladys and the family.
Bill & JoAnn McGee, Don Mills
We were so saddened to learn of Jim’s passing. He was a great friend who had a warm sense of humour. We very much enjoyed playing cards and golf, but especially having dinners together at home or at our mutually favourite “restaurant”, the Tiki Hut in Punta Gorda. We loved to hear of his experiences in the Force and the expressions he learned along the way, like “there’s no shore like the north shore and that’s for shore”. Rest in peace, Good Friend.
Angus Ross and Linda Burgess
Gladys and family - we were sad to hear of Jim’s passing. Maple Leaf will be diminished with his loss.
Elaine and Aubrey Osborne
We were saddened to hear of Jim’s passing and wish to offer our condolences to Gladys and the Walker family. Jim will always be remembered at Maple Leaf for friendship and wonderful sense of humour.
Farewell Jim.
E. Margaret MacDonald
Sending sincere sympathy to Gladys, Rhonda,David and family at this sad time of deep loss.Cousin James David has left a fine legacy of service of which we were proud.May fond memories of happy family times shared bring you comfort.
Margaret MacDonald
Sending sincere sympathy to Gladys, Rhonda, David and family at this sad time of deep loss.
Cousin James David has left a fine family and work legacy of which we are proud. May fond memories of happy times shared bring you comfort.
Cousin Margaret MacDonald
Celtic prayer-
Deep peace of the quiet earth to you,
Deep peace of the running wave to you,
Deep peace of the gentle night to you,
Deep peace of the flowing air to you,
Deep peace of the shining stars to you,
Deep peace of Christ,
the Light of the world to you.
Jeff and Katarina Shave
Jim you will be sorely missed, my friend. A true, really "good guy", great neighbour and dear friend who would do anything for anyone. I remember all the lobster and steak fests in your garage and how we pulled together and (in typical Jim fashion) helped as many neighbours as we could as a team during the ice storm. Sad end to a wonderful era on Marina Drive. Gladys, we'll do whatever we can to help. God bless you all.....you are loved.
Gladys: Our condolences to you and your family. We will all miss the "big guy". Working with him in our "other life" was a great experience. A lot of great memories. R.I.P. Jim.