Obituaries

I me Jim in 1981 as class mates in a funded government program to re-educate adults for new careers. Jim and I were two of the better machinist students but he had that military discipline while I was a social butterfly. Jim came to school everyday with one thing in mind, learning a new trade and rarely took time away from a machine. Jim was the old man in our class and yet the only house party occured at his house. Maybe because he was the only one with a house. Jim had remodeled his old house in Spryfield into a beautiful home , working at night after spending the day in school. Over the years I would stop in to visit him any time I saw him in his yard which was often in the Summer because he was always working on something. In school he told navy stories and in later years it was always boating stories or about Florida and the Carolinas. He had an adventuresome life and did what had to be done right to the end. It is sad to hear that he passed but always comforting to know that he didn't suffer and didn't have time to complain about it. Always efficient, get the job done! Condolences to ELaine and his family.

I just learned of Jim's passing from Dennis Harding and was shocked to hear this news. I had the good fortune to get to know Jim well during my many years at AYC. I was always working on TooNautie a 27 ft Bayliner and Jim was always there checking in on me or fetching a special tool he made to help me with a challenging fix. Someone mentioned a living legend and that he was and what a storied life lived to the fullest. I loved his stories and sipping a rum with Jim and Neil as they are some of the best memories of my boating life. In many ways he took this young enthusiastic boater and coached him into a worthy seamen. However, there was this one time that Jim made with me my first journey to Rogues Roost as the entrance to the roost can be tricky for a first timer but with Jim's guidance I knew things would be OK. As we entered the channel entrance he was firm on taking the left side of the small shoal but the sounder quickly closed in depth and we nicked my prop...well he could not believe what had just happened but after reflection I think he was just providing an education that I would never forget - stay to the right! I have never forgot that lesson. Jim you were loved in life and will be forever in my memory and without a doubt with all who knew you. Rest in Peace my friend. I know our old late friend Dave Hickey is holding the ball for all of us. Tie up alone side and have a heavenly glass of rum. Rest in Peace!

Jim was a living legend in the Engineers, and a great role model to young lads like myself. Smart as a whip, respectful, an innovative problem solver, he was also a kind and genuine mentor. A showman always full of great stories he was a master at telling, he kept many in stitches until you were crying from laughter. Other lessons he told were life lessons, those of kindness, humility, honour and service. He manages so many lives into the one God gave him, what a great mentor he was. The very well written obituary does reflect Jim and his essence as he was from his humble beginnings. From our very large military family to yours, our sincere and deepest condolences. To you Jim: Rest while you can, until we all meet again at the lords table with our legions of brothers and sisters for the Grand Mess Diner, CHIMO

colin and I, as others, the night he hopped on a chair and shared his eyeball for all to see. We still think about the bbqs that you,ronnie and Jimmy, did a bang up job on that lamb or was it goat? See you on the other side til then RIP Colin/Marilyn Campbell

So saddened to learn of the loss of Jim. Charlie Hamm and Knobby Walsh are sitting in the Stern Club of HMCS Granby awaiting your arrival...Godspeed to you, sir.

Our very deepest condolences to Elaine and the family! We were on "C" dock for many years and remember Jim well! He was always very friendly and had great stories to tell! Although no words can bring you comfort during this very difficult time, know that we are thinking of you and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers! -Joe and Charlotte Lichter

My deepest condolences to Elaine and family. Jim was always and will always be a bright light in everyone's life who had the pleasure of knowing him. Sending love and prayers to family and friends.

So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a friendly and a kind individual. Brian McKenzie

The Canadian Military Engineers extend to you and your family our deepest sympathies in your time of sorrow with the passing of Jim Corbett. Major General D. Benjamin, CMM, CD (Retired) Colonel Commandant of the Canadian Military Engineers https://cmea-agmc.ca/cme-family-last-post

My heartfelt condolences to Elaine and family for our collective loss. Jim was a longtime AYC friend. A tad "rough around the edges" at times, but a very intelligent, witty person with a "heart of gold" and always willing to help. I'll miss him, his storytelling and great sense of humour. Carl Goodwin

Knew Jim from the Dockyard. He was one of a kind—condolences to family and friends. Keep on rocking in Heaven Jim. Brian D. Johnson

My sincere condolences to Jim's Family. Marion Jones(late Don Jones wife)

We were dock mates on "C" dock AYC for many years and enjoyed Jim's sense of humour and his always friendly smile. He will be remembered fondly. MK/ewc

Deepest condolences to Jim's wife and family. He was truly exceptional and always brought a smile to the room.

Dad is meeting you on the other side. May you rest in peace Uncle Jim. I just wish we had more time. Until we meet again.