Rest In Peace

jim vecchio

  • The High Road

    The High Road

    a dizain poem
    from 4 reviews.
    General  Poetry

  • The Day It Happened

    The Day It Happened

    cyhydedd naw ban poem
    from 3 reviews.
    General  Poetry

  • Casey, With A C

    Casey, With A C

    contest entry
    from 3 reviews.
    General  Fiction


jim vecchio: I am sorry to report that Jim Vecchio passed away on June 5, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida. After his daughter, Elisabeth, Fanstory was the most important thing in his life. In fact, when they called 911, he stated that he not even want to go because he would get behind in his writing. He now has the joy of reuniting with his wife, Rhonda. I want to thank FanStory and Jim’s friends online for being the fuel that kept Jim going until the end of his life.

Sincerely, his niece Jill
    Mrs. KT: My heartfelt condolences!
    A wonderful presence and gentle friend to all.. -
    Sandra Stoner-Mitchell: I am so sorry to hear this. Another of our finest going home is sad for us that are left behind. I'm sure there is a Fanstory group waiting for Jim who passed before him. My condolences to his family. He will be sorely missed on FS. -
    Marilyn Hamilton: He was my biggest supporter from the beginning and a joy to know. He is at home now with the love of his life. Rest in peace, Jim. -
    Tim Margetts: I am so very sorry to hear this. Jim was a great writer and had a wonderful wit and humour.
    He brought a spark of light to these pages and will be sorely missed -
    Amelie Johns: I am so sorry to hear this sad update. My sincere condolences. He will be greatly missed here. -
    Gloria ....: Please accept my condolences. Jim was a wonderful man and well-loved in the community. -
    giraffmang: Sad day...

    But the journey forward will be full of wonder -
    jmdg1954: Jim,
    Rest in peace my friend. You're now reunited with your beloved wife and I'm sure you got the biggest smile because of that.
    John -
    karenina: Jim was a bright light here at Fanstory! My deepest condolences. He was always the first one to congratulate every win, place, or show in every contest!

    He's recently been especially kind to me as health issues were swarming around my family.

    I am so pleased his work will remain here and I assure you he will never be forgotten!

    God Bless!

    Karenina -
    evilynne: My deepest condolences and prayers for the family. May he rest in peace. Evi -
    Douglas Goff: He was one of the kindest people on here. Prayers for the family. May he rest in peace. -
    Ulla: I'm so sorry to learn that Jim has passed. My sincere condolences go out to you. He was a great writer friend. Kind regards, Ulla :)) -
    Michele Harber: I’m so sorry. He was such a sweet man, and such a good friend to me on FanStory. I’ll miss his kindness, his lovely reviews and, of course, his always fun and entertaining writing. I’m honored to have known him and called him my friend. -
    l.raven: Hi Jill, I am so sorry to Jim's family and friends
    for there loss...Jim will be so very missed...he was
    a talented writer...and a friend to so many...we are
    a family here on FanStory...and when someone passes away....it's like we have lost a Family member...
    Jim is now going to join the FanStory Hall of Fame...
    where he will meet all FanStory members passed...
    and see his beloved wife Rhonda...and family and friends loved...this is not the end...but just the beginning...I'm so sorry Jill...God Bless...🙏🏻🙏🏻 -
    Mrs Anna Howard: I am so sorry for your loss. He will be deeply missed. -
    Bill Schott: Thank you, Jill. for letting us know that our friend Jim has made it back to Rhonda. He will be missed, of course, but is running now, and will not grow weary. -
    Alexandra Trovato : I'm so sorry and distraught. Yes, he loved you both so much, and then writing. We were discussing an overflow email way of write mire outside of fanstory. He waa such a dedicated writer. And we had both been teachers of students with special needs, of I'm remembering correctly. He was the first to wish congratulations to others. He was a cheering section here for everyone and at the same time, his very presence brought us cheer. He will be missed every single day. May he now rest eternally in God's Love witj his beloved Rhonda. 🙏 ❤️ 🙏

    God comfort you all with memories,

    Alex(andra) Trovato
    & my husband, Chris who is Jim's Italian friend 🧡 So sad. xo -
    davisr (Rhonda): I just found out about Jim's passing. I am so very sorry to hear this news, but can just hear him complaining about getting behind on this site. I'm glad he thought about us to the end. I know he did about his Rhonda, who was my namesake.
    My condolences to all you love and miss him.
    Rhonda -
    Sally Law: Thank you, Jill. My sincere condolences in your loss. We will miss Jim so much and are mourning him this week. We know he is happy with the Lord and Rhonda. Our minds and spirits rest in the knowledge he is in loving company.
    Sally Law XOs
    -
    mrsmajor:
    My sincere and heartfelt condolences...
    Jim, was a very kind and thoughtful man, and will be missed...He is now reunited with his loving wife..This was very sad news.
    May God be with his family. -
    Boogienights: I'm so sorry for your loss. I considered Jim a friend and he often talked to me about how much he missed his wife. He's with her now, I'm sure of it. He was a good writer and I'll miss him. -
    Nicki.B: Rest In Peace Jim.
    I'm so sorry to hear this very sad news.
    Sending out love and prayers to all family and friends of Jim. -
    John Cranford: I'm very saddened to hear of Jim's death. We agreed a while back that one day we would walk together down those streets of gold. I'm going to hold him to that agreement. Heaven's a far richer place now that he's there. Rest in peace, my Friend. -
    Raul1: He was a great friend! A kind man. My condolences to his family and friends! I will miss him and everyone here in FanStory! -


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: Casey, With A C finished third in the contest "100 Word Story"


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: A Chilly Defeat finished third in the contest "Ode To Autumn"


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: My True Story finished first in the contest "Police Encounter"
    John Cranford: Congratulations to you, as well! I'm honored to share the victory stand with one of my favorite friends on Fanstory. A great day!!! - 17 hours ago
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FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: Tomb Of The Unknown Poet finished second in the contest "Witty Epitaph"


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: The Yellow Rose Of Texas finished first in the contest "Song rewrite"
    Terry Reilly: Well done, Jim. This one took the voters by storm. I knew it was your work as soon as I read it. Many congrats. -
    jim vecchio: I'm very thankful to you all. You are all such talented writers! -
    Michele Harber: Congratulations! I've been saying that a lot to you lately. -


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: Ouch! finished second in the contest "5-7-5 Poem"


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: Saturday Night In Santa Fe finished third in the contest "Nonet Poem Contest"


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: It Slipped By Me finished first in the contest "Feelings Poetry"


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: Where Has It Gone? finished second in the contest "Problems!"


jim vecchio: I appreciate your review and kindness. Please forgive me as I have been ill for the past five days, and haven’t been able to respond as well as I’d like. I hope I don't return to the Hospital!
    evilynne: Sending prayers that you feel better soon! Evi -
    Rhonda Hiser: Please take care of your of yourself. Florida prayers flying your way! -
    karenina: Your priority is your health! I am praying for you. -


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: This Is My Prayer finished first in the contest "Spiritual"
    John Cranford: Congratulations, Jim. I guessed that was yours and I knew it was a winner. -
    karenina: Beautiful, Jim.

    Congratulations! -
    jim vecchio: Thank you and I pray you all will remain winners on this site! -
    Michele Harber: Congratulations, Jim. I feel like I've been saying that A LOT lately! -


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: Betsy, My Love finished second in the contest "5-7-5 Love Poem"
    Cedar: Congratulations...Bill -
    Boogienights: Congratulations Jim! I loved your poem, it spoke of the true love you had for this person. I think you are an extraordinary writer. :) -


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: The Cowboy's Pard, Gabby finished second in the contest "Teach Me Something (4)"


FanStory wrote to jim vecchio: The Old Cowboy's limerick finished third in the contest "Limerick Challenge"