James Short, you will be missed. RIP.

[StephenDurasa]

Wow. this is horrible. During the time he lived here in the Detroit area for about a year, around 03'ish He was welcomed instantly and was part of the crew. He was a quality person and i am saddend. I only wish i would have stayed in touch over the years and not take his friendship for granted. You never know when you will never see or talk to someone again.
RIP JAMES, you will be missed by all.

[| B |rian]

R.I.P. James. I'm going skating today in your honor although i never had the pleasure of meeting you

[fergus_oi_oi]

this is sad as hell. james was dope i remember he had hella big gaps down and he seemed like a rad guy. hope is family and freinds are keeping strong in this difficult time and the spirit of james living on. rest in power mr short

[Inspiration]

R.I.P. James

[Teh Nap]

damn man...my heart sank when I read this at work. I can't hardly function right now...such an awesome dude. Hadn't talked to him in a few years but like everyone already knows he was the shit. Rest in peace brother... :cry:

[Madlois]

This is horrible.

I only met James once, when he first came out to California in like 2004. He just randomly showed up at a skate spot in Solona Beach and just immediatley started smiling and talking to us, complete strangers, on how juiced he was to see other rollerbladers. He said he liked my frontsides, and he gave me a 9mm shirt which is still one of my favorite things to wear. I will always remember him as a cool skater and most of all as a friendly, kind person.


My heart goes out to his family and friends in this dark time. R.I.P. James.

[xGREENxCLOVERx]

R.I.P. James. I'm going skating today in your honor although i never had the pleasure of meeting you
Make sure to listen to lots of Led Zeppelin too. He'd appreciate that.


Wow. this is horrible. During the time he lived here in the Detroit area for about a year, around 03'ish He was welcomed instantly and was part of the crew. He was a quality person and i am saddend. I only wish i would have stayed in touch over the years and not take his friendship for granted. You never know when you will never see or talk to someone again.
RIP JAMES, you will be missed by all.
Seriously, he's just as much a part of the Detroit family as any of us. We miss you, James.

Today, I'll be wearing the Artysm jacket you gave me and I will try (and probably fail epically) some citric toe-rolls (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egl2tDwasz4).


Also, FUCK THOSE WHO DRIVE UNDER THE INFLUENCE.

[ericct]

i'm so sorry to hear this, condolences to the people who were close to him.

It's really moving to see the impact that this guy had on the people around him, even the people with whom he only had casual contact. I have a lot to learn from his example. Rest in peace to what was clearly a good soul.

[remdyz]

fuuuuck drunk drivers

rip dude

[kike mallahan]

http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v2580/8/34/215903175/n215903175_31418898_1906441.jpg

http://photos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v2580/8/34/215903175/n215903175_31418934_4944823.jpg

http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v2580/8/34/215903175/n215903175_31418901_2945113.jpg



Just some pictures I took the last night we got to hang together.

This world is too cruel. James deserved a long healthy life, a beatiful wife and kids. It is too fucked up he had to die like that. I am going to miss that guy so much. He brought a lot of joy to all of us.

http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v2580/8/34/215903175/n215903175_31418963_3833860.jpg

[Rickayyy]

RIP James, you will be missed :cry:

[Fowler]

this is so fucking sad.. RIP james, you will be missed, but forever loved. you're in a better place.

[KILLGORE]

Me, Shima, Montre, Ortiz, Cottrell, Stokley Nemo and Dan Rine all bladed today for you buddy.

RIP man... you are most definitly missed by alot.

[dustin sapenga]

dang man that is horrible. i never actually met james but messaged him a few times to skate.


RIP buddy.

[-nico-]

God damn its always the sadest news hearing that a rollerblader died. i didnt know the guy, but by reading the comments he seemed like he defiantly didnt deserve something like this to happen. RIP James Short.

i know he was on be-mag, does anybody know his username?

[The Moose]

:cry:

I am literally speechless. I never met James personally, but he and I talked on numerous occassions via phone and internet. James, you will be missed and forever remembered. R.I.P James.

[xGREENxCLOVERx]

i know he was on be-mag, does anybody know his username?
Mr. Floyd

[Boris from Russia]

it sucks to read it

i don't want to believe

talked to him a lot on aim

he was such a nice dude

R.I.P. James :cry: :cry: :cry:

[Tra]

i never saw this before but its absolutely swell
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7Pc_Nc2yrs

[Himeslimes]

Holy smokes, Rest in Peace.

[chimbaktu]

this is crazy. i can't believe he passed away. :(

[BMV]

Awful, just plain awful.

We'll miss you buddy.

[-nico-]

i know he was on be-mag, does anybody know his username?
Mr. Floyd
noooooooo! he was Mr. Floyd? :(

terrible news

[Wolfmannn]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCvq_qWQVSQ&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egl2tDwasz4

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uw6k47yHf4A&feature=related

http://vimeo.com/3535378

http://vimeo.com/4850748

:cry: RIP </3

[Charlie Hustles]

R.I.P.

[MANMADE]

Oh my god.

So terrible. He was so nice on here and seemed like a great kid.

I really had high hopes for a recovery.

Rip James. Too many riders are going down this year.

:(

[Savor the Flavor]

Its hard to belive just last week I talked to him and he asked me how the video was coming and I asked him how he was doing, he said " Stacking clips. Im juiced on life." He really was a hell of a guy and I clicked with him on so many levels ( mainly our same sense of humor )

If anyone is making a memorial edit or something like that, I have a couple newer clips of him so hit me up.

[Fowler]

we need to plan a memorial session for him. anyone have any ideas?

[denialmind218]

i cannot believe this.....james short was the nicest guy,,,this is terrible,,,rest in peace buddy

[businesstime]

Havent heard of him till recently, little shocks or suprises me, but this has thrown me. From his videos, he seemed like the nicest dude.

Thoughts to his family and friends, rip x

[antoine myles]

Rest In Peace James.

[Tra]

ONE has a really nice article up
http://believeinone.com/

[-Fifty50-]

Damn I was a big fan of his skating as well as his music.

This is really a shame.

RIP

[RemiX_UH44]

I'm really shocked. Lots of love and support for his close friends and family. He will be sorely missed by all of us who knew him.

[gRANT]

RIP :(

[James]

Such a talented skater as well as musician and just an all around good guy. I'm gonna miss talking to him about everything. He was supposed to come stay at my house to play music and skate, it's a shame it will never happen now. RIP buddy.

[brucematler]

i'm so sad about this, gonna miss you buddy!!!!!! RIP

[_doesitmatter_]

dam....thats really messed up.



RIP mr. floyd

[Fetus]

RIP James :( you will be missed so much

it is really eery and sad to still see his name signed in on AIM which is where I talked to him most :(

[leiftheviking | phc]

Wow. Really fucking shitty. I can't believe it. :(

[E_M_A_G_D_N_I_M]

Rip in peace bro

[Fowler]

we need to plan a memorial session for him. anyone have any ideas?

[Roc.N.Rol]

Just bladed in memory of with Grant... laced some new stuff for you dude.

[TriStateSkate]

rip dude.....never knew him, but sounds like he was a good guy.


www.tristateskate.blogspot.com

[ollie2]

RIP :(

[Hans Hockey]

Rest in peace James, my condolences to his family and friends.

[sly moose]

Rest in peace James :(

[Ellody]

Just got back from Akron.
Very sad.
Said my goodbyes and held his hand.
You will be missed James.

[Coopnasty]

Goddamnit I feel so bad for his family and friends. seemed like a really nice guy from what everybody is saying. RIP James Short...You'll be missed :cry:

[chriscunningham]

Aww fuck sake, I can't believe it.

R.I.P James.

[corycross]

rip James.

I talked to you a few times on aim and you seemed like a really cool and laid back dude.. I think I even send you soul plates I made a while back and you told me you digged them.

I feel sad to see you go, but I believe you are in a better place and you will always be remembered, listening to all this very positive talk about you, seems like you were just genuinely a good guy not to mention a great rollerblader.

I hope that their family will be able to get over this hard part in their lives. I know how the rollerblading community is on be-mag and was wondering if anyone has set up an account to put money in, to give to their family?



-cory

[YOUNGBLOOD]

Just got back from Akron, I've never cried so much in my life.

James' mother and father have both read all 16 pages of this thread and thank you for the support.

Stefan has a memorial session in the works right now, we'll get the info to you later.

James is still signed onto AIM and Myspace and everything, it just breaks my heart.
I loved him so much, I know he wouldn't want us to be sad - instead he'd say to go smoke a Marb. Red and do a Citric-toe roll. But it's hard. Like I said earlier, he was a brother to me. Always gave me the best advice (most of the time haha).

Anyway, we're having a vigil at the phila. skatepark tonight at 10:30. I know 99% of you don't live anywhere near here, but just thought I'd let you all know.

Calling hours are Wednesday, funeral is Thursday. I don't know where / what time yet, but I'll let you all know.

I just can't believe that James Short's funeral is being planned.

-ethan.

EDIT: I know James' dad wanted to get on here and write you all a message, but he didn't have an account, so he couldn't. He registered but I told him how fucking rediculous it is that it takes months to get activated. If he gets a chance I'll let him get on here and write you all something.

[D.F.A.E.]

I've read through this thread several times since I've gotten word of this. Don't recognize too many names from '03 but had to come out of the woodwork and pay my respects.

I used to AIM chat with James nightly back in the days of "Rolling" chatrooms. I always got a kick out of his edits and the random shit he'd send me. Be-Mag is a family that I often miss being a part of. Stick together guys; keep up the support for one another.

This is tragic and nobody deserves such a thing. Condolences to family and close friends of James. You will continue to be in my prayers.


-E.A.F.D.

[justinthursday]

RIP James :( you will be missed so much

it is really eery and sad to still see his name signed in on AIM which is where I talked to him most :(
I kno man.
I keep just wishing I could IM him...

[cleary]

a few photos of james.


http://www.andrewcleary.com/JS_02.png
At a random car wash in New Philly. Always liked this photo.
http://www.andrewcleary.com/JS_03.png
One of the many sessions at Vertigo.
http://www.andrewcleary.com/JS_04.png
showin his tat
http://www.andrewcleary.com/JS_05.png
with Ron Copeland.

Ive got tons more... and footage. If only I could find em. :(

News hit me like a ton of bricks. Such a sad day. Hope to make it back to pay my respects.

http://www.andrewcleary.com/JS_01.png

[justinthursday]

a few photos of james.


http://www.andrewcleary.com/JS_02.png
At a random car wash in New Philly. Always liked this photo.
http://www.andrewcleary.com/JS_03.png
One of the many sessions at Vertigo.
http://www.andrewcleary.com/JS_04.png
showin his tat
http://www.andrewcleary.com/JS_05.png
with Ron Copeland.

Ive got tons more... and footage. If only I could find em. :(

News hit me like a ton of bricks. Such a sad day. Hope to make it back to pay my respects.

http://www.andrewcleary.com/JS_01.png
So legit.
I want that banner as a sticker..

[spaniard]

I can't believe it this is so upsetting. RIP James, my prayers go to you and your family.

[Stefan B.]

Saturday September 19th at the skatepark in New Philadelphia OH I'm having a memorial session for James. I'm obviously not planning all the details now, but I'll post a flyer with all the info next week. TAKE OFF THE DATE NOW!

I'm going to try and make stickers and t-shirts, whoever made the "toe roll in peace" thing please get at me, it's really good and I'd like to use that as well.

Thank you to everyone for all the support. It means more than you'll know. Things will never be the same for me now, thats for sure. I'm glad there's so many people out there that care.

[danchuk]

all my love to everyone involved/affected by this. he will never leave you.

[UnknownPleasures]

I really want that banner as a sticker so I can put it on my car.

[Herben Legend]

I really can't stop crying. James was that good friend that everyone needed in their life.
He wasn't one to critic anything about someon's skating, he just skated with them
if you were skating a spot at a contest, he was the guy skating the curb and having more fun than the guy who won. I will miss that about him, and how he wrecked it on guitar, at the KY Battle this weekend Sept 5th, I will be taking donations to send his parents. We will also be giving away the James Short outside of the Box award to a very lucky individual. Anyone who was ever graced with James presence was a lucky individual, may I add. I hope everyone takes this into consideration, we all lost a really good friend to bullshit. Shit, I even have done myself in the past, and I damn sure am not proud of it. So, please be aware of others on the road, and be responsible, because no one needs pain in their hearts like we do right now.




I will miss you buddy...

[drew_amato]

This is seriously not the news I was expecting to hear. James is such a strong and well hearted kid. No matter who you were, James valued your friendship more than anything else in the world. He is loved and will be missed by so many. My prayers go out to his family. Love you James, gonna miss you buddy.

[ap_muh_fuckaz]

rest in peace. my condolences to his family. this is very sad news

[Mr. T]

Man that really sucks bad. RIP dude, always sucks to see a fellow blader go down.

:cry:

[Kent]

He was a really sick skater with smooth style. And from reading the replies, he seemed like the best guy ever. My thoughts go out to his friends and family. R.I.P.

[fast eddie]

this is so sad. he was so consistently nice to everyone on here, never had a bad word to say. :cry: :cry: :cry:

i'll be there on the 19th.

[DavidAmkhinich]

RIP. Met him once for the Jolly Jolly Heartbreakers premiere. Seemed like a really cool dude.

[Josh_Morrison]

this is such awful news, i cant believe it

RIP James Short

[Teh Nap]

I know this may be hard to talk about but does anyone know if he was wearing a helmet? I seldomly ride my bike without a helmet but things like this make me want to promise myself to never ride without one.

[Dirty D]

Im all fucked up over this. He touched a lot of lives in Detroit, including mine. I cant believe hes gone

[Alex Coe]

Perhaps it's good advice to remember and value his living rather than morn his death. Also remember the impermanence of life and treat those around you with the compassion we feel for James. Perhaps then he lived and died leaving a larger impact than he would even know.

I have always thought that James and I had a similar view about skating and I will continue to be inspired by him although he is dead.

[cw]

really really sad, james has been on the scene for so long.

[941MAN]

R.I.P.

[Titties 'N' Beer]

I met James around when Vertigo had just opened and he truly was as friendly as everybody has made him out to be. Me and some friends would make the long drive when we had the chance and after a while I knew that I could always count on him being there to make the session a blast (I'm pretty sure he was living there for a bit). I'm really glad that I had the opportunity to skate and shoot the shit with the guy. The days of the Rolling chats, Rockstar Elite, and the "Not Showering" contests were good online times. This is all so sad, my thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family.

I haven't been on skates in a long time, but I'm going to try to make it out for the memorial session.

Here's a picture he sent me a long while ago when we used to talk over AIM. I have more pictures from the silly vertigo sessions that I'll try to dig up as well.
http://img190.imageshack.us/img190/9053/pipe3.jpg
RIP

[shawn adair]

R.I.P :(

[andrewsmolak]

RIP James

[gatsby]

damn

[Stefan B.]

Everyone keeps asking me how I'm so calm through all of this. I did my mourning in private. My girlfriend and I probably cried together for 3 hours straight today. But more than anything and I know this for a FACT, James would have wanted EVERYONE involved in this situation to gain something from it. I have heard from people this weekend I haven't talked to in years that I missed greatly, and have gained back friends I thought I had lost forever. Thats what James would have wanted out of this! For us to celebrate the greatness in our sport and the amazing bonds between the individuals in it.


James was a free spirit. He lived life on his OWN terms. He was NEVER like anyone else. Ever. James lived a fuller life by the time he was 20 than most will by the time they're 60 and have traveled the world. He never would have wanted to live a life where he couldn't communicate and laugh with his friends.


I dedicate my skating to James from this day until the day I can't stand. Lately he was inspiring and changing my skating/mindset so much, but now it's full force. It's going to be sad without him, but he'd be so excited to see the new changes I'm going to bring to myself and our friends.

R.I.P. Buddy <3

[bilbo baggins]

holy shit. i'm so bummed out right now.

[Jesse Shoup]

I heard about James yesterday and really thought he would pull through. I cannot believe it has come to this. The world has lost another one of its great individuals. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

Learn from both his life and death. Be kind, be yourself, greet everyone with a smile, and laugh because it feels good. Be smart, drinking and driving isn't harmless, the consequences can be tragic.

RIP James

[CHEN]

I am speechless. I remember making a post a while back about riding around on motorcycles and hitting up different cities and skating, kinda like the eMerica Wild Ride tour that skateboarders do. James was like the first one that jumped on the idea that was down...and I was really looking forward to eventually riding down to Ohio to do this with him and a few others. :cry:

Being a motorcycle dude myself, I feel extremely bummed, scared, sad, right now.

Rest in Peace Brotha

[Fowler]

i just straight up tore my dad and cousin new assholes because they just drove home drunk. stupid alcoholic fucks. can't believe they did that after me telling them about james' being murdered by some drunk bitch.

i would really like to make it to his funeral, and i will most definitely be at the memorial session on september 19th.

please people, i beg you... don't drink and drive.

[Alex Coe]

Is it for sure on the 19th? I'd like to take off work and be there.

[Kevin Lubovich]

R.I.P. James, it sucks. I just talked to him the other day.

[Grasshoppa]

god damn

rip james

[brandigr2]

In reading these posts, you can see how cool of a guy James was to have touched so many lives. During The times I have skated and hung around him, I realized what a unique and talented person he was. I always admired how he treated everyone with equal respect, how positive and encouraging he was to others, and how creative his skating was. He lived life to the fullest and will truely be remembered and missed by us all. My thoughts go out to his family and closest friends.
Brandi Goulet-Fellow Ohio Roller

[Vince Zywczak]

I really didnt want to open this post after my friend told me the news earlier. Its so shitty that something like this had to happen to such a genuinely nice person.

rest in peace james

[rocknroller]

Like i said before, I only met him once. But i got really good vibes from the guy. Its so sad to see another young person go. He will be missed.

RIP James

[K]

RIP

[izekiel]

this is such a shock, james was an incredible person and for his life to end like this is utterly tragic.

RIP man

[joey fame]

fuck, i got the call from stefan today, and in mourning rode around the city smoking weed and listen to the band and just reflecting upon the time ive known him.

when i was just a little junior in high school james short was one of the only skaters outside Nashville to talk to me, and we became brothers. I remember when him and I started the Jolly Jolly Heartbreaker thing. I was really looking forward to skating with him again in the not too distant future, but I guess that is never soon enough.

I love you James, you will be missed my friend <3

[Ellody]

Just got back from the candle lighting ceremony.
It was beautiful.
We even had helium balloons that we wrote messages on.
Then we left them off.
God I cant believe he is gone.

[xGREENxCLOVERx]

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j257/xsoberxrollerx/roll/airborne.jpg
^James and me loading inventory from the recently closed Airborne Skate Park into mine and Dolega's cars.
http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j257/xsoberxrollerx/roll/sc00a09127.jpg
^James riding passenger in Dolega's mini-van, transporting the old Airborne goods to a brand new Octona Skate Shop.


http://c3.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/83/l_e6f892b1bd0b46a8baa7e69eecba06b6.jpg
http://be-mag.com/msgboard/images/smiles/icon_cool.gif James, may you proceed to kick ass into the afterlife.

[oncisforme]

i feel like crying wtf this is so sad

[taylor popham]

i honestly can't remember the last time i've cried so much. i've just been jamming to eagles of death metal all day and crying my eyes out. i never realized how much james had an impact on me until the past 4 days when he was in the hospital, just so many good positive memories with him.

[xGREENxCLOVERx]

i feel like crying wtf this is so sad
Nah, don't be sad. That would bum James out huge-time. Instead, drink a PBR, smoke a Marlboro red and jam some Zeppelin.


I don't smoke or drink, but I did the Zeppelin thing all day today. I think he'da been proud. http://be-mag.com/msgboard/images/smiles/icon_cool.gif

[DnEhThEnD]

he ended up dying? I feel weird now :(

[Dielawn]

I don't even know what to say, I almost shed a tear reading all of this. I didn't know James at all or had never met him, but he did affect my outlook on skating, not to take it so seriously and to just have fun. James, you will be missed.

Toe Roll In Peace, James Short!

[WaikikDaSneak]

that is so fucking terrible i only knew him from this messageboard but he seemed like one of the coolest dudes. its great how hard the rollerblading community is impacted by this though, we're such a tightly knitted group and are deeply saddened when we lose a fellow rolllerblader

[StarScream]

:(

[xGREENxCLOVERx]

its great how hard the rollerblading community is impacted by this though, we're such a tightly knitted group and are deeply saddened when we lose a fellow rolllerblader
I'm thinking the bigger reason we're all impacted by this loss is because James fuckin' got around. He was always traveling, bunking with rollers on all coasts and making friends everywhere he went. Yeah, we've got a tight-night community here, but it's simply because of James' rad personality that we're all hit hard by the loss.

[themaskedavenger1]

dang mang rip jamsey it aint gon be the same

[tim_adams]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7Pc_Nc2yrs&NR=1

He ripped.

[YOUNGBLOOD]

Whatsup guys.

We had a really nice get together at the Phila. skatepark tonight.

I'd say probably upwards of 200ish people. Everyone with their lights on, skating and talking, hugs and tears.

You couldn't walk a foot without hearing a story or memory that someone had about/with James.

As of right now,
The calling hours are either going to be Wednesday or Thursday, With the Funeral on Thursday or Friday.

I know that doesn't help too much, but since he was hit by a drunk driver, they have to do legal stuff and have a autopsy.

These last 4 days have made me realize how precious life really is. Yeah, it's really cliche to say that, but I never realized how true it was until now. I've never, ever, ever had a death affect me at all until now.

James was such an amazing person, inside and out.

Like I said earlier, his dad wanted to get on here and thank everyone for the support. I gave him my username/PW and hopefully he'll get on within the next couple of days.

If everyone could send me or Stefan all of their pictures they have of James, that would be amazing, Just send it in a PM or something.


Tomorrow we're all going to the local coffee shop and getting some Iced Chai and I'm going to the accident site.

I don't think it's sunk in yet, but I'm sure tomorrow morning i'll have another good cry session.

I love you James, JJHBforLIFE</3

[seff]

:(RIP

[u am snookems]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v341/neorollerx/jamesmiamivice.jpg

[u am snookems]

I can't believe he passed away. This is unreal.

[YOUNGBLOOD]

Thats what I've been saying.

Just a few days before we built a box, pvc.

Its just hard to think, I can't call James and ask him to go skate, or to grab a bite to eat, or anything.

I'm going to try to get some sleep, I'll post up stuff tomorrow if it's needed.


Keep replying to this thread, put in memories, good times, etc. His parents read this and I'm sure they'd like to hear some stories.

And yes, all of them.



</3

[Village Idiot]

Rest in peace, James. It was fun chatting about salomons.

[*ROYALwithCHEESE*]

Shit, thats Sad as fuck, he was holding on..... R.I.P

Life is short, Im getting off my ass and going for a skate.... I suggest everyone who isnt mourning do the same.

[Quark]

Rest in peace, buddy. You will be missed. Good luck to all his family and friends!

[B8OL]

Rip in peace, James.

[Julioisaroller]

ive been avoiding typing in here, james was a really fucking cool guy and will be missed by everyone... i skated with him a handfull of times and talked to him from time to time on aim.. he will be missed by the whole rollerblading community..

RIP james

[bom the israeli]

RIP James.

I knew him only on BeMag but it still hurts to hear such horrible news.

[bom the israeli]

How old was he?

[floroll]

in july be-mag posted an interview of him online, he seemed to be really cool and talented. RIP

[nzrolla]

R.I.P James :cry:

[the other murphy]

heart hurts. miss my gym shorts. :cry:

[Dennis]

RIP James.

I knew him only on BeMag but it still hurts to hear such horrible news.


What Bom says, and my condolences to the family and friends.

[ryanmatthewdaily]

Fuck. I leave for a weekend and come back to this... this is the most fucked up news I've heard in a while. My mind refuses to accept it.

[leiftheviking | phc]

Fuck. I leave for a weekend and come back to this... this is the most fucked up news I've heard in a while. My mind refuses to accept it.


Same here. What the SHIT. :o :o :o

[andrewsmolak]

Never met James but this whole thing hurts me. I will now try more toe rolls in his honor.

[Em Pe Ge]

Over the years, I've spent a lot of time with James. He was one of a kind. If you've ever met James... you are sure to remember him. He left an impression on every single person he met. Those of you that had the pleasure of meeting/skating with him know exactly what i'm talking about.

i hadn't seen James in a few years... due too him traveling, and everyone else's work/school/grown up shit, going on. luckily my good friend Adam and i recently took a trip down to New Philly to skate the park with James and some others. Of course i had no idea then, that would be the last time i'd see James and skate with him.

But now i just think... I'm so glad i went to the park that day.

This truly is a tragedy.

Rollerblading just lost another of the best.

Ohio just lost another rollerblader.

and I just lost another close friend.

RIP James. You will not be forgotten.

[bom the israeli]

Its my birthday today and I ll drink a couple of shots in his memory.

[jonathan]

My heart hurts. I'm sorry James that your life was ended much sooner than it should have been. I've only know him through be-mag. If we had an appreciation thread for him if he was alive, I would have appreciated him. Not just because he is not with us anymore.

Please be safe guys. Drinking and driving is not cool. That shit has killed a few friends over here, and has killed y our friend on be-mag.

I actually liked his music. I'm glad that I was at least able to PM him to tell him that before I missed my chance. He will be missed.

RIP

[kaltik01]

So sad to hear this .. horrible news.. I never meet James , but I feel the loss !!

My heart goes out to his family and close freind s

R.I.P bro

[justinthursday]

You can go to http://geibfuneral.com/web-content2/obituaries.html and sign the guestbook for James.

[jury]

i never really talked to him before but he held the door open for me once when i was leaving a skatepark. i think little things like that say big things about who a person is. rip james.

[jonathan]

http://www.timesreporter.com/local_news/x1566717101/Motorcyclist-dies


A report will be turned over to the Tuscarawas County prosecutor’s office for further review following the death Sunday of James D. Short, 24, of 116 Ray Ave. NW, New Philadelphia, stemming from a motorcycle/car accident Wednesday.

New Philadelphia police Officer David Cimperman said the collision of Short’s motorcycle and a car driven by Doris A. Caranda, 48, of 412 Kelly St. NW, New Philadelphia, appears to have occurred in Short’s lane of travel.

The accident was reported Wednesday at about 9 p.m., and Short was listed Thursday in serious condition in the medical intensive care unit of Akron General Medical Center, where he was flown by helicopter Wednesday night.

Cimperman said Sunday that evidence shows that Short was westbound on Park Ave. NW and was turning north onto Union Ave. NW. Caranda was driving a car south on Union Ave. and was turning left (east) onto Park Ave.

Cimperman said Short’s motorcycle was “technically in the intersection” and “definitely on the right of way for the northbound lane” when the collision occurred.

Short, who was not wearing a helmet, was ejected from the motorcycle and was thrown about 20 to 30 feet from the point of impact.

Caranda, who was not injured, was cited for driving under the influence and possession of marijuana. Cimperman noted Sunday, however, that he has not cited yet for the underlying charge and said that won’t be done until he has a chance to discuss the report with the prosecutor.

Meanwhile, about 200 of Short’s friends were assembling a memorial tribute to his life at the New Philadelphia Skate Park off Mill Ave. SW late Sunday night.

Trina Garcia of Tuscarawas said Short was a pro rollerblader and noted that his friends were skating in his memory. She also said the tribute would include a helium balloon launch.

A candlelight vigil also was to be included in the tribute, according to Anjanette Beahm of New Philadelphia.

“We’re all devastated,” said Spencer Gray, also of New Philadelphia, adding that Short was one of his best friends. Gray, who also had skated with Short for about a year, described Sunday night’s scene at the Skate Park as “electrifying.”

In addition to being a pro rollerblader, Short had been employed as a pizza maker at Jesana’s Pizza at New Philadelphia for about a year and a half.

It looks like the girl may just get a ticket and a letter saying "please don't kill people again".

[donal]

r.i.p James

[CollinW]

R.I.P James. My condolences to friends and family.

[Quark]

No helmet? Seriously. That could have saved his life.

[Jay Snow]

damn. :( ive known james since i was a little grom. nicest and funniest dude ever. i cant believe ill never see him again :( RIP buddy youll be missed

[portrait of a gentleman]

I was thinking about how he was doing all weekend while I couldn't get on Be-mag, and now I come back to this. This is so fucking sad. :cry:

[V1ZUAL]

RIP James. You were incredibly dope.

[timfloyd]

RIP james.
My condolences to his friends and family.

[YOUNGBLOOD]

Alright, just got the funeral information.


Calling hours, Thursday September 3rd at Geib funeral home in New Philadelphia, Ohio. 4 - 8pm.

Funeral is at 11am at Geib funeral home, followed by a procession past the skatepark to Roxford Cemetary.

His father told me:

" I don't want people to think they have to come and wear a Tux and get all dressed up. I want people to dress as they would if they were coming to see him or skate with him. "

If you have any more questions, get a hold of me, [email protected]

[al dolega]

Caranda, who was not injured, was cited for driving under the influence and possession of marijuana.

Does this mean she was under the influence of marijuana, and possessed it, or that she was under the influence of alcohol, and also possessed marijuana?

Basically, was she drunk, or high, or both?

[YOUNGBLOOD]

From what I was told, she was drunk AND high.

[al dolega]

Funeral is at 11am

11am on Friday, correct?

[YOUNGBLOOD]

Yes, calling hours are thursday, funeral is friday.

Let all the detroit kids know, I'm sure alot of them would like to come.

[cleary]

If anyone will be making the drive from the NY/NJ area for calling hours, please let me know.

[email protected]


Andrew Cleary

[moLesta]

James was the only person who i never met in person that I felt like I could call my friend. He reached out to me on many occasions, offering lodging, advice, or just a conversation. I am still in shock and greatly saddened.

Conversations with James made me proud to be a rollerblader and made me feel like it was truly an art form.

You will be greatly missed by more people than you can ever imagine.

[Lolsokje]

R.I.P James. My condolences to friends and family

[JorgeKozanas]

I'll be coming down for calling hours as well.

[KingDirty]

Rest in Peace brethren, I am very sorry we didnt get to chill again before this happened. It was really rad to see you become increasingly involved in blading lately. I had high hopes for everything you were doing. We will keep the dream alive homie. RESPECT!

[azrider]

Rest In Peace

[Jacey Heimer]

http://www.myspace.com/jamesshortandthelittlevoices


His music is amazing, and he helped me out a lot with mine.

If you have a myspace, add one of his songs to your page in his memory.


Rest in piece, though you are gone... your music and rollerblading legacy will live on.

[Gegy Boy]

I read this thread a few days ago but never posted anything. When I logged on today and saw that the title was changed I was about to cry. :oops: :cry:

I never knew James, but like other people said, anyone who goes on Be-Mag or who rollerblades is family to me. We definitely lost a good one, you will be missed.

Roll in peace, buddy. :cry:

[portrait of a gentleman]

I read this thread a few days ago but never posted anything. When I logged on today and saw that the title was changed I was about to cry. :oops: :cry:

I never knew James, but like other people said, anyone who goes on Be-Mag or who rollerblades is family to me. We definitely lost a good one, you will be missed.

Roll in peace, buddy. :cry:

Well said Geg, well said. :(

[Crazy Tom]

RIP. I didn't know him other than his posts on this messageboard and a brief encounter at BCSD, but I know the world has lost a great human being. I would like to suggest to DK "The James Short Memorial Bitter Cold Showdown"

[DnEhThEnD]

last article

http://www.timesreporter.com/news/x1566717101/Motorcyclist-dies

:(

I'm going to send something to the funeral place

[THE_OMEN]

its taken me several days to post on this thread mostly cus i was in shock of the whole thing...


James was never someone i had the privilege of meeting in person but spoke to him often via phone or internet... he always had a story to tell, advice to give or just plan ol' shoot the shit...

Im more then sad to hear of his passing and my deepest condolences go out to his family and friends..
James Short you will be greatly missed...
i envy all those who were the closest to you for all they got to experience along your side

Rest In Peace

[Amber]

You were a really nice guy, always positive. And you never had a mean thing to say about anyone. I wish I had talked to you a little more. You will definitely be missed. RIP James.

[ivan_dalou]

i wish i could go to his funeral.
this sucks.

[stew]

RIP James
and where your helmets when riding motorcycles kids.

[Fowler]

i wish i could go to his funeral.
this sucks.

this

&

your sig is OSMness... one of the last things i said to james was what he said in that clip.

[bom the israeli]

Yesterday I told my friends about James and we drank a shot to his memory.
:(

[The Moose]

When I saw James screen name sign offline tonight, it was one of the saddest things ever for me. Knowing, that I will never see wolverinechops9m signed on my buddy list ever again. :cry: :cry:

[macon deals]

When I saw James screen name sign offline tonight, it was one of the saddest things ever for me. Knowing, that I will never see wolverinechops9m signed on my buddy list ever again. :cry: :cry:

this

[the fiend]

I just read through every page out of respect for the Man. He left a positive impact on this world and everyone he knew. Even with us people he only knew online, we could still tell how nice of a person he was.


You will be greatly missed James Short. R.I.P.
:cry:

[Harry Maynard]

Rest In Peace.

[kike mallahan]

Didn't make this myself.

http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs181.snc1/6015_528464073760_215903175_31690211_324860_n.jpg

[Matt.G]

Talked to him on AIM a few times, RIP.

[rollerbreaker003]

Didn't make this myself.

http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs181.snc1/6015_528464073760_215903175_31690211_324860_n.jpg

ha, my girl made that.
i thought it was sweet.
don't know how she got the picture though.

[B-Gault]

This is horrible. RIP. I use to talk to him a bit. He was a very nice and funny guy.


It's unfortunate that he wasnt wearing a helmet or he probably would have lived. It's one thing to not wear one when skating when you are mostly in control but riding a motorcycle without one is another story. Wear your helmets!

[ph10]

Just heard about this from s3. I talked to him a lot on the phone and online, I even offered him a place to stay if he ever made it down here on his motorcycle. He was one of the best guys, ever. He will definitely be missed.

R.I.P., my friend.

[bob hollister]

Rest In Peace.

:?

[Pulp]

RIP James.
You will be missed :(

[the other murphy]

I'm wearing my helmet for James from now on.

[[State of Mind]]

:(
Rest in peace James.
I will learn toe rolls in your memory.

[coryshort]

only ever spoke to him on here when he noticed we have the same last name.
Real nice dude, amazing skating.
Rip James

[Jake The Snake]

such a nice guy, really hurts to see him go

[xGREENxCLOVERx]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v341/neorollerx/jamesmiamivice.jpg
Hahaha! I love that pic! Another wacky day at Octona, with much thanks to James for providing the wackiness.

Tom Wurm (creator of Love from the Glove) says he has a bunch of unseen clips of James from filming sessions for the video. Look for something of a "new" Jimmy Short section in the coming days.

Rob Squire, did you find that note yet??

[SidneyKillerKeith]

Rest in peace james.. I will miss you man.

"Dink ya in the beans..." =]

http://sidit.org/jamesmem1small.jpg (http://sidit.org/jamesmem1small.jpg)

[al dolega]

From an AIM convo just now, with Detroit lollerblader/skeetboarder Jimmy Russell:

Jimmy: i remeber when words was about to come out and farmer was staying at dons for some contest of shortly after words came out me and james came up with the good idea to fart on farmers and st.ours heads while they were sleeping that was like the second day i knew james and that ill never forget
Jimmy: childish but really funny
Al: haha
Al: i remember when he tricked me into looking at a picture of his boner on his cell phone
Jimmy: haha
Jimmy: i think ive seen like 10 other dicks then my own in person and id say about 9 of them were his

[texas what it do]

i dont think i've met him but it's terrible when this happens.

may he rest in peace, my condolences to his friends and loved ones.

[Diet Kyle]

super sad. RIP.

[waitmichaelwait]

]:(
Rest in peace James.
I will learn toe rolls in your memory.

[YOUNGBLOOD]

Hello be-mag, this is James's Mom and Dad. We want to first of all thank youngblood/Ethan for letting us use his account to post our thanks. We want to thank all of you for some really great stories about James, for sharing your condolences with us, and for being so great over the years to him; he loved be-mag and was always online talking to so many of you. He loved the industry, encouraged the future generations of rollerbladers, and when he made friends ,it was for life.
We have so many to thank, I'm afraid to start cause I know i'll miss some, so I'll just list a couple of the earliest ones; first of all Jon Elliot, who inspired and encouraged James, & started him on his love of skating. Brian Shima, & all the California pros he met over the years who treated him so good, all the others across the country and over seas as well. You guys have earned your place in heaven.
He's got so many friends in the industry who helped us through this terrible time; Ben Schwab, Ethan, Stefan Brandow, the list could go on and on....all the beautiful friends he had who lived with us at Akron general Hospital, and prayed for a better outcome than we got. He lived more in 24 1/2 years than most do in 50, And thank God for that.
We couldn't ask for a better son, and I know he was also a good friend to many, it's helped us get through this so far.
We'd like to send him out in the manner he deserved and the style he loved. You can read his obit at www.geibfuneral.com for arrangements this Thursday and Friday, and we welcome any and all of you who can attend, as James loved a good party. Let's celebrate his life, and remember one of his favorite sayings: it's all good.....see you on the other side James. With love, Rod And Debra Short, New Philadelphia, Ohio[/url]

[bom the israeli]

:cry:

[jakeness13]

i never knew the guy, but damn, everytime i open this post i feel terrible that his life was cut short. :cry:

[YOUNGBLOOD]

As his parents said above me, his obituary is posted. But I figured I would post it here as well:

James David Short, whose life was described by his friends as "a unique, and beautiful song", passed away at the age of 24, while surrounded by his family on Sunday, August 30, 2009 in Akron General Medical Center following injuries sustained from a motorcycle accident on Wednesday, August 26.

Born March 18, 1985, in Aultman Hospital at Canton, James was the beloved son of Rodney L. and Debra "Reb" Lynn (Robinson) Short of New Philadelphia.

James was a young man of great charisma and fun-loving persona whom everyone enjoyed knowing. He was especially energized by working with children, inspiring them to succeed, having earned notoriety in professional rollerblade competitions around the country.

James graduated from New Philadelphia High School and has spent much of the last decade earning a PhD from the School of Life. Having also lived in California, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, James was looking forward to beginning his education at Kent State University's TusCampus having recently received a pell grant and eagerly awaiting his letter of acceptance.

During his high school years, he began his musical and rollerblading careers. He was a talented singer, songwriter, bass player, and guitar player sharing his musical abilities in a number of bands including One Thing, Autumn Remains, The Color 7, Brickyard Slaves, and The Paul Allens. He was also an accomplished solo acoustic artist.

James was a free spirit who enjoyed all that life had to offer. He was proud of the fact he had slept in the Rocky Mountains, on the beaches of California, and in the dessert. He traveled Route 66 to California one time, just because he thought it would be exciting to do. His professional rollerblading career gave him the opportunity to see most of the United States. He was internationally known for his standing record of the longest toe roll in the world, and other tricks which incorporated the toe roll.

He was supported by a number of sponsors during his rollerblading career. Currently, Remz (Skates), INRI Clothing, Jolly Jolly Heartbreakers, and Sic Apparel were his tour sponsors. He has also been backed by 9MM, Razors, Ground Control and Mix Theorem.

When not rollerblading or creating music, James was the life of the party working at Jesana's Pizza. There, he was an assistant manager and loved creating what he called "artistic, delicious master pieces". He has also worked for a variety of other companies including Radio Shack, Larry Karol CD's and More, Walmart, Q-dobas and Olga's Kitchen in Detroit, MI.

In addition to his parents, who will deeply miss James, he is survived by his maternal grandfather, Herb Robinson Jr. and his companion, Ingrid Parker of New Philadelphia; his aunts; Sandy Hartshorn and her family of Clyde, O. and Barbara (husband, Dan) Leishman of New Philadelphia, his uncle; Dave (wife, Patti) Robinson of Naperville, IL; numerous cousins; and a world of friends.

James was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Kathryn Robinson and his paternal grandparents, Chalmer and Mary Short.

Visitation will be held in the Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory at New Philadelphia, 116 Second St. NE on Thursday, September 3, 2009 from 4 to 8 p.m.

A service celebrating James' life will be held in the funeral home's chapel on Friday beginning at 11 a.m. with Pastor Matt Roe officiating.

Special arrangements have been made to lead the funeral procession past James' second home, the New Philadelphia Skate Park, en route to Roxford Church Cemetery where inurnment will be conducted. Those wishing to ride a motorcycle in the procession are encouraged to do so and will be directed by Geib staff upon arrival at the funeral home.

In an interview given to BE-MAG / Rollerblading Magazine this past July, James responded to a reporter who asked Short about whether or not he would ever settle into one place. He Replied " I am not a stationary person. I live for right now. Its hard for a lot of people to fathom. I move a lot because I'm in need of new experiences. It truly is what makes the creative mind work." – James' philosophy on life was, "It's all good." He also believed, "I'm child and man, then child again. The boy never gets older."

Please direct memorial contributions in James' memory to any Dover-Phila Federal Credit Union where an account has been established. His parents are going to distribute the money donated to allow other children to achieve their dreams.

Because James gave life to others through Organ Donation, and because he leaves behind so many loving family, friends and fans, he'll be forever on the move in the Heavens above, riffing with the best, rolling with the rest, and waiting to welcome us Home.

[ivan_dalou]

damn this is still unbelievable.

[YOUNGBLOOD]

I know, I know.

Are you coming to the funeral or calling hours, Ivan?

[ivan_dalou]

I know, I know.

Are you coming to the funeral or calling hours, Ivan?

im really trying but it dosent look good i just started this job and am still training and they wont let me off.

but i am foreshure coming to the sesh on the 19th.

[Amber]

I know, I know.

Are you coming to the funeral or calling hours, Ivan?

im really trying but it dosent look good i just started this job and am still training and they wont let me off.

but i am foreshure coming to the sesh on the 19th.
Even for a funeral? That's ridiculous.

[ivan_dalou]

I know, I know.

Are you coming to the funeral or calling hours, Ivan?

im really trying but it dosent look good i just started this job and am still training and they wont let me off.

but i am foreshure coming to the sesh on the 19th.
Even for a funeral? That's ridiculous.

i know it sucks i had a good about hour sit down with my boss yesterday and explained to him what was up and he said i cant i would let you but i cant were short on staff and i need you to train asap and then proceeded to say the only way you could go is if you quit and i sat there for a second debating weather i should or not. im going to talk to some guys that work with me to see if anyone can take my shift and just not tell him tho.

[YOUNGBLOOD]

Word, just let me know.

[nathan_nire]

In an interview given to BE-MAG / Rollerblading Magazine this past July, James responded to a reporter who asked Short about whether or not he would ever settle into one place. He Replied " I am not a stationary person. I live for right now. Its hard for a lot of people to fathom. I move a lot because I'm in need of new experiences. It truly is what makes the creative mind work." – James' philosophy on life was, "It's all good." He also believed, "I'm child and man, then child again. The boy never gets older..

I never knew james, nor have i posted on here in some 3 years, and havent skated in a while, but i still like to keep watch on the scene, this quote pretty much summed up everything that i have read about james, such a sad loss to the world, but what a look on life the guy had, and someone i would have been proud to have met...

[Ellody]

Im deffinatly going to calling hours.

[[State of Mind]]

:cry: I got choked up reading what James parents posted.

[xtin]

Does any one have a mailing address for his dad/mom?

Thanks...

[Corkdawg]

Rest In Power James Short, You definitely did your thing in life, now you are with GOD, To James family and Friends much power and respect, and from this tragic loss, i hope it brings a Triumph of Strength. Yours Truly Cornelius

[remzcore]

Only the good die young....so so so sad

[notorious BHS]

My thoughts are with your family James...

[nysecretweapon]

Our condolences go out the Short Family,

As a parent I can't imagine what you are going through. I admire your strong word in your paragraph. We will surely celebrate the time he was here in our lives and remember him as a fellow brother of the Inline Family.

Be Strong,
Richie Velasquez

[The Average Homeboy]

Damn!

just got back to be-mag hoping for some laughs instead I tear up :(

[Jared4real]

man....hes taking a journey we all have to. terrible.

[ivan_dalou]

i just cant stop listening to his music.
so much talent gone.

[Bassimastprime]

Talk about a rough couple of years...rest in peace, my best wishes to his family and close friends.




<3

[Jared4real]

do you have a link or anything to his tunage? id like to hear it.

[ivan_dalou]

do you have a link or anything to his tunage? id like to hear it.

www.myspace.com/jamesshortandthelittlevoices

[scummagazine]

James Short will be dearly missed. He was and will always considered a part of the Rat Tail family. Our condolences to his family and close friends. His life should be celebrated as he always lived it to the fullest. He was a very talented individual as seen from his skating and music. James he has left a mark on many minds and hearts and will never be forgotten.


Your friends at Rat Tail.
Brian Shima, Jon Elliott & Jan Welch.

[nycroIIas]

heard to news on be-mag and came back to pay my respects

R.I.P. James Short

[u am snookems]

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[SnOwHIO]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v341/neorollerx/hothotheat.jpg

awesome picture

[cleary]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v341/neorollerx/hothotheat.jpg

Are you sure thats not James St. Ours?

[ryanmatthewdaily]

Yes, that is James St. Ours.

[fast eddie]

where can I get an .mp3 file of any of his songs? I wanted to play "Wounded Heart" tomorrow at my comp during a moment of remembrance.

[al dolega]

In the procession to the cemetery now... Hundreds of people are here to see James off, it's amazing. I can't think of anyone who deserves it more.

We'll miss you man.

[kike mallahan]

I feel horrible that I couldn't make it for the viewing or funeral. :cry:

[Amber]

I thought they were locking the board?

[u am snookems]

You know, I thought it looked like St. Ours, but James Shortface sent me the picture a long time ago so I assumed it was him. :oops:

I wish I could make it to his memorial session.

[ivan_dalou]

I feel horrible that I couldn't make it for the viewing or funeral. :cry:

[Amber]

What's going on with the woman that hit him?
Keep me updated.

[[State of Mind]]

Agreed, I want to know what happened to her :evil:

[tim_adams]

RIP again. Hope everyone's doing OK dealing with this.

[xGREENxCLOVERx]

Here's some stuff I caught on my phone from the procession:
http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j257/xsoberxrollerx/Mobile%20Uploads/0904091231.jpg
^There must've been between 60 and 80 cars all lined up for James.

Releasing the balloons:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZtz_TCp98k

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j257/xsoberxrollerx/Mobile%20Uploads/0904091241.jpg
^Just before James' balloons were released.

All in all, everything about today was beautiful. A tremendous amount of love was expressed by many for James, and rightly so. It all still seems so surreal though.

[YOUNGBLOOD]

Hi everyone; This is James' mom.
We thank you all for the outpouring of love and support; it was a huge turn out for his calling hours and funeral; the biggest they've had there. We loved seeing you all, and hearing "James" stories, it's really been the bright spot in this tragedy. Thanks again to Ethan/youngblood for allowing me to post on his account! Looks like a large benefit planned for the 13th and another big session planned for the 19th at the new Phila Skate Park. See you there! Debra Short

[p01sOn IV]

Just read the obituary for the first time.

Can't help but smile at how sweet James Short's life really was.

[al dolega]

So what's the deal with the session on the 19th? Who's organizing it? What time of the day will it be? Will the lights be on? I'm trying to organize as many Detroiters to come to it as possible.

[fast eddie]

So what's the deal with the session on the 19th? Who's organizing it? What time of the day will it be? Will the lights be on? I'm trying to organize as many Detroiters to come to it as possible.

Same here from Indianapolis.

An address and time would be awesome, I figure it's about 5 hours if I don't get lost.

[LawsuitBoyx2]

I just found out about this today, and boy has it been a rough one. James was one of those rare individuals that grace one's life and change things for the better.

He invited me to a skate session online when I was 16. I barely knew him, but it seemed like a great idea, especially for a youngster. After a great session, I surmised that James Short was one of the most intriguing, kindred, and genuinely pleasant people I'd ever met.

From then on, as we began to hang out more and more, I began emulating him, as I'm sure many others have. Sometimes I would feel intimidated by his incredible grace and swiftness on his skates. He'd say, "Screw that. You shred just as hard. Now skate that ledge!" It was the kind of push a timid person like myself needed. I grew as a rollerblader as well as an inquisitive young mind. His personality and actions reminded me greatly of someone who would certainly entertained the ideologies shared by Buddhists or Taoists--a state of mind in which one can exists solely with itself, while also maintaining a tender connection to the environment around them. James was the type of person to accept everything for its own values and merits.

Time passed, and we got a little older. There were times when he'd go somewhere, I'd go somewhere, and we'd lose contact. Then, almost miraculously, we'd be drawn back together. James was the kind of person who would call, text, or message you to hang out and you just could not say "No." It wasn't the kind of suspicious behavior that one who guilt-trips someone elicits. No, James was just someone you WANTED to be around. His charming smile, gentle laugh, and warm temperament just intoxicated you.

As my general style and aesthetic taste began to assume a quality similar to his, I realized that this guy had become one of those key figures that most have in their life; one that helps you develop and find yourself by acting as a bounce-board of sorts. I could always reflect or lament and know that he'd be willing to listen and contemplate with me.

There is so much I could say right now. So much I WANT to say. I have so many memories.

Debra, Rod, I had only met the two of you a couple of times in all of the years. My name's Jon Coy, aka Lawsuit Boy as James frequently referred to me as (that's a long, hard story that I shared with James very openly). I don't know if you remember me. I wish to offer my condolences for your loss. But, as you've already pointed out, James wouldn't want me to feel as awful as I do right now. Instead, he would tell me to perk up, listen to some good tunes, and enjoy taking in each breath. I hope that the following months and years go as smoothly and painlessly as possible. I loved your son so much, not only as an amazing friend, but as a complete and utter inspiration. I thank you both for giving the world the opportunity to enjoy the company of such a wonderful person.

I will certainly be stopping by the skate session in New Philly on the 19th.

RIP James.

[YOUNGBLOOD]

Basically, heres a QUICK overview of whats going on:

Saturday Sept. 19th at the New Philadelphia skatepark at 12:00PM

Either myself or someone else will post more about it tomorrow.

[al dolega]

Here is a link to a Google map to the park. Click the blue arrow, then lick "get directions," put in your start point, and boom.

NEW PHILADELPHIA, OHIO SKATE PARK (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&ll=40.482324,-81.449053&spn=0.011539,0.01929&t=h&z=16&msid=106803956123534269778.000472f761ff17b9a0189)


NEW PHILADELPHIA, OHIO SKATE PARK (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&ll=40.482324,-81.449053&spn=0.011539,0.01929&t=h&z=16&msid=106803956123534269778.000472f761ff17b9a0189)


NEW PHILADELPHIA, OHIO SKATE PARK (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&ll=40.482324,-81.449053&spn=0.011539,0.01929&t=h&z=16&msid=106803956123534269778.000472f761ff17b9a0189)


NEW PHILADELPHIA, OHIO SKATE PARK (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&ll=40.482324,-81.449053&spn=0.011539,0.01929&t=h&z=16&msid=106803956123534269778.000472f761ff17b9a0189)

[YOUNGBLOOD]

Just want to let everyone know that there is a skate session on Sat. Sep. 19th at New philadelphia skatepark in memory of James Short. I will not be able to attend because I had to fly out to California to start school yesterday, but i urge you to please please come out and support this cause. His parents and close friends do appreciate it. Please e mail me if you have any questions regarding anything at ......[email protected]
Thank you

-Ben Schwab-

[AJ Pow]

Rest in peace. My prayers are with his family and friends.

[LawsuitBoyx2]

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d109/Lawsuit_Boy/jameowning.jpg

One of my favorites.

[alyssianicole]

We skated James' box the other night and tore that shit up just for him. I'll definitely be at the Phila park on the 19th. I hope to meet a lot of you guys there for James' benefit.