October 26, 2022

I did not know Jim, but I know his son, Carey, very well. Therefore, I know that Jim was an exceptional Father to raise such a fine man as Carey. I know from life that an exceptional Father is also very likely to be a loving Husband. That’s a legacy any man would desire to leave! May the Peace of the Lord be with Jim’s Family and his many friends.

October 26, 2022

Carey,
My deep sympathies to you and your family on the passing of your father. I always thought he was such a nice man.
Tell your mom she looks great. I looked at all the pictures.       Pat Brislin 

October 25, 2022

Very sorry for your family’s loss.  I have enormous respect for Jim’s son Carey, and I know what a huge influence Jim was on his son. I hope your faith will help you with your grief. 

October 25, 2022

I am so very sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family and friends who loved him.Tina Hanover Estep

October 25, 2022

I am saddened to hear the Jim died. Although I knew him for a number of years, we didn’t talk that much, but what he did say to me were life-lessons, I’ve taken them with me through life’s journey. … I specifically remember sitting with Jim and his son Carey at an after-school event in the school cafeteria, and Jim asked me point blank, “So what is your plan, Paul?” At 16, I didn’t have any quick respones to adults. I sat thinking how to respond. So Jim said something like, “Your career, what are you’re going study?… What do you want to do? You think about that, now. Have a plan.” I had some dreams, but no plan, and I was too much of a self-conscious, insecure teenager to share.  However, … from then on I always thought about the big picture, though, the long-term goals, the true goals and how to get there, and the time it might take. I cannot explain what a life-lesson Jim gave me. Life-changing. … He also relayed some tips on how to behave in a corporate setting, and he had a way of saying it with a grin, revealing his comic wit… and if anyone knew how to navigate the corporate front-office, it was Jim. … again, more life-lessons. Thank you, Jim Filling. Fair winds and following seas.   

October 24, 2022

I taught Carey when he was a student at HHS. I am so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and sending love to the family.

October 24, 2022

Jim was really one of the nicest people to work with at Armstrong!  He was very helpful and supportive of my career.  Always a pleasure to be with – natural grace and humor.  Of course he is part of the Filling family – all the better for it.  My deepest sympathy to the family.

October 24, 2022

Was a classmate of Jim’s at Manor High.  Good guy.  Blessings to family.

October 23, 2022

My wife Barbara and I were saddened to hear of Jim’s passing.  I have very fond memories of working for and with Jim at Armstrong.  We extend our condolences to the entire family.
 
Tom and Barbara Clingan

October 23, 2022

Jim was my most respected Uncle from the early days of our love for cars and speed. He was my mentor during our days in the flooring industries. He was a big reason I moved to Lancaster. Loved him more like a brother!

October 23, 2022

Thinking of you, Aunt Linda, Carey and Michelle, along with your families.  Prayers and much love sent your way.  

October 23, 2022

Thinking of your wonderful family at this challenging time.