James “Jimmy” Santistevan, age 61, passed away on Monday, July 30, 2018. He was a native of his beloved Colorado Springs, CO.
Jimmy was born on April 28, 1957 to James and Mary Santistevan in Colorado Springs, CO. On August 1, 1982 he married his “little angel”, Angie Mendiola, in Roswell, NM., after having met at the local Victory Chapel church conference.
Jimmy loved the wonderful outdoor life in the Rocky Mountain Range and enjoyed hunting and fishing with family and friends. When he was not outdoors you could find him playing pool, fooseball, and darts. He was great at these hobbies as well and loved challenging others in competitions, teaching his children, or just playing a friendly game to pass the hours.
He will most definitely be fondly remembered for his expressive, sometimes over animated storytelling, his jokes and contagious laughter, infectious smile, his talented singing, and whistling that always brought joy to those around him. Over the years, God used him in powerful ways as he connected with many different people he’d met throughout his life journey lifting up Jesus, his loving Lord and Savior. He found that His light could shine and bring hope to others even in the darkest places of his own life.
He is survived by his loving wife, Angie; His children: Reuben, Monique (Russell), Stephanie (Juan) & Ryan; his mother Mary; his siblings, LaVerne, Rod & Theresa; his grandchildren, Nevaeh, Josiah and Luke, all of whom, along with his great many extended family members and life long friends, will miss him greatly. He was preceded in death by his father James & his brother Dean.
A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, August 3, 2018 at Shrine of Remembrance “America the Beautiful” Chapel, located at 1730 East Fountain Boulevard, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at the same location.
A reception will be held following the service at Victory Life World Outreach, 2001 East La Salle Street, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80909.
Janiah Miles
13 Aug 2018My condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. Losing someone you love is truly difficult and I know Jimmy will be missed. Please know our Heavenly Father holds out promises that can help us with our sorrow. One such promise is that death soon will be done away with forever (Revelation 21:4) and another promise is that “there is going to be a resurrection.” (Acts 24:15) I pray these promises from God, who cannot lie, (Titus 1:2) bring you comfort. For more comfort from the Bible visit www . jw . org.
Stephan Skotko
13 Aug 2018My love and prayers to you Angie. I am saddened today because i know so many are remorseful for Jimmie’s passing. I also know that he is in heaven and rejoicing in the presence of the Lord. My heartfelt condolences and sympathies to you Angie and the whole Santistevans family. Jimmie will truly be missed.
Nicole
13 Aug 2018Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus…just to take Him at His Word. Just to rest apon His promise…and to know thus saith the Lord. I want your whole family to know…I love u. Im praying for u all. I know your hearts are broken…yet u rejoice! Which takes great faith and trust in the Lord. I will miss him too and look forward to the day we are all united with the Lord. Love u all
Kathy
13 Aug 2018Our family sends our condolences to you, Angie. We love you and your family.
Ron and Ruth Albright
24 Aug 2018It was a joy knowing Jimmy over the years. The love he shared with everyone will continue to touch all of us. Angie, you and your children will be in our prayers . We love you all.
Reuben
9 Dec 2018Ohhh I miss you so much
The times we had
The laughs an tears we shared
An everything in between
No one can compare I love you so much