Birth date: Jul 20, 1987 Death date: Apr 3, 2016
James B. Netherland, born July 20, 1987 in Fort Worth, Texas, died April 3, 2016 in Dallas, Texas from complication due to diabetes. Since birth, James was a joy to be around. He was a natural clown and always kept people laughing Read Obituary
My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences for the loss of James. A grieving parent knows little comfort, but cherish the love you hold in your heart for him, and know that you are surrounded by love at all times. With Love and Kindest Regards, Jenny Keller
We visited our cousins, the Netherlands, when James was two-years-old. At that time, he was precocious and totally in love with his Teaching Teddy video. While we chatted with Liz, catching up on a million-and-one of our usual list of favorite-things-to-talk-about, James held court in front of the television. Every time the video ended, he called out "Teaching Teddy!" This was his way of asking for the video to be re-loaded. For me, this is where my best memory of him lives, as it has for all the years of his life. Yes, I remember the exciting news of his entrance to the Netherland family. And I remember other successes of his life. But this one memory of him is what lives in my heart. Dear James: You will be missed.
I had the privilege of knowing James in high school. He always had a smile, and was great at carrying conversations. James even took me out a few times, and was always such a gentleman. I'm so sad and sorry to hear about his passing. I will be carrying James and your family in my prayers. May y'all find peace during this time of sorrow.
Lavender Reflections Spray was purchased for the family of James Burgin Netherland.
Bob and Donna Wellington purchased the Ringed by Love for the family of James Burgin Netherland.
I am so sad for you on the loss of your son. Pleased know that you are loved. KeLaine Kvale
When my cousin Liz told me that they were adopting a boy I remember thinking how fortunate he was to have Liz and Jake as parents. I knew the love, care, and artistic and intellectual stimulation he would receive from them. His would be a blessed life. The sparkle in his eyes and wonder in his mind was evidence of his bright future and his parents attentive care. James never lost that sparkle and wonder but it became crowded out by physical and mental illness as well as self-destructive behavior. This is far too common in our society for individuals like James. Throughout his roller-coaster life, Liz and Jake's love and support for James and his love for them allowed space for that sparkle and wonder to reemerge. Rest well sweet James.
My heartfelt sympathy to you Liz and Jake. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know how much you loved James. That never wavered no matter how tough things got along the way. May James rest in peace, and may the two of you find comfort in wonderful memories.
