I only learned of Jim’s death recently. Jim and I go back to our days in the Navy when we served together on the USS Elmer Montgomery in 1984. Jim was a Second Class Electricans Mate with a strong desire to fly. I will always remember Jim’s integrity and spirit. In this day and age Jim is one of those people that we will find it hard to do without.
CWO4 Joe Lyons USCG
US Coast Guard - Baltimore, Maryland
I am truly sorry to here of Jim's Death. I served with him as a reservist at CGAS Humboldt Bay, CA
LT Jim Hotchkiss
USCGR - Redding, CA
I too was a roomate of Mr. Vincent's for several weeks in the USCG's Officer Candidate School back in 1989. He was truly a Godsend to me at that time in my life. Jim helped me personally and many of us get through that program through his warmth, faith and sense of humor. You are missed my friend and my condolences go out to your family.
Jeff Price
Metropolitan State College of Denver - denver, CO
Mr. Vincent and I flew on many SAR cases together in the Coast Guard. I will always remember his kindness, quick-witted humor and infectious laughter. Once when my 6 yr old son was visiting me at work, Mr. Vincent gave him a lollipop. His nickname in my family since then has been the lollipop man. I will really miss you lollipop man. May God watch over and hold your loved ones close to his heart.
AMT1 David Scott
USCG - Detroit, MI
I wish the famely and team members well. As a member of the EMS system in Wisconsin, I thank you all.
Jason O
Childrens hospital of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, wi
As a former Flight Nurse for EAGLE III and EMT for County Rescue Sevices, I wish to express my deepest sympathy to Jim's family and to the CRS/EAGLE III family. I will keep everyone of you in my thougts.
Mark Andrews, RN, NREMT-P
Lynchburg Fire & EMS - Lynchburg, Va
God cares
Richard Eachus
- , Hi.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debi Clark
PHI Air Medical of Kentucky - Paducah, KY
I remember when I was at the County Rescue Family Picnic and my mother and I had won a free ride in the Eagle lll Helicopter. Jim was the pilot. I had to sit up in the front of the helicoptor with him and he was very nice. I am grateful that I got to spend that time with him. My prayers are with his family.
Johnna Crocker
- Green Bay, WI
My deepest sympathies go out to the family, friends and coworkers of Jim Vincent. He was hired by County Rescue after my husband Mark's death in 2004 so I did not have the pleasure of knowing him or his family. My husband was a paramedic with County Rescue and was associated with Tom Madigan and the County Rescue team for many years up until his sudden death. Mark loved flying in the helicopters and had such respect for the pilots. I watched both Eagle III helicopters fly over Mark's funeral and will never forget the kindness and generosity County Rescue has shown me. It hurts me to watch them have to go through this tragedy and my heart goes out to all of them. God bless all of them and especially Jim's wife and children.
Jan Zvara, wife of Mark Zvara(1953-2004)
- Green Bay, WI
It is so heartbreaking to see this site come up black, knowing that we have lost yet another member of the EMS family.
My deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and co-workers of Mr. Vincent in this time of grief and sadness.
It is hard to think that the pain will ever ease, but your memories of him in the days, weeks, and months ahead will help to heal the hole in your hearts and lives.
Cindy Swank
sister of pilot Roger Morrison (1950-2004) - Poplar , MT
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of James Vincent as well as with his Eagle III team members.
Ken Nemes
Memorial Medflight - South Bend, IN
Jim has touched our lives in so many ways. I was honored and blessed to know and work with him. His generosity will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to Jim and his family.
Donna Hanson
EMT-P with County Rescue Services/EAGLE III - Green Bay, WI
My deepest sympathy to the family of Jim Vincent, as well as to my family at Eagle III/CRS. Jim was just starting at Eagle III as I left Eagle III/CRS to come out west. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this trying time. May God watch over you all and keep you safe.
Nathan Pennington
Director of Training, Gold Cross Ambulance - Salt Lake City, Utah
James (Jimmer) Vincent was an amazing guy. He was a great friend and co-worker. He died doing what he loved. He will be greatly missed. He will always be a hero in everyones eyes. Our thoughts and prayers will always be with Jimmer and his family. We'll miss you man!!
Chad
Paramedic with County Rescue Services and EAGLE III - Green Bay, WI
Jim was a room-mate of mine while we were both attending Coast Guard Officer Candidate Training in Yorktown, VA. He quickly became a very close friend and brother. I was inspired by Jim's pleasant personality, supportive friendship and high moral character. I can honestly say that he was amongst the best men that I have ever met. Knowing his firm Christian beliefs, I have no doubt on where Jim is at the moment, and I want to say thanks Jim for giving me the chance to be your friend.
Howard Shaw
U.S. Coast Guard - Washington , DC
Words cannot convey our thoughts to you at this sad time.
Mike Shoulders and Family
Air Evac Lifeteam - Marion, IL
Heartfelt condolences to the family .Godspeed ,Jim.
Brian Thomas
Lifenet. - Norfolk, Nebraska
May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Deepest condolances.
Heather Byers
MedSTAR Transport - Washington, DC
I worked with him in Traverse City, MI. He was a good man. Thoughts and prayers to his family, friends and co-workers
AMTCM John Long
USCG - Washington DC,
There isn't much more that can be said about Jim and the man he was. His memory will never die and we here at CRS Eagle lll will continue to do the work that was so important to Jim and for which he gave his life. Jim, we go on in your honor. May God grant us the courage and dedication you showed us in your last minutes on this earth.
Gary Schott CCT EMT-P
County Rescue Eagle lll - ,
I had the distinct pleasure of working with LCDR James Vincent, USCG (ret) while he served as a pilot in Northern Ca. for the Coast Guard. Truely a good man! Semper Paratus, LCDR
MCPO Phil Rolfe
USCG - Wash, DC
I had the distinct pleasure of working with LCDR James Vincent, USCG (ret) while he served as a pilot in Northern Ca. for the Coast Guard. Truely a good man! Semper Paratus, LCDR
MCPO Phil Rolfe
USCG - Wash, DC
The staff and crew of ACC has the deepest sympathy for your team. At this time we must all pull together and give one another support. May God bless the family and Eagle III crew!
David Garrard, BHS, RRT, RCP, CCEMT-P, PNCCP - Vice President
ACC - Airborne Critical Care, LLC - Smithfield, NC
In this time of tragedy please know that this family of air medical professionals holds Jim's family, friends and co-workers in our hearts with prayers and sympathy.
Philip Doherty
Spirit Air - Marshfield, WI
Our deepest sympathies to the family of James Vincent and to his co-workers at Eagle III. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Midwest LifeTeam - , KANSAS
May the Lord be with you all in this time of sorrow.
Robert Burch RN
MedCenter Air - Charlotte, NC
From all of the officrs and flight crews from Law Enforcement Aviation Coalition and the Winthrop Harbor Policer Department, our thoughts and prayers are with the family and freinds. Our Helicopter will attend the memorial with an honorary flyby.
Dan Bitton
Cmdr. WHPD - Winthrop Harbor, IL
My hearfelt sympathy goes out to the family, friends and co-workers of Jim. May God give you the strength to move forward during this very difficult time. Yet we have one more angel looking over us as we take to flight...God Bless
Bill Stubba-Base Site Coordinator MedEvac 17
STAT MedEvac - Pittsburgh, PA
To Jim Vincent's Family, and the entire staff of EAGLE III / County Rescue our sincere condolences.
Ray Poss
Aviation Specialties - Boise, Idaho
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Brenda Nelson
Airlift Northwest - Seattle, WA
My sincere condolences to the family of James Vincent and the staff and crews of EAGLE 3.
Jeff Goldstein BS, MICP, CCEMT-P, FP-C
Atlantic Air One - Morristown, NJ
My sincere condolences to the family of James Vincent and the staff and crews of EAGLE 3.
Jeff Goldstein BS, MICP, CCEMT-P, FP-C
Atlantic Air One - Morristown, NJ
My continued thoughts and prayers are with Jim Vincent's family and the EAGLE III team. "Jimmer" was a rare and special man I was priveleged to team with on so many medical missions; the heroism he showed on his final flight is not surprising to me. I hold dear the memory of his constant devotion to others that will live on in those who choose to emulate him. Godspeed Jim.
Patti Hall
EAGLE III - Green Bay, Wisconsin
Our hearts go out to the family of Jim Vincent as well as the professional family of Eagle III. We all are effected by tragedies like this.
Joe Crowder
UNC Air Care - Chapel Hill, NC
As I take time to sit back and remember the wonderful person Jim was, it brings a smile to my face. Even in times of need, you could always count on Jim to be there. His stories could make you laugh to the point of tears just by the way he told them. Jim will forever remain a hero in my life because of the lives he saved that day by steering his aircraft into an open field. My sympathy goes out to friends, family, and coworkers of Jim over this difficult time. "When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure."
Cassi
Paramedic with County Rescue Services and EAGLE III - Green Bay, WI
I salute Mr. Vincent’s bravery that in the face of adversity revealed his true character. For his heroism he shall be known for evermore. God bless him.
Tom Rau
Coast Guard retired Senior Chief - Manistee, Mi.
I am a new member of the County Rescue family and, though I didn't know Jim, I wish to send my sincerest sympathies to all his family and friends. Jim saved lives throughout his career and in the end saved lives by giving his own. May God grant you peace and comfort.
Pam Tiedtke
County Rescue - Green Bay, WI
My prayers go out to Jim's family and all of the crew at Eagle III County Rescue. May God bless all of you.
Chris Woosley, Regional Field Representative
Turbomeca USA - Newburgh, IN
I extend my sympathies to the Family of Jim Vincent. No one is ever truly forgotten if they have left a spot in your heart. It was a pleasure to have worked with Jim over the past few years. God Bless.
John(JD) Shauger, Regional Technical Representative
American Eurocopter - Morgantown, IN
My thoughts and prayers to Jim's family.
J.J. Arnold
EMT-I, County Rescue Services - ,
I extend my utmost sympathy to Jim’s family, and as a coworker I pray we all can find some comfort in knowing that Jim will be remembered by ALL as a hero!
Not only for his magnanimous actions that awful day, but for the good he spread throughout his entire life here.
Dean Ekberg EMT
County Rescue Services - Green Bay, WI
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, and extended family of Mr. Vincent
William Jennings
Life Net Kentucky - Frankfort, KY
To the family and friends of Jim Vincent, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God speed Jim.
Phi Pilots
Phi Air Medical - North Texas,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Mr. Vincent. May God keep you in His mercy and help you through this terrible time of loss.
Deb Milliner, Program Director
Care Flight - Reno, NV
Jim dedicated his life to helping others. Even in the last seconds of his life, his thoughts were of those on the ground below his faultering aircraft as he made a briliant effort to clear CRS and land in the field away from his fellow workers. His efforts were no less than heroic.
We have all lost a great pilot, a good friend and a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jim's family and friends.
Tim Decker and family
EMT-I, County Rescue Services - ,
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and co-workers of Mr Vincent. I will continue to pray for all flight crews and Communications Specialists. May everyone in this industry be safe. God bless you all.
Marc Wagner, Communication Specialist
LifeLine Critical Care Transportation - Indianapolis, IN
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you during these most difficult hours and days ahead. May God comfort and strengthen you.
Robby Shorter, Flight Nurse
HealthNet Aeromedical, HealthNet V - Bluefield, West Virginia
From across the oceans, our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of James Vincent
Flight Paramedics
6th Squadron SAR, UAE Airforce - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
On behalf of our family in the sky, we send our sympathy and prayer to the loved ones of Jim Vincent. Eagle III our thoughts are with you.
Karyn Thornton PA-C
SPIRIT of Marshfield - Marshfield, WI
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Vincents Family. It was a sincere pleasure working with Jim @ CRS / Eagle III. Sincere Gentleman. God Bless his family.
Jim Watermolen
CRS - EMT-I - Howard, WI
I want all to know, especially his family and all personnel at Eaglle-III that Jim Vincent, my friend and fellow pilot responded to the emergency as required and elected to fly his disabled craft away from those personnel on the ground and in the buildings so as not to endanger their lives. Good bless him.
George E. Miller
Director of Flight Operations, Eagle-III - Green Bay , Wisconsin
Our deepest sympathies to the family of James Vincent and to his co-workers at Eagle III. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Warm regards,
Sean Melanson, Flight Nurse
CalSTAR 4 - Ukiah, CA
Our deepest sympathies to the family of James Vincent and to his co-workers at Eagle III. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Warm regards,
Sean Melanson, Flight Nurse
CalSTAR 4 - Ukiah, CA
I want to take this time to thank all HEMS pilots for their service and dedication to the state of Wisconsin, and especially Mr. Vincent for his ultimate sacrifice. Special condolences to his family and loved ones. Thank you.
Michael Berger, MD
Flight For Life - Milwaukee, WI
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of Mr.
Vincent.
Jill McKibben, RN, CFRN, NREMTP, FP-C
PHI Air Medical of Kentucky - Morehead, KY
No words can bring James back, but know that he now soars higher than any of us. My deepest sympathies to his family and colleagues. I hope James' children realize what a hero their Dad really is!
Sandy Correia
Stanford Life Flight - ,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Troy Easton
Intermountain Life Flight - SLC, Ut
Troy Easton
- ,
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Mr. Vincent. May you find peace during this most difficult time.
Michael Dermont - President & CEO
Air Angels, Inc. - ,
My deepest sympathies to the family of James Vincent and to his co-workers at Eagle III. My thought & prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
God Speed James
David Cauley, Flight Paramedic
Life Star - Erie, PA
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Vincent's family as well as with his flight crew family. May God help each of you through this difficult time.
Becky Williams, Flight Nurse
Regional One Air Medical Service - Spartanburg, SC
My condolences to your program and your family. My God give you all strength and courage at this sorrowful time.
Lisa Jamerson
MedFlight III - Lynchburg, VA
Our thoughts and prayers go out to James' family and friends. May God give you strength and comfort in this most difficult time.
Tom Williamson
MedCenter Air - Charlotte, NC
It is very obvious what a tremendous impact James Vincent made in the life of many others. I pray that God will comfort everyone whose life now has a huge hole.
Sheryl Blankers RN
Medi-Flight - Modesto, CA
To the family of Mr. Vincent and the entire Eagle III/County Rescue team. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very difficult time.
Jim Mobley
Program Coordinator, Regional One - Spartanburg, SC
There is not a word that will take away the pain you are feeling right now. Just know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of a very large Family.
Christopher Smith
Flight For Life Colorado/St. Anthonys Communications - Denver, Colorado
It was my pleasure to fly with Jim at AirSta Humboldt Bay in 2001. He was a very funny and warmhearted man, as quick with a practical joke as he was to lend a hand. He will be sorely missed.
Tay Voye - Pilot
REACH 7 - Marysville, CA
I pray for the family and our industry as a whole. God Bless
Wes Hamilton RN, EMT-P Flight Nurse/Clinical Education
Air-Evac Lifeteam - Florence, AL
There are no words that can truely comfort those hurting the most right now. Just know there are people out here sending their prayers and love to the family, friends, and co-workers of James. May he soar like an eagle with those who have gone on before him.
Debra Lewis, Chief Flight Nurse
Medic 1 Air - Mission, TX
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. Our sincere condolences to everyone involved with your program.
Morgan Young, CCEMT-P
Citizen's Memorial Healthcare, Prehospital Services - Bolivar, MO
Our prayers of comfort and warm memories go to all of you. There are simply no words.
REACH 5 crew
REACH mediplane - Redding , CA
My condolences to all the family, friends and co-workers in your time of sorrow. God be with you all.
Joseph M. Bunch
- Chicago , Illinois
My thoughts and prayers go out to all involved in this tragic event.
Chris Pritchard NR/CCEMT-P
- Bucyrus, Ohio
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of James Vincent. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Loren Thompson
PHI Air Medical CA - Modesto, CA
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless You!
Medflight 16
Medflight of Ohio - Ohio, Wooster
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Crew
JeffSTAT - Philadelphia, Pa.
To our friends at EAGLE III, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. Our sincere condolences to everyone involved with your program, especially Jim and his family.
Jon Hagen, RN, BSN, EMT-P
ThedaStar Air Medical - Neenah, WI, USA
To the loved ones of James Vincent. I cannot find the words to comfort you. Our struggle continues, but as Sandy Hellman said it does change. The tears still fall, the grief continues but it is different. I hope you will find some comfort in the fact he loved what he did and he will not be forgotten.
Sandy Brians, mom
Erin Reed, Flight Nurse, ALNW, 9/29/2005 - , Folsom, California
To the family of James Vincent. May you find comfort in the months ahead. Knowing many others walk with you in your grief and you are not alone.
Les Brians, Stepdad
Erin Reed, Flight Nurse, ALNW, 9/29/05 - ,
Just yesterday I was thinking what a relief it has been not to see the screen blacked out. But today as that blackened screen appeared, that familiar pit in my stomach and knot in my throat was immediately there.
To the Vincent family, as well as his friends and co-workers, my heart goes out to you. I wish I had the words to comfort you, but I know there are none. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Sandy Hellman
Wife of Flight Paramedic Todd Hellman (1964-2004) - Elko, Nevada
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of those affected by the loss of James Vincent from our community.
Robert Bauer
Air Evac Lifeteam - Evansville, IN
My deepest condolences to the friends and family of Eagle III. I will keep you in my thoughts.
Jason West
LifeLine Critical Care Transport - Indianapolis, IN
If grief and pain can be shared, I hope the staff of County Rescue / Eagle III feel some comfort from our messages. Losses such as these are most acute close to home, but we all feel some pang of sorrow.
Would that we might wipe it all away, instead wish you strength to go forth.
David Kearns
Flight For Life Colorado - Denver, Colorado
Our sincere condolences go out to the family, friends, and flight crew. You are all in our prayers.
Hospital Wing of Memphis - Memphis, TN
my thoughts and prayers are with the family members and friends of James Vincent. I know what you are going through I am still going through it...my brother was killed on March 8,2006 on the plane that went down in Maui on Hawaii Air Ambulance(Brien Eisaman). All I can say is I am so sorry for your loss. It has been really healing to read the condolences on this web-site. Encourage people to keep signing it.
Heather Billington
Sister of Brien Eisaman - Ladera Ranch, CA
My prayers and most sincere condolences go out to all those close to Mr. Vincent. May God comfort you all and give you the strength to carry on.
Rob LaCount, Flight Nurse
CALSTAR 4 - Ukiah, CA
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
God bless you in this difficult time.
Andrew J. Foxcroft, BS,LP
CareFlite - Fort Worth, Texas
My condolences for the family of James Vincent and the staff and crews of EAGLE 3.
Don M.
Guardian Angel Ambulance Services - Pittsburgh, Pa
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY AND CREW'S OF JAMES VINCENT.
JOSEPH BOYD
LIFESTAR - ERIE, PA
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone involved with this terrible tragedy.....
May the Lord Bless You and Keep You....
Chuck Yelich - Communications Specialist
STATMedEvac - Pittsburgh, PA
To the friends, family and co-workers of Mr. Vincent my deepest heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you. May you be comforted by the knowledge that the spirit of this fallen hero is now in the skies that he so loved.
Amy RN, NREMT
- Dalton, GA
Our thoughts and prayers go out to James Vincent and his love ones in their time of need. And to the crews of Eagle III, know that your fellow brothers and sisters here in Wisconsin and around the world have you in our hearts and are sorry for your loss.
John Ruhnke, NREMT-P/CCEMT-P
The Spirit Medical Transportation Services - Marshfield, Wisconsin
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and crew members of James Vincent.
Brent Grady
- Western Springs, IL
All of you at Eagle III and the family of this lost hero are in my families thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Rob S.
- SW, Washington
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God show his kindness during this difficult time.
Rick Boeshaar
Lifestar EMS - West Bend, WI
Our prayers are with your service, families and crew members in this time of sadiness.
Russell Ferling
OSF Lifeline Emergency Helicopter & MedComm - Rockford, IL
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of James Vincent and the whole Eagle III flight team during this most difficult of times. May God be with you.
Mike Clumpner, MBA, NREMT-P, CCEMT-P, FP-C
Flight Paramedic, Regional One - Spartanburg, SC
God bless and God speed to another savior in the skies...
Stacey Friedman
Sister of Flight Nurse Erin Reed, 1957-2005 - Folsom, CA
There are no right words to express my sadness at Eagle III's loss. The family and friends will be in my prayers. Know you are not alone in your grief.
Mary Lou Hatfield, RN NREMT-P
Air Evac Lifeteam - West Plains, MO
May GOD bless this pilot and his family and hold them close during this time.
a/c
CAC - yearlington, nv
May we all stand in silence, and remember James Vincent,and extend our deepest heart felt thoughts to his family,and those at EagleIII/County Rescue.Vaya con Dios.
JESUS GOMEZ
CHAMPION EMS - TYLER, TEXAS
My condolensences to the firneds and family. May we someday have no chance of having this site blacked out.
Brian Wall
Native Air - Gilbert, AZ
May God Bless the pilot and his family during this very difficult time.
Robert Youther
Carilion Life-Guard 11 - Smyth County, VA
My Heart and prayers go out to you all in this difficult time.
Justin Benton
Spirit MTS - Weston, Wi
As a previous employee of County Rescue/EAGLE III, I offer my sincere condolences to Jim Vincent, his family, friends and the staff of County Rescue/EAGLE III. It was a great pleasure knowing and working with Jim and he is in my thoughts and prayers.
Daniel N. Storzer, RN, EMT-P
- Green Bay, Wisconsin
May God Bless you during your time of loss. Our hearts go out to the family, friends, and co-workers at Eagle III/County Rescue.
Life Flight Crews
Memorial Hermann Life Flight - Houston, Texas
To Jim Vincent's Family, Loved Ones and the entire staff of EAGLE III / County Rescue I send my deepest sympathies and the sympathies of everyone at ThedaStar. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers during this tragic and difficult time.
Jeff Grimm
ThedaStar Air Medical - Neenah, WI
To Jim Vincent's Family, Loved Ones and the entire staff of EAGLE III / County Rescue I send my deepest sympathies and the sympathies of everyone at ThedaStar. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers during this tragic and difficult time.
Jeff Grimm
ThedaStar Air Medical - Neenah, WI
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the crews of Eagle III.
Blue Skies and Tailwinds!!
John Wade FP-C
- Phoenix, AZ
To James's family and crew members, may these words and thoughts help support you during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rollie Parrish
Northwest MedStar - Spokane, WA
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