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James Kessler Jeffers, 56, passed away unexpectedly on November 21, 2020. He was born December 31, 1963 in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, the son of James Allen and Edith Ihrig Jeffers.
He was preceded in death by his father James Allen. James is survived by his mother Edith, wife of 32 years, Robin M Myers, son Austin and wife Margaret, son Alex and wife Kristin, granddaughters Blake, Charley, and Tatum, sister Marlisa and husband Bill, along with nieces and nephews.
James graduated from Canyon High School in 1982. Following graduation, he attended Texas A&M University, class of ‘87. He was co-owners of J&R Gymnastics with Robin.
James loved to kayak, hunt, fish, and spoil his granddaughters. He was actively involved with Communities In Schools, NB Rotary, Wurstfest Association, Gymnastics Association of Texas, and Tree of Life Church. In recent years, James would consider finishing the Texas Water Safari as one of his greatest accomplishments.
In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial contribution to Communities In Schools or Serve Outdoors.
Public Visitation is at Tree of Life Church, 5513 IH-35 South, New Braunfels, TX 78132, on Monday, November 30, 2020 at 2:00pm with service beginning at 3:00PM and reception to follow. Livestream will be available through the link below:
62 Entries
Debbie Haynes
January 2, 2021
Robin and family, I am sending all my peace and love to you. James was a great person with such a great spirit. I will always remember his smile and will continue to picture him with his longer hair in the cool car he drove at Canyon. You all will stay in my thoughts and prayers. Debbie Haynes
Jackie & Charlene Nolte
December 7, 2020
Dear Robin and family--We were with you in spirit as we watched James' memorial service online. What a beautiful tribute you offered for your loved one. We feel blessed to have been friends over the years. Prayers for comfort and special blessings......
Anne Aramendia
December 3, 2020
So sorry to hear of your loss. James will be greatly missed, he was always so positive and fun to be around, he had so much enthusiasm. Loved hearing about his adventures, especially his fishing trips. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
Anne & John Aramendia
Felicia Soechting
December 3, 2020
Robin,
My condolences to you and your family.
Kip & Laurie Anderson
December 1, 2020
Robin,
We’re so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time
Kip & Laurie
Anderson
Bryce Tumlinson
December 1, 2020
Robin
I’m so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family.
Bryce
Rose Oatley
November 30, 2020
Our heart felt condolences go out to you and your family. May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time. We are honored to have met such a great man. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. It was such a beautiful service honoring James. God bless you and your family.
-The Oatleys’
Tina Jupe
November 30, 2020
Robin,
Mark and I are so sorry about the passing of James. My heart breaks for you. He was such a great man. If there is anything we can do just call. Sending our love and prayers. We are sorry we couldn’t make the service.
David & Yadi Ramirez
November 30, 2020
Just a great person with a big heart - He will be dearly missed by his CIS family. Our deepest condolences to the entire family.
Susan & Scott Tjernagel
November 30, 2020
If we were not in the midst of a pandemic, Scott and I would have been there today to honor James with you all. We are so saddened by this news and this great loss for your family. We are grateful for the time in our lives when we shared much of life with you Robin & James, the birth of your boys and Edith & James Sr. All our love to you in this difficult time.
Andy Pani
November 30, 2020
Hello Robin and family.
I was positively moved by today’s service. Thank you for allowing us to to learn
and appreciate the life of James.
May the Lord comfort you during this time of sadness.
Catharina and Kitty Biehn
November 30, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Fannie Huckby
November 30, 2020
Heaven awaits you
Jacqueline Suhr
November 30, 2020
Robin, we are so sorry to hear about James. We have some great memories of you two when the girls were taking classes over 20 years ago! And of course running into you guys at different events in those past 20! He was such a nice guy and he will be so missed. Our prayers are with you and all the kids.
SUSAN BELL
November 30, 2020
My sympathy and prayers for you and your family in the loss of James, who gave so much of himself generously to his family and to our CIS organization. He will be greatly missed by all of us. He was a wonderful man.
James Blakey
November 30, 2020
James was always kind with a smile and handshake. He was always the type of person that would acknowledge you in any crowd. He was an example to many people and kept Christ in all is actions. May God wrap his arms around the entire family during this time. God Bless.
Angelika Weber
November 30, 2020
Dear aunt Edith, Robin, Marlisa and family. My deepest sympathies for your sudden loss of James. I never met James in person, but offen heard about him when I wrote E-Mails with James sen. May the candle I lit carry you through these days of sadness.
Father and son are now reunited and may now watch you from above.
Toni Cross
November 30, 2020
We will miss James very much. His love for others was always evident. Our heartfelt prayers for comfort and peace.
Major Roman Leal
November 30, 2020
Our prayers of condolences are with your family. May God give you peace and comfort in your morning. God Bless
Beau Biron
November 30, 2020
Sincere condolences and prayers from the Biron family.

Chris Sanger
November 30, 2020
Just a few days ago James and I shared a few beers at the Rotary social. We had good conversation (which was common when I saw James at the various volunteer functions and socials we frequent) and he shared his passion for fishing and all the kinds of ways he likes to fish of which the most unique to me was spearfishing, as I am not familiar with the sort, however now that he has shared how fun it can be I surely must try one day. Such a positive and uplifting member of the community and I will miss him.
May God keep you in his arms Robin and bring you peace. You have an entire community to support you in this time, and your Rotary family is here for you and yours. Let Liz and I know if we can serve you in any way. God bless James and his family.
Taylor & Lori Petty
November 30, 2020
So very sorry for your loss!! You and James were always so great and gracious to Taylor and I. Our deepest sympathy for you and your family.
Kimberly Doege
November 30, 2020
Robin, I pray that you and your family can feel Gods arms wrapped around you during this difficult time. James was a wonderful classmate, friend and man, who will be deeply missed. I will cherish my conversations with him and that warm smile he was always wearing. I know God has welcomed him into the kingdom of Heaven, where he will watch over you and his family. My deepest condolences.
Susanne Weber
November 30, 2020
Dear Aunt Edith, dear Robin and family,
we are shocked and saddened by your loss. Unfortunately we never met him in person but Edith always told us about him. He was certainly a great son, husband and father who now will take care of you from heaven. Our deepest condolences.
Danny Mullen
November 29, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Grason, Laurie, Aaron and Garrett Underwood
November 29, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss and are praying for you and your family. May you feel Gods Peace, Love and Presence all around you. “ I tell you the truth, whoever believes has eternal life.” John 6:47
Jim and Cindy Wissmiller
November 29, 2020
James will never be forgotten. I will always remember that smile of his. What stands out most to me is that our conversations revealed so clearly that he was always thinking of others. Truly a very good man. To Robin you are equally loved and I only hope and pray that the Holy Spirit continues to comfort you always. Your family and friends are here for you and only hope you never hesitate to lean on them (Cindy and I included) as needed or desired day or night.
Sandra Bogart
November 29, 2020
Robin and family so sorry for your loss. James was such a strong force in the gymnastics community. He will truly be missed. Love u dearly.
Dib Waldrip
November 29, 2020
Grace and I were blessed to know and share in this life with James. To Robin and the boys, be confident and comforted in the promise that, in Heaven, Christ has an even greater purpose for James to accomplish and that, being filled with the Spirit of his Lord and Savior, James continues to be transformed into the magnificent image and ever-increasing glory of our Lord. I Cor. 3:17-18.
Misty Harris
November 28, 2020
Robin, Austin and Alex...My heart breaks for you all. What a respectable man your husband/father was. Every time I saw James whether it be in the gym, at an Astros game, or at Wurstfest, he always had a smile on his face. He will be missed by so many. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. ❤ You all.
Misty, Shawn, Rylee and Sophie Harris
Winki, Ken, Jake & Aaron Smith
November 28, 2020
Robin & Boys, We love you and are praying for you.
Sue and Wally Gullick
November 28, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss, Robin and family. James was such a loving husband, a wonderful father and friend. I am so blessed to have been part of the J&R family for so many years. James was a great leader and a positive force in everything he did. He will be missed but will be in our hearts forever. Praying for the whole family to have the strength to heal and remember the beautiful times shared.
Frank and Gina Van Horn
November 27, 2020
We were so deeply sorry to hear of your loss. High school friends are never forgotten no matter the time that passes. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Nan Hamilton
November 27, 2020
James and Robin were so welcoming to Marc and me when we came to New Braunfels in 2017. We had come to like them both very much, and we will truly miss James. Our prayers are with Robin and their family.
Kay Reneau
November 27, 2020
Robin,
We were so sorry to hear of James’ passing. We remember fondly the Braunfels Foundation Christmas party you and James hosted at your home. It was very obvious how much you both shared the joy of Christmas.
God bless you and your family.
Elton and Kay Reneau
Greg and Debbie Mahan
November 27, 2020
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. James was always so kind and friendly to us and to Tyler. May God’s peace and strength sustain you at this time.
Farrah Pourmehr vaughan
November 27, 2020
Even though I didn’t get to visit much over the years, James will b missed!! I kept up with y’all on Facebook!! Robin, you and your family are in my prayers.
Myra Schmitt
November 27, 2020
Robin, I’m so sorry for you & your families loss. Myra J. Schmitt (Bible Study Group)
Larry and Joyce Bundick
November 27, 2020
We are so sorry for your families loss. James will be very missed by so many including us. He was such a good person and always happy and laughing and fun. Dobber we Love You and wish we could help in some way
Kat Grace-Hunter
November 27, 2020
My heart aches so much for you Robin, Alex & Kristin, Austin & Margaret, and the entire family. He was such a loving, Christian man who was a pillar in the community and a great role model for all.
I will always remember him with a smile on his face, and the image of him standing in your kitchen holding Charley will forever be envisioned in my brain. I will miss his hugs and kind words. He always made a point to ask how I was doing and how things were going on our farm. I am so grateful that he treated my daughter as his own daughter and not just the wife of his son. Our family is so blessed to be part of this family.
He has left a huge whole in our lives and our hearts, yet we rejoice to know he is with our Heavenly Father and has reunited with others he loved.
Susan Heidrich
November 27, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathy. God Bless.
Dawn Stephens
November 26, 2020
So very sorry to hear of James passing. He was always so friendly and had a smile on his face. Our kids enjoyed seeing him at J&R when they were there for classes. Many prayers for the family.
Pam Richardson
November 26, 2020
I'm so sorry and will miss James. He was an extraordinary person. All my love Aunt Pam Richardson
Mark and Cassandra Sparkman
November 26, 2020
Robin, we are heartbroken for you all. Please let us know if you need anything, we are right down the street. Prayers for peace, comfort, and healing for everyone.
Brenda Sewell
November 26, 2020
My most heartfelt condolences at the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. Prayers for God's enveloping and healing love to all!
Russell and Laura Dietert
November 26, 2020
So sorry for your loss. We continue to pray for your family that God holds you during this difficult time.
John Bedgood
November 26, 2020
Prayers and comfort at this time!
David and Liza Parker
November 26, 2020
Robin, Austin and Alex we are so sorry for your loss. What a great man James was and he will be missed by so many. Our hearts go out to you.
Vicki Spradling
November 25, 2020
My Heart hurts for each of you and everyone that knew and loved him including myself. I will always treasure my memories working with James. The J&R team is a family and James made sure we all felt that way. Sending so much Love and prayers to everyone.
Todd and Leisa Skinner
November 25, 2020
Robin, Edith, Austin and Alex,
James was a very special person and played a major role in our lives; we were honored to call him our friend. We will dearly miss him. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with all of you during this very sad and difficult time. May God wrap you in His arms and give you His peace.
Chris Douglas
November 25, 2020
My prayers and blessings to each one of the Jeffers family, and especially to you, Robin. The two of you have created a wonderful life, amazing sons, and a very successful and well thought of business. James was so outstanding in so many ways. I loved that he felt confident in sharing his ideas and opinions but always in such a respectful and genuine manner. He was the President-Elect for our board and we will all miss him in that role. I pray that the Lord wrap you in his arms and provide you the comfort that only He can assure. With love, Chris Douglas
Georgia Miller
November 25, 2020
James will be missed by so many, but I think the reason is the same for us all. He truly had a servant heart in all he did. I was blessed to be part of the GAT board family with James. During the time I knew him, he always had a smile on his face and a laugh to share...even in the difficult times. He always opened our GAT meetings with a prayer that we each be a blessing in all we did, as we served GAT. I will miss hearing his stories each Labor Day weekend...and boy were there some good ones. I pray the fishing is good in heaven and I pray that we each try to follow just a fraction of his servant heart....the world is much better for all who knew him.
Pam Lindsey
November 25, 2020
My prayers to the Jeffers family... such an amazing man I’m truly sorry for your loss Robin sending love and prayers to you and the boys All my love
Jennifer Larsen
November 25, 2020
My dearest condolences to James’ family. He was a wonderful person and will be missed greatly.
Sandra Keith
November 25, 2020
We're very sorry for your loss.
Melanie Solis
November 25, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful man. Thank you for welcoming me into your gym family and teaching me all that I know. I owe my accomplishments to you and Robin. With love, always.
Annette Thomas
November 25, 2020
I am
So thankful to have known and worked with James for more than 15 years on The GAT board. He we the anchor of our close group and will be missed beyond belief!
Barbie and Johnny Campbell
November 25, 2020
Our Condolences to James’ Family. Prayers of Comfort and Peace to you all. ❤
Jim Homewood
November 25, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jim Homewood
November 25, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Tree of Life Church
5513 IH-35 South, New Braunfels, TX
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Tree of Life Church
5513 IH-35 South, New Braunfels, TX
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