James Marley

On July 15, 2020 this world lost one of the great ones.

Jim Marley leaves behind the love of his life, wife of thirty-one years, Susie. Jim and Susie's love story is the stuff from which the greatest love stories are inspired. (Relationship goals, mic drop).

He also leaves behind his pride and joy, daughter Sara. Jim was a goner the moment Sara arrived. He was always proud of her and her accomplishments. He was known by close friends as Fishy, and Sara was Fishy Jr. They had a bond that was so very special, often times saying they had ESPN. His love for Sara was unconditional. They were alien twins.

Jim was a force of nature. With a vibrant smile, he could light up any room with his heartfelt laugh. Anyone who knew Jim knows that if he considered you his friend, you were in a very special, select group. He treasured each one as only he could.

Jim had a love of football, especially for his beloved Broncos. Win or lose, he never missed a game, and loved attending home games. His commitment went way beyond the average fan. Jim's home houses a room dedicated to his team. Jim also enjoyed

the annual fantasy football leagues, winning multiple times.

Jim's legendary love of all things Rock'n Roll led him to attend hundreds of concerts over his lifetime. His first concert was in Austin, Texas on the University of Texas campus (Hook ‘um Horns!) by the then unknown band, ZZ Top. His final concert, Phil Collins, was in October 2019. His favorite concert was Foreigner, Styx, REO, and Kansas at Red Rocks. Jim surprised his Marley girls with backstage passes where we met the band and did a photo shoot with them. His favorite band was Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, followed closely by Foreigner.

Jim was also known as a fish aficionado, having salt water in his veins. Jim always had salt water tanks, and loved getting and raising new fish. His dream finally came true when he got a baby Emperator Angel (Empy Marley). He raised him to full adult in 2019. When Impy passed, his beloved fish was taxidermized so he could be with us forever.

Jim was an avid scuba diver, enjoying many adventures, including diving with sharks. When Jim wasn't swimming, in the ocean, or taking friends out on the boat and jet ski, he loved playing bridge, a game his dad, Clarence Marley, got him addicted to.

Jim Marley loved a good party and was known for throwing some of the greatest parties in town. Of course, his favorite beverage, Belvedere Vodka, was always on tap. A good time was had by all.

Jim found his calling as a forklift sales professional. He excelled selling big, high cost equipment to job sites across the US, which allowed him to buy the lake-house in Ogallala.

We are sorry to say this world has lost an amazing husband, father, and friend. He is now reunited in Heaven with his best friend, Kenny Overby. They are probably searching for the Belvedere fountain and wreaking havoc, as only those two could. Jim had a love for living life to the absolute fullest. His mantra when given two options of what to do, would be to always say "Both, of course!" wanting to make the most of every moment.

WOW what a great life we had together!

He will forever live on in our hearts.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to Jim’s memorial fund, which can be accessed through the following link: James Marley’s Memorial GoFundMe