Terrible News: Jim Blumenthal Passed Away Last Night

[jefferyepayne]

Heartbreaking news. Had the privilege of meeting Jim at the National a few years ago. He was the kind of person that was always more interested in hearing about your finds and your cards than talking about his absolutely incredible world class card collection.

A true gentleman, scholar, and all around great person. We can all learn a lesson from Jim on how to be humble and treat other people.

RIP Jim.

jeff

[atx840]

[Wite3]

So sad...Jim was a great collector and a fantastic person. Such a great loss. My condolences to his family, friends, and everyone who was ever touched by him. RIP Jim.

Joshua

[Ladder7]

Great, one of a kind guy.

[slidekellyslide]

What terrible news...two great guys in one week. RIP.

[petecld]

I'm sure I speak for Derek Grady as well when I say what a sad surprise this is. Jim was one of those guys I saw once a year at the National and it won't be the same.

Peace to all his friends and family.

Peter

[mrvster]

thank you sir

[wonkaticket]

This year has been a rough one for me and this hobby. Earlier I lost a person who had a huge influence on my collecting when I was young Dan McKee Sr.

Now I have to say goodbye to one of my hobby friends Jim. I was lucky enough to become friends with Jim over the past few years. Jim was the definition of humble. He was a great person who made me enjoy this hobby even more. I will never forget the long telephone chats and late night auction closing talks. Jim was the kind of person who made you want to be a better person you can’t say that about many people today.

I admired Jim for who he was, and was lucky enough for Jim to consider me a friend. People always ask about those great hobby finds. Meeting Jim Blumenthal to me was one of my greatest hobby finds in 25+ years of collecting. He can never be replaced and the hobby has lost one of the greats.

Goodbye Jim.

[JeremyW]

So sad. One of the nicest guys I've met on this forum.

[MVSNYC]

Jim was one of the best guys in the hobby...and in life. I had the pleasure of spending some time with him over the years...He was such an amazing person.

RIP Jim.

We miss you terribly already.