1. In
Celebration,
Jim
Duran
a co-
worker,
mentor,
friend and
inspiration!

2. Jim always showed incredible
integrity and energy in all of his work
in the ED. He was always willing to
go the extra mile.
He was able to show compassion and
caring to all patients, even the most
abusive and difficult.
His work in heading up the volunteers
provided a great source of assistance
to the daily running of the
department.
You never heard “It’s not my job”
from Jim…. I don’t think that phrase
was in his vocabulary.
Steve Cantrill, EM Physician

4. Jim was a model of grace under
pressure, and an example of how
critical a consistent positive attitude
is to survive in the ED and in life. It
was always a joy to see him when I
was coming on a shift and I knew
that shift was going to be that much
better because Jim was there. It was
an honor to work with him and learn
from him.
Marlow Macht, MD, MPH
EMS Fellow

6. Jim inspired me to be charitable and
generous. He had a way of always
giving, either a kind word, a smile,
the way he included people of all
kinds in his warmth, or just by being
a good listener. He was generous of
spirit and so full of vigor and life. He
will be missed.
Erin Moore SW

8. Jim was one of the first figures of
DH/ Denver General that I met when
I started. At that moment he was an
inspiration! He smiled, calmed my
patient and calmed me (being a new
grad). His kindness, gentleness and
words of encouragement to all walks
of life is unforgettable and something
for all of us to strive for. He truly
was a shining star!
Kelly Gettman, RN BSN
Department of Patient Safety &
Quality

10. "Jim could snap anybody out of a bad
mood or bad day"...he was Mister
Sunshine:) Miss you Mr.. Good
Vibes!!!
Darrel Bailey, Radiology
A few words/phrases come to mind when I think
if Jim
Hi honey...big hugs sometimes a little longer
then expected...hot coffee...smiles...scissor
holder...huge heart...great
smiles...kind...beautiful person.
Jennie Buchanan, EM Physician
if I have to give you JUST words for Jim, they
would be: RESPECTFUL, RESPECTED, GENUINE,
CARING, GOD-LIKE, COMPASSIONATE, LOVING,
and FUNNY! (I probably could go on and on.)
TinaMarie Castillo, RN
Clinical Risk Manager

12. I don’t think there are words to
describe how much Jim impacted my
life but I can say that I miss the love
that he uniquely gave to everyone
here in the department, patients
included. Jim was just an all-around
HERO to many of us. He was
knowledgeable and resourceful and
definitely always more than willing to
lend that helping hand and loving
compassionate heart. Jim was the
person who would literally take the
jacket off his back to hand to a
homeless on those cold winter
days/nights for him. Or feed the
starving co-worker by lending them
money for dinner when they were
short on cash. Anyway I could go on
and on about all the generosities that
he carried in his heart and could
seriously never find end. JIM DURAN
we miss you brother.
Brenda Guerrero, ED Clerk

14. Jim’s uplifting spirit and tremendously kind heart
inspired everyone around him to be a better
person. His beaming smile and positive outlook made
our ED a better place for patients and staff alike. It was
an honor to know Jim and to have him in our lives.
Jody Vogel EMD
I worked with Jim in the ED from 1990 – 1994 and
he was the most consistently wonderful person to
work with and just be around. He was always, and I
mean always, so very positive with a ready, warm
smile and a great work ethic.
I was saddened when he retired and left Denver
Health and now so much more so.
You said it all - Thank you again to an amazing
friend, co-worker and human being…. You are
missed by many!!!!
Mary Kilfoyle, Cardiology

16. Jim was absolutely the happiest, most positive person
I’ve ever known! I looked forward to his smiles and
hugs every time he brought a patient to the unit. I
know he is even happier now
We miss you, Jim
Jan Smith, MICU
We have lost a truly special
person. My memory is that he
always had a smile and a hug. No
matter how busy, he always took a
second to say hi.
Zita Fenner, 9A CNE
RIP Jimbo. You had the most loving,
genuine heart for people, women and
trees. I’ll never forget the things you
taught me and the love you showed
for myself and my family. Rest easy
my sweet friend.
Kelci Lutz, ED RN

18. There is nothing like a smile and a bit of kindness in the
ER. The DH ED is forever indebted to you Jim. RIP.
Colleen Foster, DH Resident
Thinking of him kissing up on all the ladies
brings a smile to my face. Didn’t matter how big
small white or black… he was loving up on ya!
Here’s a big kiss right back at ya Jimbo!
Renee Militello, Former DH Employee
He was an incredible guy. There was many a day
in the ER where I would be taking a hell of a beat
down and Jim’s positive attitude and smile was
one of the only uplifting parts of my shift…
Carl Bonnett, Former DH Employee

20. Though I have not worked with you in many
years, I have thought about you all the time!
Because you are such a kind man, I think you
stamped your name into everyone’s heart who
knows you! Rachel Garza, Former DH
employee
We all learned something from him!! Such an honor to
have been a friend and co-worker. Love you Jim…
Haley Torres, Former DH Employee
So grateful I had the privilege to work with such an
inspirational man. Jim taught me to pay attention to the
little things as a new nurse in the ED, that there was so
much more to our patients than their medical
complaints. He put a smile on my face each shift I
worked with him, he was a rock for not only the ED, but
for the entire DH family! Love you Jim, and thank you
for helping me become a better nurse!
Jenessa Williams, ED RN

22. R.I.P. Jim Duran
You were such a kind person, great friend and mentor! I
learned so much from you, and you made a difference
in thousands of lives, including mine!!! You will be
sorely missed and the world is a sadder place today…
Frank Warren, DH Paramedic
. I was a nurse in the ED at Denver Health
(General) from late 1980 to 1984, then returned
as nurse manager from 1988-1991. Jim displayed
great loyalty to DG/DH. In my early years there,
I remember Jim working with an unmatched
intensity and speed, especially on those crazy
busy shifts, willing to maintain the frantic pace
without complaint. He was the “go-to” guy. Jim
was a strong link in any team.
I believe Jim felt a protectiveness of the staff.
Carolee Sherer Whitehill, Former DH
Employee

24. I was a volunteer in the ED and Jim
was my first introduction to the
department. I remember Jim over all
other people in the department
because he loved what he was doing
and loved teaching anyone about the
department he loved so much. In my
life there have been a handful of
people who have encouraged me to
continue the struggle to become an
attending at the place I volunteered
in 1990. He maintained his passion
throughout the years and worked
through pain and still brought a smile
to work. I miss him.
Pete Pryor, EM Physician

26. Jim was always smiling…always in a good
mood and always making other people
smile. He could make our patients feel
better with his kind words and loving
heart. He gave the best hugs and lifted
everyone’s spirits. He will be dearly
missed.
May you rest in Peace, Jim. We all love
you!
Kristi Garcia, SICU RN
Hemingway wrote, “When you love
you wish to do things for. You wish to
sacrifice for. You wish to serve.”
Jim did so on a daily basis for our
patients and all of us. By following
his loving and passionate lead we can
honor his memory.
Kerri Mason, EM Physician

28. Jim was incredible to work with. He was
always on the go and could run circles around
the younger staff (nurses and techs). He was
a great team player and always made sure his
colleagues were taken care of by making us
coffee or giving out hugs (when needed). I'm
honored to say I worked alongside such an
exceptional person. He will be greatly missed.
Jen Barrett, ED RN
Jim not only worked hard in his department, he
made sure that all who worked here were guided or
helped by him. He also made the patients feel
secure and treated all with respect and kindness.
God bless you jim! To good to be forgotten
Terry Bevill Radiology

30. The few times I interacted with him
in the ED, he was an absolute gem
and he will be truly missed.
Amy Friedman, Director Customer
Experience
I remember my friend Jim, when I was in
Transportation Dept. Jim was a very good ER
Tech, helped a lot of people & pt. Jim cared a lot
about anyone, that he took care. I moved to the
9th floor as a CNA,then HCT. I always see Jim
when he bring up pt. to our floor on 9A. Jim was
always a happy & caring pt, he knew us on the
floor, Jim always says that we will take good care
the pt. Jim brought up to 9A. I am going to
missed Jim a lot, he made me laugh always.
Linda Lilgerose 9A.

32. Jim was always such a warm person, he showed
compassion not only to patients but his co-workers
as well. I knew Jim from my working here from
2003-2008, and now I am back. I always knew if I
passed Jim in the hallway he would always take a
moment to acknowledge those who were around.
He was very good at his job and was always such a
pleasure to be around.
Sarah Alexander (MRI)
Jim would always tell me “Honey the
coffee ready”. He never missed a day
with a Kiss and coffee is ready.
Carol Davis, ED Admin

33. Truly sad to hear. Loved Jim,
his smile, his hugs. Hard
worker and he loved
everyone. Miss you Jim!
Christina Hale, SICU RN

34. I worked many, many years with Jim and I
have to say that he was the most
compassionate individual I have ever met,
he accepted people for who they were and
did not judge them for their circumstances
of how they met. He ALWAYS made me
smile, and he will be missed.
Amy Smith, RN MICU
Such a sad day for all of us who knew
Jim. I missed him when he retired and I'll
miss him even more now. I will always
remember his kindnesses and generosity
of heart and spirit. He kept us smiling
and was a truly compassionate man - he
made sure we had nourishment not only
of heart and soul but of stomach with his
ever lasting bags of animal crackers.
Thank you Jim and may you rest in peace.
Hilary St John, ED RN

36. So so sad…a great human being!!
Big hug right at you Jim…
Clare Fortune, ED RN
So few people have that gift to turn your entire day
around for the better with just their presence…we’ll
miss you Jim.
Mandy Kao, DH Resident
I am so sad. Happy to have known
such a wonderful man. RIP Jim, your
memory will live on for a long time to
come. You taught me how to drink
the strongest coffee ever made!
Love you.
Kresha Sulzman, DH employee

38. • What a sad sad day. He was an amazing
person.
• Truly a great soul!
• This hurts my heart… he was a wonderful
person and will truly be missed!
• He was such a kind soul.
• I have never met a man like you and I bet
I never will. RIP
• How many fond memories I have of you
and your kindness to all human kind!
Thank you!
• Loved when he was working, always made
our day a little brighter
• I will never forget what a great person he
was, So blessed to have known him.
• So sad…the passing of a true DG Icon!! He
will be missed!

40. Gone yet not forgotten, although we are apart
Your spirit lives on at DG, forever in our hearts