Comments on: James Andrew Trudnowski

By: Valerie Hamer Eickmeyer

Valerie Hamer Eickmeyer — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

God Bless your family. Jim was a wonderful man. Your in my thoughts and prayers.

By: Dale & Deanna Hause and family

Dale & Deanna Hause and family — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Jim was not a teacher of mine at Carroll but a mentor. He was always interested in my life and where it was going. His wisdom and caring has guided my life and the way I want to be seen as a get older. You will be truely missed my friend. Gods Peace

By: Darla Dexter

Darla Dexter — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

He was an awesome instructor. He made me think. Most of all, I loved his laugh. God bless.

By: Dave and Debbi Waldenberg and family

Dave and Debbi Waldenberg and family — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Dear Kathleen…We are so sorry to hear about Jim…although we do not know you both personally, but only really in passing…we sure know who you are and how very much we have appreciated all your LOVE and support to not only the Carroll football Team but especially for someone very special to us…our son Michael…THANK YOU so very much…my only regret, I never came up to the both of you and shared this with both of you before today…Cherish and embrace all the love that is surrounding you to help guide you through this time…Fondly, Debbi Waldenberg and family

By: Dave Cunningham

Dave Cunningham — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Trudnowski family with the loss of Jim. May he rest in peace.

Dave and Patty Cunningham
Wildwood, MO

By: DeeAnn (Janikula) Mooney

DeeAnn (Janikula) Mooney — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I will always remember Jim and appreciate the impact he has had on me and three generations of my family. I treasure the stories my father and uncle told about their years at Great Falls Central. I value my years at Carroll and appreciate the positive influence Jim had on me as a mentor, coach, and friend. I always enjoyed visiting with Jim and Kathleen at Carroll and at math conferences. My daughter also benefited from his expertise as she was also a basketball camp attendee. Please know that his light lives on in each of us.

By: Dennis and Laurie Wiedmann

Dennis and Laurie Wiedmann — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Dear Kathleen and family,

We are saddened by the passing of Jim and wish to extend our deepest sympathies on your loss. Jim was a caring, warm and compassionate person whom I respected and admired as an Academic Dean. We will always have fond memories of you both on the trip to Ireland with Carroll folks.

Dennis and Laurie

By: Dick Franz

Dick Franz — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I first met Jim when we both played in the City Basketball League. Jim was on the “good” team and I was on another team. I didn’t know about Carroll at the time and that he was the basketball coach. His team was, to say the least, quite competitive. I was lucky enough to make a last second shot to beat his team. As I recall, someone knocked me on my back as I made the shot. Whether or not it was Jim, I remember me complaining about the late foul. Jim looked at me and told me not to complain — we won. Yes, I sensed he was quite competitive. Many years later, I began my work at Carroll and met Jim. He was most friendly, and always had that welcoming smile. He always stopped to say hello. I sense he always demanded the best from himself, and always did his best for students, Carroll, and his family and friends. I was privileged to know Jim. He was a good man.

Kathleen, I wish you comfort at this difficult time. I hope you can take time to grieve as you remember the good times you and Jim shared. Peace be with you.

By: Don Olson

Don Olson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Dear Kathleen- We are so saddened to learn of Jim’s death. I had such a nice visit with him at the President’s Dinner- he looked good, and was so honored with the recent awards he was given, Jim spent a year rooming in my Anaconda home after he graduated from carroll, so I had a special relationship with him because of that. He is “Mr. Carroll College” in my book. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Don and Joanne Olson

By: Connie Davis

Connie Davis — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Kathleen, I did not know your husband, but my daughter (Maggie Davis class of 2008) thought highly of him. You were such an angel to Maggie during her Carroll years; I want to express my sympathy for your loss. God bless you and your family.

By: Clare Yochum

Clare Yochum — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Jim’s incredible light shined brightly in his friendly smile and warm laugh! Thank you God for the remarkable gift, Jim, was to the world and our Carroll Community! He will be missed.

By: Casey & Alison FitzSimmons

Casey & Alison FitzSimmons — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Jim was an amazing man who positively impacted the lives of many. He will truly be missed. Heartfelt condolences and prayers are being sent to Kathleen and the Trudnowski family.

By: Angela

Angela — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

My dearest sister Kathleen, I hope you feel our love surrounding you as you celebrate the beautiful life of your loving partner Jim tonight and tomorrow….I am with you in spirit and so wish I could be sitting next to you. I will be home soon to spend some time with you and until then I am sending my and all of our loving hugs and prayers and thanksgiving for the beautiful man that you brought into all of our lives!!! I love you Kathleen my dear loving beautiful sister.

By: Angie (Clinch) and Todd Johnson

Angie (Clinch) and Todd Johnson — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

We both grew up with the Trudnowki kids. I have so many happy memories of spending time with Marjorie and Mary at your house in Sunhaven in high school. Your dad was always very kind to my family. All your fondest memories with your dad will comfort you in the days ahead. God bless you all at this very sad time.

By: Beth Krings Kirsch

Beth Krings Kirsch — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Professor Trudinowski made a big impact on my education as a teacher. I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

By: Betty Flaherty McColgan

Betty Flaherty McColgan — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Please accept my heartfilled condolences at the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and uncle. Jim was an outstanding human being from the time he was a very young man. I was fortunate to have known him in high school and college. You are in my prayers.

By: Bill and Sandy Shikany

Bill and Sandy Shikany — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Dear Kathleen,Dan,John,Marjorie Mary and family,Sandy and I are deeply saddened by your loss. Trudy was a real friend. We treasure our fond memories of him and his family. May he rest in peace.Peace be with all of you.Peace on earth. Bill and Sandy Shikany

By: Bill Baumgardner

Bill Baumgardner — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

I witnessed Jim saving the life of a young girl who choked on a grape at the Buttery Store in Anaconda in 1960. I remember him from Carrol where I was a student (Class of ’60). A fantastic basketball player, teacher, and a fantastic person!!

By: Bill Haffey

Bill Haffey — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Jim was such a great role model for us at Anaconda Central. A good many of us followed his career path. He showed us the way.

By: Bill Stanaway

Bill Stanaway — Tue, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Kathleen and all:
My condolences on the death of Jim. We met at Carroll as students, as teachers in Anaconda – Jim and Lois lived next to school, then again when he was at CC & I was chaplain. He is one of few men I admired and tried to live as he did. My heart is saddened as I write, but it is also grateful to have been touched by him.
Peace and prayers,
Bill Stanaway