My dear friend Jim Pyper passed away on December 16, 2008. He battled cancer for 20 years but through it all was blessed to continue to serve. With Diane by his side, they served missions in Greece, England, Scotland, Illinois, at the Washington D.C. Temple … and a Church Service Mission. I visited with Jim and Diane often when they lived in our neighborhood. When they decided to serve another mission, I selfishly wished they would stay home. I learned so much from the time I spent with them. I am a better person for knowing Jim and Diane.
Jim and Diane celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on August 30, 2007
Susan and I had the pleasure of serving refreshments at a party in their honor!
I made this afghan for Jim and Diane in 2005and it represents a Scottish tartan.
Diane with her daughter, Tara The funeral for Jim was a fitting tribute.
The bagpiper was in honor of Jim's Scottish heritage.
Susan and I had a tender visit with Diane the day after Jim passed away.
I went to Nauvoo, Illinois with friends. It was during the time Pyper's were serving a mission there. This picture was taken at the visitor's center - September 1997.
Jim and Diane gave us a tour of many of the historic building in Nauvoo. The trip was more memorable because of the special attention they gave us. It will always be a cherished memory.
Jim and Diane were in a play that depicted the life of the early pioneers. They gave a terrific performance. We laughed and laughed. 
Jim loved electric trains. The last time I visited he was so weak but still got up and ran the trains for me ... one last time. 
One of their many missionary plagues!! 