James Kobie was born on November 5, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan, and passed away on September 22, 2026, in Gilbert, Arizona. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Dawn Kobie; his son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Rana Kobie; his grandchildren, Laurin, Cassandra, Stephen, Tyler, and Ben; and his great-grandchildren, Espen, Caleb, Joshua, and Abrielle. An avid golfer with a jovial spirit, James had a special way of bringing warmth and laughter wherever he went. His familiar words, “I appreciate ya,” reflected the gratitude and kindness with which he lived, while his humor could carry everyone through even the most awkward moments. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him.
Services will be held on Monday, October 5, at 7900 E. Main Street, Mesa, Arizona 85207. A viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. The graveside service will take place at 12:00 p.m.
To Dawn, my dearest friend, Jeff, Cheri, Linda and all of the Kobie family-
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. You are all part of our extended family and we grieve with you. “Jimbo” was truly a special person and we loved him. Over the last 40 + years we shared so many wonderful times together, including our wonderful trips abroad, our trips to Puerto Vallarta and several cruises including the 50th anniversary cruise to Bermuda and so many holidays spent together.
Jim has gone to the Lord now and will no longer be with us here on earth and we will miss him. But we have so many memories and he will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Jimbo.
Love you. Until we meet again. 🌺❤️🌺
Judy, Edwardo and all of the Cawthons
PM
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Jim, aka X-Man. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Kobie family. We will remember Jim always. 🙏❤️🏈
Mary and Jerry Brimberry
Our football pool of so many years, is not the same without “XMAN”! 😟
To Dawn & all of the Kobie family,
My deepest condolences to you all.
I will always remember Jimbo & Dawn & all of the fun we have had in our travels with you & The Cawthon’s. I especially remember the Hawaii Cruise, Puerto Vallarta, Myrtle Beach & many others. Im sure Jim & Joe are
together with the Lord & we will all be reunited one day!
You, Jim & all of your family are on my thoughts & prayers.
Celebrating 75 years of serving our community
To Dawn, my dearest friend, Jeff, Cheri, Linda and all of the Kobie family-
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. You are all part of our extended family and we grieve with you. “Jimbo” was truly a special person and we loved him. Over the last 40 + years we shared so many wonderful times together, including our wonderful trips abroad, our trips to Puerto Vallarta and several cruises including the 50th anniversary cruise to Bermuda and so many holidays spent together.
Jim has gone to the Lord now and will no longer be with us here on earth and we will miss him. But we have so many memories and he will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Jimbo.
Love you. Until we meet again. 🌺❤️🌺
Judy, Edwardo and all of the Cawthons
PM
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Jim, aka X-Man. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Kobie family. We will remember Jim always. 🙏❤️🏈
Mary and Jerry Brimberry
Our football pool of so many years, is not the same without “XMAN”! 😟
To Dawn & all of the Kobie family,
My deepest condolences to you all.
I will always remember Jimbo & Dawn & all of the fun we have had in our travels with you & The Cawthon’s. I especially remember the Hawaii Cruise, Puerto Vallarta, Myrtle Beach & many others. Im sure Jim & Joe are
together with the Lord & we will all be reunited one day!
You, Jim & all of your family are on my thoughts & prayers.