PHOTO GALLERY: The Jim Marsh Memorial Garden Dedication

Austin Warner, Jackson Warner, Lindsey Warner, Jan Marsh, David Marsh, Kristin Marsh, Kailey Marsh, Claire Marsh and Kara Marsh stand with the new Jim Marsh memorial statue.

Sue Reese welcomes the crowd at the Fellowship Garden at Longboat Island Chapel.

The Rev. Vincent Carroll leads attendees in the dedication.

Eric Alderfer provided the music during the dedication and spoke of his time working with the late Reverend. “Jim Marsh was all love,” said Alderfer.

The Rev. Charlie Shook spoke of Marsh’s compassion and friendship. “For as long as I live, this will be my home. And for that, I will be grateful to Jim Marsh.”

The Rev. Vincent Carroll and Claire Marsh unveil the new sign in the garden.

David Marsh plays Jimmy Buffet’s “The Captain and The Kid” in honor of his father.

Betty McQueen and Trudé Smith

Dana Foerster

Chet Halpern, Arlene Casey and Betty Halpern

Barbara Koetsier and Sue Reese