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Jim Leek worked for JOY 1250 AM from 1995-2015

Jim Leek

Jim Leek was the Morning Host and Music Director at JOY 1250 AM radio from January 1995 to January 2015. He broadcast the Jim Leek "The Breakfast Show" weekdays from 5:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.

Jim Leek graduated in 1980 from studies in Church Work at the Institute of Ministry in Bradenton, Florida. Founded by Dr. Gerald Derstine, the Bible leadership training school was designed to develop leaders to their fullest potential. The concentrated courses were used to maximize the individual student's gifts and callings, their ministry potential in their churches, mission field and in the market place.

A variety of courses with skilled instructors and guest speakers contributed to the student's curriculum. A sampling of the course schedule follows: Biblical Studies, World Religions, Work of the Holy Spirit, Supernatural Living, The Mission of the Church, Feasts of Israel, Servant Leadership, Youth Ministry, Healing, Victory over Self Centered Life, Worship and Worship Dance, Sermon Preparation, Evangelism, and Faith.

Jim Leek was scuba diving in Florida

Death

Newspaper Heading "Canadian man dies after scuba diving in Florida Keys" Published: January 30, 2015

KEY LARGO, Fla. (AP) — An autopsy is pending for a Canadian man who died after scuba diving in the Florida Keys.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says 58-year-old James Leek of Ontario, Canada, died after diving at French Reef in the waters off Key Largo.

Sheriff's office spokeswoman Becky Herrin says the dive vessel came into John Pennekamp State Park on Thursday afternoon with CPR in progress on Leek. He was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Herrin says that according to the vessel's captain, Leek had been with an instructor on a 38-foot dive that lasted about a half-hour. The captain told deputies that Leek appeared to be fine when they resurfaced, but he became unresponsive when they reached the boat's ladder.

Source: The Tampa Tribune January 30, 2015.

Jim Leek connected with radio station managers and show hosts across Canada.

Radio

"Jim Leek was hosting a Christian music program before there was a JOY 1250 (when Joy was a part of CJMR). When it comes to CCM (Contemporary Christian Music), he is one of Canada's most knowledgeable and respected program hosts. Involved as a director in the GMA Canada (www.gmacanada.ca), he is also a musician and a busy MC." Source: JOY 1250 Radio.

Jim Leek was Music Director of JOY 1250 AM Radio

Tribute from Michael Caine President of JOY 1250 AM

"This is a sad week for the JOY 1250 family of staff and listeners. Morning man and Music Director Jim Leek passed away suddenly Thursday while on vacation in Florida. Jim had been with our broadcast family for over 18 years.

He was a caring, warm, funny, and gracious man who was a blessing to his family, dear friends and thousands of listeners. Jim will certainly be missed although we know he is in a much better place. And we take comfort in the Word that “we do not grieve as others who have no hope (1 Thess.4:13)”

Thank you Jim, for a wonderful life lived for our Lord and Saviour. And for touching all of our lives.

A heartfelt 'thank you' to all of our listeners, ministry partners, clients, former co-workers and friends who have kept Jim's family and our staff in their thoughts and prayers as we all grieve his passing."

- Michael Caine, President of JOY 1250 AM, Oakville, Ontario Canada

Jim Leek was a Board member of GMA Canada

Tribute from GMA Canada

GMA Canada the Gospel Music Association of Canada joins many in the Canadian Christian community in mourning the passing of James (Jim) Leek. According to the Tampa Tribune, Jim passed away after after diving at French Reef in the waters off Key Largo, Florida.

Jim was, perhaps, best known as the morning host at Joy1250 in Oakville. Jim was an avid singer and former board member of GMA Canada. He had a deep passion for Canadian Christian artists and was a frequent host at churches, events and fund raisers.

GMA Canada President Martin Smith noted, "Jim was a remarkable man. He was warm, generous and supportive. He was a friend to so many in our community and was always quick with a smile and gentle, sweet encouragement."

In August 2008, Jim lost his brother District Fire Chief Bob Leek to a large fire in a propane facility in North York, Ontario.

Tributes Left on Facebook

A number of friends and radio listeners left tributes to Jim Leek on Facebook including:

• Jim Leek's Facebook page

Here are some sample comments:

• Robert Borg
  "I listened to Jim every morning on the way to work and was encouraged by his light, peace, joy, wisdom and corny jokes. I am saddened that I can't listen to Jim on my drive in anymore, but am elated that you're in Glory with the Lord. You will be dearly missed while we're on earth Jim. We will see you in Glory one day-you're loved"

• Kelita Haverland
  "What a great loss. Jim was one of a kind and his presence will be missed by so many. His passion for music, artists, the Word and Jesus were always so evident. He was a friend and someone that truly wanted to support and help in any way he could. I know you are singing up a storm now Jim. RIP my friend."