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Uploaded 04/21/2006

James Arness, Star of TV’s ‘Gunsmoke’

JAMES ARNESS

Star of TV’s “Gunsmoke”

as Matt Dillon, U.S. Marshal

Brentwood, Calif. | April 21, 2006

 

 

©2006 SCVTV

 

JAMES ARNESS
May 26, 1923 — June 3, 2011

FAREWELL MESSAGE
www.jamesarness.com
James Arness

Hi friends,

I decided to write a letter to you for Janet to post on our website in the event I was no longer here.

I had a wonderful life and was blessed with some many loving people and great friends. The best part of my life was my family, especially my wife Janet. Many of you met her at Dodge City so you understand what a special person she is.

I wanted to take this time to thank all of you for the many years of being a fan of “Gunsmoke,” “The Thing,” “How the West Was Won” and all the other fun projects I was lucky enough to have been allowed to be a part of. I had the privilege of working with so many great actors over the years.

I was honored to have served in the army for my country. I was at Anzio during WWII and it makes you realize how very precious life is.

Thank you again for all the many letters, cards, emails and gifts we received from you over the years. You are and always have been truly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Jim Arness

 

(c)2006 SCVTV
2 Comments for Legacy: James Arness, Star of TV’s ‘Gunsmoke’
  1. GW Smith says:

    Great interview. He’s one of my favorite actors and as a kid growing up he was a great rollmodel. Wish Gunsmoke went on forever.

  2. gerald zullo says:

    GOOD ACTOR

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