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WINTHROP – James "Jim" Schweitzer, 74, passed away suddenly, as a result of a grain elevator accident on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at Winthrop, Iowa.
James Edward Schweitzer was born February 23, 1943, in Independence, Iowa, the son of Dale and Lucy Meyer Schweitzer. He grew up in rural Buchanan County, attending school at Lamont. After graduating from High School in 1961, he took over the family farm, following the death of his father. He farmed until 1996, but continued working for the Winthrop Elevator until his death.
James was united in marriage to Marilyn Hanley at South English, Iowa. To this union was born one daughter Angela.
Jim touched many lives. He enjoyed helping neighbors and volunteering in the community. He was a proud volunteer at the Aurora 4th of July celebration, working from morning until night. He was a faithful blood donor for the American Red Cross. He had donated an outstanding 50 gallons throughout the years. He enjoyed a simple life, spending time at home baking cookies and bread. When he wasn't doing that, he could be found tending to his garden and canning the fruits of his labor. As a final act of giving, Jim donated his body to the Iowa Donor Network.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife, Marilyn of Winthrop; his daughter, Angela (Mike Myers) Schweitzer of Independence; his sister, Linda (Mel) Hall of Guttenburg; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 25, at the Church of Christ United in Winthrop with Pastor Dean Schlitter officiating. Music provided by Anita Bowden and the "Accidentals" vocal group. Honorary urn bearers will be: Marty Gilson, Larry Gilson, Ronnie Schweitzer, and Dave Schweitzer. Friends may call from 4 until 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 24, at Fawcett Funeral Home in Winthrop and after 10 a.m. Thursday at the Church. Interment will be in Fremont Township Cemetery north of Winthrop.
The Fawcett Funeral Home and cremation services of Winthrop is assisting the family with arrangements. Online at www.fawcettsfuneralhome.com under obituaries.
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