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James Etheridge Obituary

James Harold Etheridge James Harold Etheridge, 78, passed away on Monday, Dec. 20, 2010. He was born Nov. 14, 1932 in Paducah, KY, the son of Audis Ray and Lena (Henley) Etheridge. Jim was a 1950 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School and then served in the US Naval Reserve for 4 years. He was employed by Coca-Cola, City Food & Beverage and was the owner of Jim's Henkes Market in Springfield, MI. Jim is survived by his wife of 60 years, Peggy J. Etheridge (DeSpain), seven children: Gayla (Brian) Murphy, Sandra (Billy/Steve) Taylor, Michael Etheridge, Richard (Elizabeth) Etheridge, Duane Etheridge, Martin (Pamela) Etheridge, James Kelly (Kristina) Etheridge; 25 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and brother Bob (Barb) Etheridge; Sister-in-law: Kitty. He was preceded in death by his Parents; brothers: Ray Etheridge and Douglas Etheridge; and sister: Mary Louise Etheridge. A private family service will be held. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Diabetes Assoc. or St. Jude Children's Hospital Arrangements by Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service. 269-788-9800.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Dec. 26, 2010.

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SANDRA TAYLOR

December 20, 2019

I still miss him like it was yesterday that he left us. I feel him around me every day.

Troy Etheridge

January 1, 2011

I always loved listening to Uncle Jim. I so loved his stories.

December 30, 2010

Rick and Family,

I am so very sorry for your loss. Remember your Dad always, and he will forever remain alive in your heart. Time doesn' heal, but it does help. My thoughts and prayers are with you my friend. Love You, Dawn

Matt & Fran Wermer

December 28, 2010

Sure sorry for your loss Duane and family. Sounds like he lived a good full life and isn't that a blessing in itself. Our prayers are with you.
Your Friends,

December 28, 2010

to the Etheridge family i'm so sorry for your lost . I would have loved to been there for all of you. just want to let you know i"m thinking of all of you. love Vicki DeBow Tassos

Angella Bussler

December 28, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Hugs to you all.

John & Sandie Smith

December 28, 2010

Marty, sorry to hear about your dad. Our prayers are with you & your family.

Becci Dockum

December 26, 2010

Rick , you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You now have another guardian angel to watch over your family. My prayes are with you all.

Billy Ray & Celeste Etheridge

December 26, 2010

Uncle Jim was a wonderful uncle. He will be in our hearts forever. As the pain of the loss lessens we can begin to rejoice in all the happiness he brought to us. Our hearts go out to the family and Aunt Peg. Lots of love to each of you.

Mike VanAmeyden

December 26, 2010

May he rest in piece but live in your hearts and lives. Sorry about your loss

Chris Davison

December 26, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Mike Rench and Chris Davison

zack etheridge

December 26, 2010

i miss and love you grandpa i going to miss your great stories i love you and miss you love you always

Terry Barton

December 26, 2010

My heart breaks for all of you. Uncle Jimmy was a very kind loveing man . Who loved his family very much. May you R.I.P. I love you and will miss you.

Bill and Tammy Duff

December 26, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Even though we never got to meet him we can only imgaine the wonderful person he was from spending time with Sandy,Jen, Billy and the rest of the family. Love and hugs to you all

Jenny Taylor

December 26, 2010

The world lost a great Husband, Father, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa, and Man, when it lost you Grandpa. I am gonna miss the tons of stories, that I could never get sick of listening to. You made such an amazing family, which you passed on your strength and stubbornness to, and we are all here to take care of Grandma for you. So you just relax and enjoy the time you have with your family up there, until we join you. I love you and miss you terribly, "Always in our Hearts", R.I.P. Grandpa...

Jenny Taylor

December 26, 2010

The world lost an amazing Husband, Father, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa, and man, when it lost Grandpa. I'm going to miss you and your tons of stories that I could never get tired of hearing. I love you and miss you terribly, Grandpa..." Forever in our Hearts".

Penny McMillan-Kandlstorfer

December 26, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. I know exactly how you must feel. I hope you all try to remember the good times and the love you all shared. Take Care and God Bless

Shari Murphy

December 26, 2010

The strongest and most amazing man that I have ever known, he always had a story to share... anyone that ever meet him would never be able to forget this amazing man... he raised 7 amazing children, and he loved his family so very much.. along with his beautiful wife... I Love you Grandpa and I will miss you so very much.. Forever in our hearts...

Becci Dockum

December 26, 2010

You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Your dad was always so friendly and what a great person her was. He will be greatly missed by all.

David Fundaugh

December 26, 2010

To The Family of James Etheridge. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
David & Fay Fundaugh

Ronald Brown

December 26, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Grandpa and Grandma Always and Forever!

Christopher Alan Murphy

December 26, 2010

The best grandfather anyone could have ever wanted. Also, had many stories to tell about the past, that made you always wonder how will we ever top that?? We won't ever top his stories, they will all live on through us. Grandpa Etheridge left us all with some of his personality, spirit, stubborness, and most importantly all of the love any family could ask. He is and always will be "Forever in our Hearts!" I love you and miss you very much.

Sandy Taylor

December 26, 2010

He was the best father anyone could ask for, always honest, hard working and loved his wife, children and their families unconditionally and he will "always be in our hearts"

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