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James White Obituary
James Edward White, Sr., age 80 of Bowler, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, September 9, 2012 after a courageous battle with many medical issues. Born on April 23, 1932, he was the son of the late Joseph and Elsie (Morrow) White. Jim married Geraldine Pinchard and together the couple raised six children. Jim had a passion for auto racing, horses, photography and deer hunting. He loved spending time with his family and his dog and companion, Gizmo. He was a fountain of strength and knowledge, and has passed on many life lessons to his family, all of which they will keep in their hearts for always.
Jim leaves behind: his life-long friend and the mother of his children, Geraldine White; along with his children, Robin (Peter) Forstner, Joe (Loreen) White, Laurie (Mike Jost) White, Jim, (Dawn) White Jr., Tracy Kiiskila, Kristin (Kyle Baker) White; 18 grandchildren, Tami (Adam) Demaskie, Amanda Forstner, Jenene (Nick) Wudtke, Clint (Jessica Besaw) Forstner, Katelyn Forstner, Chanel White, Heather White, Lacy (Jeremy) Christians, Stacey Scray, Cody Scray, Ryan Scray, Adam White, Kaleanne Dyce, Tyler Kiiskila, Hunter Kiiskila, Arianna Guerin, Julian White, Alexander Baker; and eight great-grandchildren, Kaleb, Trinity, Maiden, Lifeson, Blake, Isaiah, Jacob and Brady. James is further survived by: his sisters, Carol (Roger) Nuthals, Faye Petasek; a brother, Eugene White; and many other relatives and friends.
Jim was preceded in death by: his parents; his brother, Robert White, Sr.; a sister in infancy, Darlene; and brother-in-law, Leonard Petasek.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 14, 2012 at Peace Lutheran Church in Tilleda with the Rev. Dennis Creswell officiating. Visitation will be held at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. and at the church on Friday from 10a.m. until the time of the service.
www.swedbergfuneralhome.com
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Homme Home of Wittenberg, Aspirus Wausau Hospital and Unity Hospice for all they have done for James' family.
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Travis & Gina Van Straten
September 15, 2012
To the White Family-
You all have our deepest sympathy on the loss of Grandpa White. He was a great man. We always loved talking to him. Be proud of the wonderful family he raised. He will be greatly missed.
September 12, 2012
Jim was one of my Dad's favorite nephews. I'll always remember my 1st year deer hunting with Jim and the rest of my cousins & uncle Joe. Thanks for the memories cousin. Wally Morrow
Laurie
September 11, 2012
It hurt me deeply these past months to watch you fight for all of us. Your the greatest man I ever had in my life, You taught me to Love & never hate others, to always forgive those who hurt me. You said forgiving others meant that I wouldn't live with burdens. You taught me well & taught my kids well. You could never be replaced. You know when its my time that you will be waiting to hold my hand. See you in the future, my handsome, strong, living dad. Love Laurie
danelle steeno
September 11, 2012
will miss you great uncle jim may you and my grandpa stay out of trouble
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