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James Barant Obituary

Barant, James J. Longtime resident of Greenfield, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, March 31, 2014. He was 75. Loving father of Randy (Michelle) Barant. Proud and adoring grandpa of Madeline, Noah and Cooper. Further survived by special friends Marge and Denny Walton, Barb and Gayle Willis, John and Marge Hense and June. He also leaves his brother-in-law Duane Sunell, and his nieces and nephews Jeff (Karen) Young, Linda (Frank) Larsen and Jim (Katy) Young He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife Carol (nee Sunell) and his sisters Sandra Barant and Violet Savma. James worked for P & H Harnishfeger for over 21 years prior to his retirement. He was an Army veteran having served 7 years with the 757 Railway Transportation Unit. He was an avid gardener and bird watcher, and also enjoyed trains and eating out with friends. His greatest love however was for his family. He will be sadly missed. Visitation in the Funeral Home on Friday, April 4, 2014, from 4 to 7 PM. A funeral service will be held at 7 PM with military honors to follow. Final rest will be in Forest Home Cemetery. Memorials are appreciated to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Apr. 2, 2014.

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Jessica Mathias

April 4, 2014

Jim was a very kind and happy man and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Charlene Freimark

April 2, 2014

Jim was such a special man, a good friend and a very caring person, a special grandpa. Many good memories sometimes centered around a buffet or other good food. I and many others will miss him.

Irma Kelly

April 2, 2014

My deep sympathy to the family. May your warm memories, and the God of all comfort give you comfort and peace.

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4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral and Cremation Greenridge Chapel - Greenfield

4747 South 60th Street, Greenfield, WI 53220

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7:00 p.m.

Max A. Sass & Sons Funeral and Cremation Greenridge Chapel - Greenfield

4747 South 60th Street, Greenfield, WI 53220

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