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BORN
1926
DIED
2012
James Knierim Obituary
Son Karl Knierim said his father had a chronic form of leukemia many years ago and was diagnosed in 2010 with carcinoma.
One of the best athletes in Woodward history, Mr. Knierim returned to the school after college to coach boys basketball for 18 years. He also taught orientation and civics there for 33 years.
During his coaching days at Woodward, Mr. Knierim's basketball teams were perennial contenders for City League honors. His 1952-53 squad tied with Waite and Central Catholic for the city championships and went to the finals of the regional tournament before losing to Bowling Green High School.
Mr. Knierim said his father stayed in contact through the years with a few students he coached and taught. "They would meet for breakfast downtown," he said. "Dad was kind of a simple guy. He treated people right. He was highly respected."
A Toledo native, he grew up a few blocks from Woodward, which recently was replaced with a new building. His son said his father had fond memories of his boyhood. "He talked about how much he had growing up there," he said. "He had countless stories about it. He really enjoyed that area and the kids he grew up with."
Mr. Knierim said they drove past the old school, which is being demolished, the day before he died. "The whole thing is just ironic in that the [razing] of the high school coincides with his death," Mr. Knierim said.
He married Virginia Barva on March 2, 1957.
Mr. Knierim began his teaching career at Libbey High School in south Toledo, and transferred the next year to Woodward, his son said.
He began as a freshman coach at Woodward and was named head coach in 1950. He left six years later to accept a position as freshman basketball coach at BGSU. After a two-year stint there, he returned to Woodward, coaching until 1972. He retired from teaching in 1984.
He played football, basketball, and baseball at Woodward and BGSU, and was on Woodward's 1943-44 basketball team that finished state runner-up. He was known as "Gentleman Jim."
An Ohio University player once said of Mr. Knierim after a game: "He flattened me during a play, picked me up, brushed me off, asked if I was all right, and on the next play hit me twice as hard."
Mr. Knierim was inducted into the Bowling Green State University Athletic Hall of Fame in 1970 and into the Calvin M. Woodward High School Hall of Fame in 1986. In September, 1991, Mr. Knierim was among 13 inductees into the City League Athletic Hall of Fame.
Ted Csizek, a retired Toledo Public Schools teacher who taught at Woodward, said Mr. Knierim handled students in the classroom in a way that earned him their respect.
"Jim was a very good teacher. He never really lost his head. He knew how to put a kid in his place and always gave him an out."
Surviving are his wife, Virginia; son, Karl Knierim; daughters, Karen Shambaugh and Amy Dilzell, and seven grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday in St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 798 S. Coy Rd., Oregon. The family will greet friends and relatives one hour before services in the church.
Arrangements are being handled by Eggleston Meinert & Pavley Funeral Home.
The family requests tributes to St. Paul's Episcopal Church or Hospice of Northwest Ohio.
Memories and Condolences
for James Knierim
90 Entries
John Lazette
October 13, 2020
Mr.Knierim, was one of my favorite teachers and an overall nice guy. My sincere condolences to the family. Sorry I just saw this I have been in Tennessee since 2011. Kind regards, John Lazette 79'
Deborah Decko Kent
January 31, 2012
A great teacher! I too was one of his students and a proud Polar Bear! My prayers of peace & God's comfort to the whole Knierim family
January 30, 2012
So sorry to hear of the news of your fathers death. I will never forget what a great teacher he was to those lucky enough to have had him at Woodward.
I recently ran across a picture of Mr.Knierim in a 1955 Saga, what a nice looking fellow he was! My sincere condolences to all of his family. Weslie (Innes) Hintz, Woodward class of 1971
Ed Sloan
January 21, 2012
Jim will be missed but not forgotten....by his old teammates at Woodward, Bowling Green,sandlotbbaseball, and I know not where all. He would hit his opponent with everything he had....but never a bit of animosity(that I am aware of). For Jim, it was how you played the game. I was a teammate of Jim's on the 1942 Polar Bear football team that beat Waite 6-0, our first city league win in 8years. We were also teammates on the Woodward basketball team of 1942-42 that won the Northwest District championship. (the next year Jim and 3 of our teammates went on to play for the state championship. I left Toledo in 1963, have returned for visits innumerable times,and most every visit included a visit withJim, and many times with his wife, Jean....and most times at at Packos. Jim and I corresponded on a regular basis, he keeping me apprised of the Polar Bear football team, and the Mud Hens. We occasionally visited by phone. Last fall he shared that he had lung cancer, but"not to worry.". I valued Jim's friendship. In every letter he closed with his and Jean's well wishes, and " give a hug and kiss to Ruthie .(my wife of 62 years and my Woodward sweetheart). ALWAYS GENTLeMAN JIM
BILL KEPP
January 16, 2012
KARL, AMY & KAREN, I HAVE MANY FOND MEMORIES OF MY TIMES SPENT WITH YOUR DAD WHEN HE WAS GLL COMMISSIONER. HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN, WHO I RESPECTED VERY MUCH. YOU HAVE MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES. I REGRET THAT I'M OUT OF TOWN & CAN'T PAY MY PROPER RESPECTS. TAKE CARE OF YOUR SWEET MOTHER.
Hattie Wraggs Montague
January 14, 2012
To the Knierim family...Mr. Knierim was a truly wonderful person, who knew how to make you feel comfortable, no matter the situation. He was a teaser, with a sense of humor that made you laugh even if you were crying. He will be missed. My prayers are with you all.
PAT SCHANKE
January 13, 2012
DEAR KNIERIM FAMILY,
MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES, TOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. I ALWAYS ADMIRED JIM'
A BGSU FALCON ALUMNI, PAT BURKETT SCHANKE NAPLES , FL
DAWN COTTOM
January 12, 2012
My prayers are with the family members, as there go thru this rough time, May you find comfort in God's love.
Keith Lefevre
January 12, 2012
Mr. K. was a Woodward icon who was deeply admired by my parents and grandparents, as well. Deepest condolences to his family.
Class of 1979
January 12, 2012
Karl & Family... So very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. Lloyd & Linda Roberts
JEAN NESHKOFF
January 12, 2012
DEAR KNIERIM FAMILY, IT WAS A PRIVILEDGE BEING RELATED TO JIM. I SINCERELY REGRET NOT KEEPING TOUCH WITH HIM DURING THE GROWING UP YEARS, MAYBE ONLY THROUGH FUNERALS AND WEDDINGS. HIS AUNT WAS MY GRANDMOTHER, IDA KNIERIM SCHMID. SO MANY, MANY GUEST BOOK ENTRIES I HAVE NEVER READ. HIS HEART WILL GO ON AS THE SONG SAYS. THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPRESS MY MEMORIES.
Vern Reichmanis
January 12, 2012
Yes, Jim was always a gentleman.. it was an honor to coach with him at Woodward and to be a friend of his. His smile and joy at being a teacher and coach at the home of the Polar Bears gave me incentive to be similar to him in my coaching and teaching career.. .. no one could be like Mr. Knierim... Vern Reichmanis.. coach and teacher at WHS.. 1973 -1995
Barb Lane
January 11, 2012
Mr. Knierim was a positive influence for so many. He was fortune to find his calling in life and live with such passion for the things he believed in. He will not be forgotten. God Bless
Barb (Hart) Lane Class of 1970
Fred Clement
January 11, 2012
To the Knierim Family, Gentleman Jim had a demeanor about him that got the very best from his players. I was priviledged to witness many of his halftime talks to his players, many times on the verge of tears he would deliver what would be the game difference as I would then be able to watch the magic of his talks deliver outstanding efforts in the second half and then could not waite to read the script of the next days newspaper. I was the son of the trainer who he had much respect for as a coach/teacher and the gentleman that he was. His example allowed me to take on teaching and coaching for 35 yrs. God Bless Gentleman Jim and Old Woodward High. fred clement (1966) Las Vegas Nv
Ann Burdick (maiden name-Pakulski)
January 11, 2012
Knierim Family-
I had Mr. Knierim for Civics & remember him as a good teacher. He had a quiet demeanor, but encouraged me to learn. It is great that he touched so many lives so positively . . . I believe that is what life is all about!
January 11, 2012
To the Knierim Family:
As a frosh at Woodward High way back in 1972, I had the pleasure of having Mr. Knierim for my Civics Class.
He taught us a lot about Polar Bear Pride, respecting others, and what to expect out of life; lessons that I carry with me to this day.
He was a easy going, soft spoken man who commanded the respect of others.
May he rest in peace.
Michael S. Zawisza
WHS Class of 1976
January 11, 2012
Deepest sympathy to the family. I can remember spending days when I was very young "hanging" out with my father (Chuck Matthews) in the Woodward Teachers lounge with Mr. Knierim and Sonny Smith etc. The laughter and stories flowed with regularity! What a great group of Coaches, Teacher's and Gentlemen!
Condolences to the family.
Bill Matthews
January 11, 2012
Mr Knierim was a great guy. I remember how he walked to Woodward every morning along side his students. He was my orientation teacher in 1954 and he was much admired. John Weaver, Class of '58
Tim Best
January 11, 2012
Karl, my deepest sympathy to you and your family!
jerry and colleen davis
January 11, 2012
Mr. Knierim was one teacher and coach my Husband and I will never forget. He was my teacher and my husband's coach. My husband respected him so much. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. Condolences to the family. Jerry and Colleen Davis
tony haynes
January 10, 2012
To the family, you could always relay on on Mr. Knierm to bring calm to any confilt,in his gentle yet forceful manner. Best coach w.h.s. ever had and a good friend to my dad (howard haynes) and myself.
May he and you rejoice with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ going home.
Rich and Cindy Molnar
January 10, 2012
Wow! Reading all the lovely comments really is a tribute to Jim! We are blessed to have been part of this remarkable family. Wish we could be there for you now but we are living in AZ. You are all in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.
Blessings and love,
Bill Hall
January 10, 2012
My condolences go out to your family on a great loss. Mr.Knierim was a Great Polar Bear, teacher,coach,mentor and friend. Our Lord Jesus Christ has gained an angel. R.I.P Mr. Knierim
Linda Grimes Freshour
January 10, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Knierim and your family. I never had Mr. Knierim as a teacher, but of course knew him. Such a nice man, all the students, respected him and liked him.
WHS graduate. Class of 68.
Linda Grimes Freshour
David Kachmarik
January 10, 2012
Karl,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. God Bless.
Paul R Ogle
January 10, 2012
It must be a great comfort to the family of Mr Knierim to know He was so highly thought of and respected. Anyone who chooses to enter the teaching profession will have big shoes to fill to follow in Gentleman Jim's Footsteps. God Bless You all
January 10, 2012
Sorry to hear about the passing of coach.He was my freshman coach and the then later I was the captain of the 52-53 team. He was always a great guy to play for and a real gentleman. I will miss him.
Dick Miller
Lynette Wettle (Pugh)
January 10, 2012
What an honor it was to have had Mr. Knierim as a teacher at Woodward. I remember him being a stern teach but he also could take a joke from the students. Class of 68.
Jacqueline Kirkendall
January 10, 2012
Dear Knierim family, I am sorry for your loss. Jim was such a nice man and a pleasure to know. Karen, Karl and Amy - you are great kids - a tribute to your parents. May God give you comfort knowing how much your dad was loved.
January 10, 2012
I always remember him as a both a great man & teacher. Someone you could laugh with, but you always knew your limits. May in Rest in Peace.
Kathy Mikulak Sbrocchi '71
Susan Jo (Scully) Baughman
January 10, 2012
Mr.K. wil be missed..always had a smile and a kind word for everyone!
Mark Knierim
January 10, 2012
My deepest sympathy on your loss. While I never met him, I have been asked by thousands of people since my days at BGSU if I was related to Jim Knierim. My father told me were were distant cousins. It's says a lot about a man when so many people ask about him - and all who asked had high regards for your father. My prayers are with your family.
Bob&Patty Molnar
January 10, 2012
Karl, deepest sympathy to you and your family.Great man,family and memories;you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Heidi (Spring) Lind
January 10, 2012
Karen, Carl and Amy - so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I have many fond memories of spending time at your house in our old neighborhood and him driving us to school. Lloyd and I send our prayers to you and your mom.
Debra Coberley
January 10, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go to the Knierim family, I had the honor of being one of his students in civics. and also had the pleasure of seeing him again at basketball games were his grandson and my son played together.
Jack Foltz
January 10, 2012
Karl,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. It was an honor to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jan Leininger-Nyitray
January 10, 2012
A get together with former classmates always results in us laughing about the fun we had with Mr. Knierim. He was stern, but so much fun. A very special guy.
Jan (Leininger) Nyitray - WHS Class '69
Anne Gilliam (Snyder)
January 10, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go to his family, he was my civics teacher and a good one at that at Woodward. Anne Gilliam.
January 10, 2012
My condolences to the Knierim family. Mr Knierim was a teacher of mine very well liked and appreciated. Lisa (Munk) Urman class of 78 Woodward.
Conrad Pfisterer
January 10, 2012
My sincere condolences go out to the Knierim Family. He was in his own right a great athelete & a great teacher who inspired his students to proceed in life, We have "GENTLEMAN JIM" & "ALL" the teachers @ Woodward to thank !!
I'm sure there are stories to be told & pictures to be shown to keep his memory alive-May God Bless Him
Conrad Pfisterer (class of '70)
Tuffy Reason
January 10, 2012
I always liked Jim, got to know him better when he would do a little pipe smoking and anecdote trading in the "men's lounge" while substitute teaching at Clay High School when I was a teacher at the school. Karen was in my English class, delightful young lady and knowing Jim, I was not surprised. Karl was not in my class yet I got to know him, would liked to have known him better since I love baseball and we could have talked for hours. Jim was proud of his family. Everyone liked "gentleman Jim", class guy. Liked the way he would listen to people talking in a group, not say a lot yet when he added his opinions or comments they were always trenchant and "on the money". Fellow north Toledo friends and coaches spoke well of Jim. God bless, Jim, and our condolences to the entire Knierim family.
JJ Reyes
January 10, 2012
Jim was a great teacher. I had him in Civics my freshman year back in 1976. He called me "Woody" after Woody Hayes because I was an Ohio State fan. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Knierim family.
January 9, 2012
Karl, my mother and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your dad. As a former student of his , he was admired by everyone he came into contact with. I can picture Jim, and my father already talking baseball and basketball in heaven.
Mike Ganues (class of 66)
Ruth Ganues
Maryville Tn.
January 9, 2012
Mr Knierim was my Freshmen Civics teacher in 1974-75. Great teacher! Better man. God Bless you Mr. K. (John Wozniak Whitehouse OH Class of 78 )
Vickie Clark-Naylor
January 9, 2012
So very sorry for the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I had Mr. Knierim for a teacher at Woodward. He was well liked at school. He is one of the teachers I remember. Class of 1979.
January 9, 2012
My condolences to the Family. Former Woodward High Classmate. Dennis Tracey
Pam Klatt
January 9, 2012
Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family - I have so many memories of Mr. K from Woodward and was glad to have reunited with him through Clay Baseball in the recent years. He was a great guy : )
Bob Motter
January 9, 2012
My condolences to Karl and family. You have my thoughts and prayers.
Larry Carlisle
January 9, 2012
My thoughts and Prayers go out to the Knierim family. I was fortunate enough to have Mr. Knierim as a teacher at Woodward. He was a great instructor and made class fun to attend. God Bless
Linda Zielazny Brant
January 9, 2012
Mr. Knierim was a great teacher, my sincere condolences to the family. Class of '78
LuAnn Cole
January 9, 2012
Mr. Knierim was my Civics teacher back in 1976. I have never forgotten him and the fun I had in his class and I never will. Thank you for being such a good teacher, Mr. Knierim. My condolences to his family.
Jeff Simon
January 9, 2012
Very few teachers have "the gift". Mr. Knierim had "the gift"! Civics Class 1976
norman wolfe
January 9, 2012
karl & Family-
i knew jim all my life. we were in the first grade together and later at woodward. he was always the best athlete and the best guy. this one hurts.
-norman wolfe
Sandie Zaruca (Spillis)
January 9, 2012
Mr K was one of my favorite teachers. That smile on his face and his teasing--he always managed to brighten your day. So glad that he was part of my high school experience. God Bless you! You will be missed. My sympathy to your family. Class of 1967.
January 9, 2012
Karl and Family,
Very sorry about your Dad. Mr. Knierim was a great competitor and coach and an even better person. I always enjoyed seeing him at games, he really enjoyed watching his family play ball. My condolences.
~ Dave Harris, Toledo
January 9, 2012
I know you will miss " GENTLEMAN JIM". I didn't have him for any of my classes, but that dosen't mean I didn't know him ! He was a great man !! He's with GOD now. BLESSINGS to the family. Louise (REITZ)Palmerton. Class of 1967.(Port Clinton,Oh.)
Sue Dugan-Hugueley
January 9, 2012
Dear Karen and Family,
I am very sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. I remember him fondly - always so kind. Thinking of you.
Roger Smith
January 9, 2012
I wish I could be there in person to tell his family what an honor it was to have taught with Jim at Woodward.
Sue Oberly
January 9, 2012
Our sincere sympathy to the Knierim family on the loss of their husband and father. Mr. K was the Class of 65 class advisor. We will miss his sense of humor and gentle understanding. We will remember how he taught us by example to love WHS as much as he did.
Lift our colors to the heavens Mr. K
Sincerely,
Bob and Sue(Carpenter)Oberly
Classes of 63 and 65
Rebecca Nowak-Erd
January 9, 2012
To My Dear Friend and Teacher "Gentlemen Jim" dearest James Knierim... I will never forget you ..EVER, you made my years at WHS the very best 64-68, I never laughed so hard as when you sent me to the nurse with that crazy message...I will always miss you dear Mr. James Knierim, and to the family you have my deepest condolences.
Leslie Fritz
January 9, 2012
To the family members of my dear teacher Mr. Knierim. He was a terrific teacher and always had time for you" I'm sure he will be missed immensely. May his memory be eternal. Class of 1971 Leslie (Innes) Fritz
Mike Gramza
January 9, 2012
Knierim family, my deepest sympathy and condolences. Jim was always a gentleman to be respected.
Jennifer Wilson
January 9, 2012
My prayers goes out the the family.I am a 1977 graduate of Woodward.May God continue to bless and keep you and yours.
Cheryl Belanski-Baker
January 9, 2012
Sorry for your loss, I was fortunate to have Mr. Knierim in my freshman year. He was a very good teacher. It was a pleasure that we had crossed paths in this life. My prayers are with your family at this time.
January 9, 2012
Mr. Knierim was the one teacher who made a true impression on me in high school. he taught me what hard work and dedication can get you. rip
Shelly Murnen Rice
January 9, 2012
So sorry to hear of Mr. Knierim's passing. He was my boss one summer when I worked for the City of Toledo Recreation department at Ravine Pool. Wonderful man and a true gentleman.
Mike & Karen Ratz- 71', 73'
January 9, 2012
Mr. Knierim was a great friend & coach. Even if you never had him as teacher or coach, he was a very friendly guy. He will be sadly missed. May God bless his family & friends.
Cindy Findlay-Rutherford
January 9, 2012
I was lucky to have Mr. Knierim as a teacher...he was such a gentleman and always had time for his students...So very sorry for your loss...(class of 66)
January 9, 2012
Mr. Knierim was one of the best teachers I ever had. I remember watching OSU basketball films in black&white with Jerry Lucas and John(Hondo)Havlichke. I have told my kids stories about Mr. K, thats how much he impacted my life. He was such a nice guy and will be missed.
Jim Wulf Class of 78
Joanne Cohagen
January 9, 2012
To the dear family of my second cousin, Jim. We haven't been in touch for several years, but have fond memories of all the family. Jim was the best man at our wedding (Joanne & Charlie (now deceased) Cohagen in 1944. He was a handsome dude then - still is. What a heritage! I want to extend my love and sympathy to all of you as you say 'goodbye' to your loved one. He was our mom's (Lucille (Schmid)Kern Sherman) cousin.
Sincerely,
Joanne Cohagen
Kathy Walton
January 9, 2012
To the family of Mr.Knierim...He was my teacher at Woodward,in the late 60's He also had my daughter..He flinked me because i could'nt reciter my Almer Mater without laughing...But he was gret Man. I als walked with him at the Woodville Mall...God Bless you and his surving family..Kathy Daugherty Walton
January 9, 2012
What a Great Guy, Teacher, and Coach. My years playing for Coach Knierim 61-63 at WHS were some of the best memories of my life. It was his positive influence that led me to enter teaching and coaching.
My heart goes out to the family as you say goodbye to your husband, dad, and grandpa. Praying for all.
Jim Leininger (63)
Sun City, AZ.
Hedwig Duleba Emery
January 9, 2012
I was not involved in sports myself, but remember Mr. Knierim and how his good coaching added to the good feelings about being a student at Woodward - class of '73.
January 9, 2012
I have very fond memories of Mr. Knierim - who seemed to delight in teasing this very shy, introverted student at the time. I know he will be missed.
Marcia (McCourt) Stover (moved before my senior year but would have been part of the Class of '65)
Pat Thomas James
January 9, 2012
How sad. Mr.K was such a great teacher and a very kind soul. I was honored to have him as a teacher. Prayers to the family. Pat Thomas James, class of 67.
ivy pitzen peterson (class of 69)
January 9, 2012
mr k was a special teacher when you had him and a good advisor for years after. my sympathies and love to you his family
Linda Edelman
January 9, 2012
Great guy. Enthusiastic Woodward supporter. Sending thoughts and prayers to the Knierim family.
Ray Walendzak
January 9, 2012
Karl and the Knierium family: While reading the Blade on-line I came across
Jim's death notice. He was a very successful man and a great coach and outstanding citizen. He touched many
people while teaching and coaching at
Woodward and will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Sandra Swanger
January 9, 2012
He was one of the best things to happen to Woodward High School. God speed, Mr. Knierim...Civics class 1974
Charlene Slagle/White
January 9, 2012
My memories of Woodward High School always include Mr. Knierim. He made some difficult days much easier & was a great friend as well as a wonderful teacher.
Sylvia (Marok) Pokrywka (WHS '64)
January 9, 2012
Mr. Knierim was a wonderful teacher. Thoughts and prayers to his family.
Constance
January 9, 2012
Knierim Family and Friends, My deepest condolences to you all, May the God of comfort and peace be with you.
Richard Isbell
January 9, 2012
Our sincere sympathy on the death of Jim. We've been neighbors for a very long time and regret that we are out of town and unable to pay our respects personally. Rich and Connie Isbell
Paulette ( Varwig ) Fisher
January 9, 2012
Very well respected teacher,coach & person.
Friend of my father's (Paul Varwig)
Thoughts & prayers to the family.
GO BEARS
" CLASS OF 1971 "
Doug Przymierski
January 9, 2012
Right up there with Homer Hanham as one of the best basketball coaches Woodward High School has ever known. God bless you, Coach.
January 9, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Knierim Family.
I certainly knew about the athletic and coaching accomplishments before I worked with Mr. Knierim at Woodward High School in 1975-76 as a Permanant Building Substitute.
He certainly lived and was a dedicated sincere man about himself as "Gentleman Jim."
Please know that Jim is in great comfort now.
Sincerely,
Jim Muhn
Toledo Public Schools...Retired in 2002
Dave Starkey
January 9, 2012
Karl,
Big Jim was truly a gentleman. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with your entire family.
Dave and Lisa Starkey
Alex Fekete
January 9, 2012
The Best,,,,Mr. Knierim was the best....Heck of a teacher and coach..... Thoughts and Prayers to family,,,,, Alex Fekete, Woodward Grad - 1976
Sherry Herrick
January 9, 2012
Mr Knierim was always looked up to by the students while I attended WHS.-'70 My sincere condolences to the family.
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