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James Nagel Obituary
James Allen Nagel, 68, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, September 29, 2015 in Green Bay. He was born in Green Bay on March 31, 1947 the son of Lloyd and Mary (Ohrmundt) Nagel. He attended local schools and was a 1965 graduate of Green Bay East High School. Jim served honorably in the US Army and would go on to work as a railroad engineer for the Chicago North Western Railroad. Jim loved animals, especially his beloved dog, Zeus. He enjoyed cooking and baking and was an avid Packer fan. He also enjoyed woodworking, fishing, and astronomy.
Jim is survived by his mother, Mary Nagel and his sisters Linda (John) Wier, Kitty Nagel and his dog Zeus. He was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd.
Friends and relatives may call at the NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, (340 S. Monroe Avenue, Green Bay) on Thursday, October 1, 2015 from 5 to 6:45 PM. A service will be held at 7 PM with Military Honors to follow. Entombment will be in Allouez Catholic Cemetery. For more information, or to leave an on-line condolence for the family, please visit www.NewcomerGreenBay.com or call (920) 432-4841.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be donated to K9's For Warriors, this charity gives a new leash on life to rescue dogs and our military heroes.
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Susan Boncher Crow
October 2, 2015
The Nagel Family lived across the street from our family, The Bonchers, on Mission Road. The neighborhood had a large group of great kids which included Jim, Linda & Kitty. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Mary (Piaskowski) Wieske
October 1, 2015
Jim wa a classmate at East High. He was well liked. RIP Jim.
Suzanne Nichol Schroeder
October 1, 2015
Knew Jim in high school. Always very nice to everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
October 1, 2015
LapDog--we are really going to miss you and your recipes. Rest in peace.
John Huth
September 30, 2015
Mary and I always enjoyed Jim's company and will greatly miss him. Rest in peace our friend.
September 30, 2015
Jim was a loyal customer and friend to many and will be missed by all of us whose lives he touched in so many ways. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 30, 2015
Jim: You have been a friend to me and I will surely miss you. xxoo
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