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James Surgen Obituary
He leaves behind a priceless example to live by``Work hard, save your money.' The glass is always half full. Love your family.
He also leaves behind his wife of 24 years, ``my lovely bride,' Judy; his children who will gratefully carry on his memory in thought and action, Terri (Dave) Rasalan, Tammy Soucek, Debbi (Tony) Kerns, Allyson Buskirk, T.J. (Tricia) Surgen, Stephan (Hyon) Wegfehrt, Lisa (Mike) St. Aubin, Russell (Donna) Wegfehrt; and his grandchildren that he treasured, Brandon, Heather, Mark, Rhiannon, Tony, Madison, Damian, Mitchell, Benjamin, Jayson, Max, Maggie, Ella, Maysey and Kaysey; and his great-grandson, Kade; mother, Margaret Surgen; brothers, Jerry and George; sisters, Joyce, Kathy and Sandy; and many dear friends.
A memorial service will be held for friends and family to celebrate his life AT HIS HOME on June 27 from 1 to 5 p.m. All are encouraged to share how this wonderful man touched their lives.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Surgen
Angelique Owen
June 29, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was a great teacher and was there when I started my career at Parker. I loved his straight forward no punches approach to everything.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Barbara Hartley(Holden)
June 28, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kim Strunk
June 25, 2010
I worked with Jim at Parker. He was a wonderful boss and person. My condolences to his family.
June 25, 2010
I'am sorry for your loss my sympathy is with all the family.I knew jim as Squirt.I was a paperboy for the family years ago.He was always a good friend and nice to me.my name as he knew me was Racy Thomas.May he rest in peace,God bless all of you.
Tom & Lisa Laubert
June 25, 2010
Were sorry to hear about your loss, you have our deepest sympathy.
Jane Heim
June 24, 2010
Jim impacted many people at Parker during his career, he was a great mentor and friend. He was an honest and passionate leader. He is a Parker legacy that will never be forgotten! My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you during this difficult time. You were so lucky to have him in your life! I was privledged to have worked with him!
June 24, 2010
I am the mail carrier for Jim and Judy. Just would like to give to Judy and family my deepest sympathy. Jim was always so sweet to me and always had a smile when I'd meet him at the mailbox. I will miss. DeeDee
June 24, 2010
TJ & Trish, we are so sorry for you loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Neal & Lynn Penix
calvin law
June 24, 2010
My prayers and thoughts go out to the family. God be with all of you in the difficult time.
David Dobrilovic
June 24, 2010
My wife and I both had the pleasure of working with Jim. He is one of three men I sat in front of during my interview many years ago. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family during these difficult times.
David J. Dobrilovic
June 24, 2010
My wife and I both had the pleasure of working with Jim at Parker. He is one of three men I sat in front of during my interview. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Phyllis Bain
June 24, 2010
We are friends of TJ & Tricia and are so sorry for your family's loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead.
May God Bless all of you and give you peace.
Phyllis & Tom
Brent Baldasare
June 24, 2010
Mr. Surgen gave many people including myself a chance to excel if we were willing put forth the effort.
Thanks Jim,
Our prayers are with all of the Jim's family and friends.
Traci Lindesmith (Clark)
June 24, 2010
May your memories give you peace. My deepest sympathies go out to all the family.
Rick Freund
June 24, 2010
I worked with Jim at Parker, learned a great deal from Jim about work & life. Most of all i will remember his laugh. A great guy that will be missed by all.
Dunn-Quigley Funeral Homes
June 24, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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