Photo courtesy of O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel - Grand Rapids
I just heard about Jim in a note from Brendan O'Driscoll. Jim was an awesome man who gave this (at the time) young appraiser a chance when I started my business back in 1998. I am so, so sorry for your loss. Know that we are praying for you.
Dana Schau
December 13, 2017 | Jenison, MI
So very Sorry to learn of the passing of Jimmy. What a wonderful soul and spirit that he shared with ALL the people he encountered. He touched so many people lives. We will miss you dearly. My GOD and all the ANGELS embrace his arms around you and the entire FAMILY. He is sitting in the hands of the Lord. We will ALL meet again soon. God Bless you ALL.
Michael Ensing
October 09, 2017 | Caledonia, MI
My sincere sympathies to Missie and the children.
Jon VanSlooten
October 05, 2017 | Toledo, OH
Thinking of all you today! Big hugs , Our deepest sympathy from the Gerke Family.
Shawn,Ami,Meg,Bri Gerke
October 05, 2017 | Wyoming, MI
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Polakovich family. Jimmy will be greatly missed. I hope your wonderful memories help you through this time of sorrow. God Bless!
Jodi Ellis
October 04, 2017 | Grand Rapids
Missie:
I am sorry to her of Jimmy's passing. He was a great person and I feel blessed to have known him. Praying for you and your children.
Janet Gluodenis Donald
Janet Donald
October 04, 2017 | Marietta, GA
Missie and family,
I am SO sorry for the loss of Jimmie! We have been friends since high school. we were part of a great football team there and I always looked forward to seeing him and enjoying his antics and humor at the Bass Classic! He was truly a one of a kind and I am blessed to have known him and called him friend!
Kaz
Ken Kasprzak
October 03, 2017 | MI
Jimmy... we go way back to IHM the "First" 1rst grade! I will always remember going to your house after school and enjoying a "tasty" treat (beef pasties) that your mom would make us.Poker parties were awesome... win all night only to lose everything in 7 card showdown. Choir Boys IBL was very fun even though I made you play on a fractured foot. Loved my time with you... even though it was limited after college. God Bless you and your family.
Ken Matel
October 03, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the the entire Polakovich family. I bought my first home mortgage with Jimmy.
Jimmy was a great friend and will be missed very much.
Joe Tietema
October 03, 2017 | Grand Rapids, MI
James John Polakovich “Jimmy”, age 51 of Grand Rapids, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, October 1, 2017. He was preceded in death by his son Tucker James; parents Bob and Katie Polakovich; father-in-law Dick Pennock. He is survived by his wife of 25 years Missie; children Alexandra, Jacob; brother Bob (Terry) Polakovich; sister Debbie (Nacho) Acevado; brother-in-law Eric (Phyllis) Pennock; mother-in-law Lucy Palmatier; many nieces, nephews, cousins and amazing friends; also his beloved dog Bentley. Many knew Jimmy as owner and operator of South Side Jimmy’s and twenty plus years with working in the mortgage business; with his last twelve at Treadstone Mortgage. Jimmy’s hobbies included traveling with his children to sporting events most recently with Jacob traveling cross country; and spending time with his daughter listening to music. Visitation will be Wednesday 2-4:00 p.m. and 6-8:00 p.m. at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel, 3980 Cascade Rd. S.E., Grand Rapids. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday 1:00 p.m. at St. Robert of Newminster Church, 6477 Ada Dr., Ada. Rev. Leonard Sudlik presiding. Memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Central Basketball, 319 Sheldon Blvd. S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49503.
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