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JAMES GUMM Obituary

WHEATON - James H. Gumm, 69, passed away May 19, 2019. Faithful partner of Mary Wilcop; fond brother (his twin) John (Janie) Gumm, sisters Bernie Whitman, Shirley (Jack) Shutler; proud father of Rebecca (Kevin) Casey, Brian (Lisa) Gumm, Kathryn (Brian) Pecka and Marys daughter Michelle (Nathan) Fry; dear grandfather of Marcus and Emily Pecka, Neil and Corinne Casey, Isabella, Gabriella, Colin, and Cameron Fry. Visitation Saturday May 25, 2019 from 10 a.m. until time of funeral service 1 p.m. at Williams-Kampp Funeral Home 430 E. Roosevelt Rd. Wheaton, IL 60187. Services conclude at the funeral home. Info at www.williams-kampp.com or 630-668-0016.

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Published by Daily Herald on May 22, 2019.

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Diane Bohl

May 19, 2020

Hi Jim we know that you greatly miss Mary as she does you. We are happy that you are in peace and are enjoying trading fish stories with all of the happy anglers in heaven! Wish we could share them with you.
Diane and Chuck Bohl

Bob & Sylvia Poloway

May 25, 2019

Our condolences To the family

Diane Bohl

May 24, 2019

How fortunate so many were when Mary met Jim. Not only did he bring her love and happiness, but his spirit and love of life were shared with all of us.
Chuck and Diane Bohl

Susan Cheney

May 23, 2019

Our deepest sympathy and prayers

Anthony O'Connell & Susan P. Cheney

Don and Ida Snyder

May 22, 2019

Mary and family, Don and I are so very saddened by Jim's passing. Our hearts and prayers for comfort are with you all. Jim was a kind friend he will be sorely missed.

Kim Large

May 22, 2019

Becks, Brian and Katie--I'm so sorry for your loss. Your dad holds a very warm spot in my memories and those of my family. Please know that our hearts are heavy to hear of the sad news. My mom also asked that I share with you that she is so sorry. Love and hugs to you all, and praying that you find comfort during this hard time.

Michael Cross

May 21, 2019

He was the nicest and friendliest guy in the neighborhood. He always walked around with a smile and an upbeat attitude. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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430 E. Roosevelt Road, Wheaton, IL 60187

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