James Mondragon Obituary

James I. Mondragón

1952 - 2014

James Ignacio Mondragón, 62, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014, at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa.

Jim was born in Racine on Sept. 20, 1952, to Calixto Ignacio and Reynalda (nee: Carreño) Mondragón. He worked for Mr. Jr's in his school years and then attended UW – Madison. He graduated from UW – Parkside. After college he was employed by UMOS and was proud to have worked many years; eventually retiring in 2007, from Wisconsin Gas/We Energies.

Jim was very active in his faith in the Lord. He was a member of Journey Church in Pleasant Prairie and would attend Mass with his father at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church. He also participated in many bible studies with many churches in the Racine, Kenosha and Milwaukee areas.

Jim was very active in organizations as past Chairman of the Board and long-time Board Member of the Wisconsin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and co-founder of the Job Center in Milwaukee. James enjoyed playing classical guitar, traveling and watching and playing many sports.

Jim loved his family and was a devoted son, brother, father and friend. His loving and gentle nature was never more apparent than when he was with his grandchildren, who were also his two best friends.

Jim will be dearly missed by his father, Calixto; daughter, Marisa (Brian) Mondragón – Jones; step-children, Amy (Todd) Kehl and Chris Schantek (Shannon Anderson); grandchildren, Noah and Siena; sister, Cristina R. Mondragón (Dan); girlfriend, Nancy Zaucha and her daughter Faith; and aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Reynalda Mondragón and his brother, Michael J. Mondragón.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 6400 Spring Street, on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2014, at Noon with Father William Dietzler celebrating. Relatives and friends may meet with the family from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at Noon. Private interment will be held at West Lawn Memorial Park on Friday, Oct. 17, 2014, at 1 p.m.

Condolences may be made at www.wilsonfuneralhomeracine.com.

Wilson Funeral Home

1212 Lathrop Avenue

Racine, WI 53405

262-634-3361

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Published by Kenosha News on Oct. 15, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for James Mondragon

13 Entries

Colleen

October 31, 2014

I just was going through a box of letters and journals that my dad had packed up for me. I found some letters from Jim from 1984 (we worked together through UMOS and migrant health). He wrote about spending time with Marisa, taking her to the park, playing Candyland. I have the letters if you want them. I was looking at the letters just tonight, so I looked him up and was sad to see that he has passed on his journey just two weeks earlier. My condolences to his family. I will look for photos.

eileen reilly hoey

October 20, 2014

Jim was a welcome guest in our home, he and my brother Dennis were good friends. He was always so sweet and kind, soft-spoken. My prayers are with your family in this sad time, but I am comforted knowing he was close to our Lord .Peace to you all. The world that Jim touched, was a nicer place because of him.

Students of Ms. Mondragon Mary D. Bradford High School

October 18, 2014

To the entire Mondragon Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved son/brother. May you find some comfort in knowing that your wife/Mom is now enjoying the company of her son whom she spoke of so highly when we were her students years ago at Bradford. How she loved you all and what Joy to know that Heaven's Forever and we just passing through. Thanks for all the love you shared with others and may the Legacy of Family and Love continue to warm your hearts with memories of such Love!
May God hold you all close at this most difficult of times. YOu are in our thoughts and prayers. Thanks again.

Timothy McGilsky

October 16, 2014

I will always remember Jim fondly. Jim and I grew up together in the early '60s. For several years, we did almost everything together, and I'm pretty sure I ate more meals at Jim's house than I did at my own! We had a fun-filled, action-packed (and sometimes dangerous) childhood, with lots of fun and crazy adventures. Many people will miss him and his smile. May God comfort you in this time of deep loss (Jeremiah 31:13b). Gyames, Te vamos a extranor hermano! Timoteo

Angela Gemignani

October 16, 2014

Marisa, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray your happy memories will comfort you at this time.

October 16, 2014

My deepest sympathies to family and Nancy. Dori Lueke

From left to right - Teresa and Fred

October 15, 2014

We are very sorry that you must endure this trial at this time. Please allow us the honor of carrying some of your pain. All our caring thoughts, we send you.

Teresa and Fred

Pastor's Mark & Valeri Testerman

October 15, 2014

Jim - A True Treasure in an Earthen Vessel - Thank you for reflecting Jesus and for impacting our lives with love and grace. We will miss you dearly.

Pam Van Ert

October 15, 2014

So sorry to hear this. I enjoyed working for him at WeEnergies and I sympathize with the family. We was a good man.

Doug Iverson

October 15, 2014

So sorry to hear of James' passing. Condolences and prayers.

shannon anderson

October 15, 2014

I am a better person for having known him. I will cherish my memories of him.

Tom Lizdas

October 15, 2014

I knew Jim in the early 60's on Racine's south side. Became best of friends when we both were working at Wisconsin Gas in the 90's. Went to many classical guitar concerts in Wisconsin and Illinois together. Continued to hook up frequently after his retirement. He will be sorely missed.

Glenn Gordon

October 15, 2014

Chris , I am sorry for your loss.

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