Traverse City, Michigan
Died February 2, 2006
TRAVERSE CITY - James W. Provo, 45, of Traverse City, formerly Cheboygan, passed away Thursday, Feb. 2, 2006.
A resident of Traverse City for the past 18 years, moving from Cheboygan, Jim was born April 9, 1960, the son of Oliver and Lucille (LaHaie) Provo.
The owner and operator of Provoco in Traverse City, he was a member of and was active at Community of Joy Church and the Builder's Association in Traverse City. He enjoyed music, working with his hands, and was a "Star Trek" buff.
Surviving is his daughter, Jaren; his son, Jalen; three sisters, Shirley (Gerald) Sutherland of Cheboygan, Darlene (Ron) May of Cheboygan and Geraldine (Sheldon) Rolston of Reed City; four brothers, Leonard (Connie) Provo, Ronald (Pat) Provo and Michael (Paula Goodrich) Provo, all of Cheboygan, and Allan (Sharon) Provo of Farmington Hills; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will take place Tuesday, Feb. 7, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m., with a Scripture service and Rosary beginning at 7 p.m., at the Christian Funeral Home in Cheboygan.
The Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, at St. Mary/St. Charles Catholic Church in Cheboygan, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m.
Memorials may be made to his family, or the charity of one's choice.
Christian Funeral Home in Cheboygan is serving the family.
This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.
Jim was such a very special person to all of us at Phil's Well Drilling. We had worked with Jim for almost 20 years and he truly was one of our favorite contractors. We will miss his sunny personality, his charming wit, and sincerity. He was a very special person. We will miss you Jim!
karen anderson
March 10, 2006 | Traverse City, MI
I was a close friend of Jim's in high school and have been shocked and saddened to hear news of his death. How I wish we had kept in touch through the years. My sympathy goes out to Jim's family and I hope and pray you will be comforted by your memories. I have many fond memories of Jim in his youth and am pleased to read (in this guest book) some hints of what Jim accomplished in his adult life. May he rest in peace.
Denise Moline
February 23, 2006 | Wake Forest, NC
Jim was a customer of ours here at American Waste in Traverse City. He was always a pleasure to speak to and always had a good word. I especially loved it when he would bring his little dog with him. I will miss him & my heart goes out to his family at this difficult time.
Moira Hall
February 21, 2006 | Traverse City, MI
Jim was a customer of ours at UBC the last 2 years. We came to be friends with Jim and we always looked forward to his visits. He will be missed greatly by all his friends here. We are so very sorry for this loss. Go in Peace.
United Building Centers
February 16, 2006 | Traverse City, MI
Uncle Jim was a very caring and helpful individual. Jim made me feel like a part of the Provo family each time I saw him. I will miss his smile and great sense of humor.
In God's love,
Michael LeGate
Michael LeGate
February 13, 2006 | Alexis, IL
Jaren, I'm so sorry for your loss. while I only met him once or twice,
I know he must have been a great man to raise such a strong and intelligent daughter such as yourself. You have my greatest condolences. God and Goddess bless.
Nathan Mills
February 11, 2006 | Lake Ann, MI
Uncle Jim was one of the kindest people I have ever known. He spent so much time with my family growing up I feel I have lost an older brother. I will never forget the camping trips, Pomabosy Plant, Pass the Pigs, motercycles, platform shoes, playing music, dancing, and all of the other wonderful times too numerous to mention. Jim loved life and was always trying to make those around him feel good. So many times in my life I relied on Jim for wise councel and encouraging words. It is...
Mame LeGate
February 10, 2006 | Alexis, IL
Jim, your love touched many lives. It was a pleasure to have such a loving, kind brother in our lives. We will miss you always. You will always hold a special place in our hearts. We miss you....
Allan & Sharon Provo
Allan & Sharon Provo
February 10, 2006 | Farmington Hills,, MI
sOME PEOPLE COME INTO OUR LIVES AND QUICKLY GO.... SOME STAY FOR AWHILE AND LEAVE FOOT PRINTS ON OUR HEARTS....AND WE ARE NEVER EVER THE SAME...THIS IS MY BROTHER JIMMY
Dee MAY
February 10, 2006 | CHEBOYGAN, MI
