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Rick Rupprecht
January 4, 2018
I am so sad to hear about the passing of Fr. Jim. I just found out today. He is one of the first priests I got to know in Milwaukee. He was a kind and funny man. He was even in a Spanish class I taught for pastoral ministers. I will never forget him.

Lesa Prime
December 28, 2017
I knew Fr. Kimla from St Nicholas where he was a deacon and then ordained. He was a close friend of my family and a dear friend to me. Blessings to his family, friends, and Fr Dirks.
Lesa Prime (Qualls) and Qualls family
December 13, 2017
The world has lost a very special human being. I am so fortunate to have been among those who were blessed by his friendship.
Requiescat in Pacem.
Mark
Rick and Kathy Lastres
December 12, 2017
Father Jim was a big part of our family. He married us, baptized our three children, and supported us during challenging times. We enjoyed his sense of humor and friendship. We will miss him.
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Edward Molinski
December 12, 2017
I know James Kimla and his family. I am sorry to hear of his passing. He had a great sense of humor and was a simple person who everyone liked.
RIP
Ed Molinski
Silver Spring, Maryland
Dave and Judy Goggin
December 12, 2017
Our sympathy to the family of Father Jim Kimla.
We met and worked with Father Jim at St. Joseph Parish in Grafton. What a wonderful man and priest! He will be remembered as someone who cared very deeply for others.
Dave and Judy Goggin
Jim Vida
December 12, 2017
Jim you are a elegant and simple man. I thank you for your friendship and adventures we shared.
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