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James Wilder Obituary

James Samuel Wilder Battle Creek Age 81, passed away Sunday, January 20, 2013, at home. He was born July 30, 1931, in Rutledge, TN, the son of Bert and Edith (Macelhaney) Wilder. Jim was a Korean War Veteran and retired from Post Cereals. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Surviving are his wife of 57 years Jeri; a son, Craig of Battle Creek; a daughter, Julie (Steve) Wilder- Todd of Florida; grandson, Brian of Battle Creek. Memorial contributions in Jim's honor may be made to Lifespan Good Samaritan Hospice, 166 East Goodale Ave., Battle Creek, MI 49037. Arrangements by the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home. www.henryfuneralhome.org

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Jan. 22, 2013.

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The Hager Family

January 26, 2013

Aunt Jeri, Craig, Julie - Our thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you all at this time. We love and pray for you, always.

Dr. Steve & Angie Fedele

January 23, 2013

Jeri, Julie, Craig,
Please accept our deepest sympathy at the loss of Jim. We will keep him in our prayers.

Don Link

January 23, 2013

Jeri, Craig and Julie,

We are so sorry for the loss of Jim. He was a wonderful person and very fond memories. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family.

The Don Link Family

Cindy Green

January 22, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May your fond memories help you do this difficult time.

January 22, 2013

Jeri, Craig, andJulie, so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I enjoyed Jim as a good neighbor and friend. He helped me many times in my needs around the yard. I am in Florida at this time, but my thought and prayers are with you all. God Bless you in your

sorrow.
Beverly Marz

Doug Schneider

January 22, 2013

Jeri, Craig, and Julie. I am sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Please know that my prayers are for you that you find peace in your time of loss, joy in the celebration of his life, and happiness in the memories you share. God be with you.

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