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1936
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James Rybarczyk Obituary
James "Jim" Rybarczyk, 88, of St. Joseph passed away Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, at his home.
A mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27, at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 555 E. Delaware Ave., Benton Harbor, MI 49022, with Father Jack Pfeiffer officiating. Burial will follow in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery in St. Joseph. Memorials may be made to our Lady of the Lake Catholic Schools. Those wishing to share a memory of Jim online may do so at www.starks -menchinger.com.
Jim was born June 27, 1936, in St. Joseph to William and Frances (Blaha) Rybarczyk. He graduated from St. Joseph Catholic High School in 1954. Jim worked for the Berrien County Clerk's Office in the Land Office Department for many years and enjoyed working with all his co-workers. Jim loved going fishing, especially on Sister Lake.
Jim is survived by several cousins and special friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; twin brothers: Peter and William and twin sisters: Joan and Joyce.
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Dottie Dougherty
February 27, 2025
I spent summers in St Joseph with my grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. It still remains as the most wonderful and long-lasting memory of growing up. Stayed alternately with my grandmother (Rose Stroba) and her sister (Frances & William Rybarczyk). Jim was always the kind and patient cousin letting us listen to his music collection and read his Charlie Brown collection. Hello to all my Stroba and Lucker cousins.
Bill & Kim Rybarczyk
February 24, 2025
You are in our thoughts and prayers! We will miss seeing you in the back of Church and all your wonderful stories! Peace be with you!
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