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James "Jim" P. James
June 12, 1945 - Nov. 18, 2022
James "Jim" P. James was the loving center of his family, a lover of life, and a lifelong fan of sharing a cold beer with friends. He left this world peacefully on Friday, November 18, 2022 at the age of 77.
Jim (or Jimmy, if you knew him a really long time) was born on June 12, 1945 to Paul and Laverna (Barrows) James, graduated from Union Grove High School in 1963, and married Sandy (Jensen) James in 1967. He entered the trades, becoming a master tool and die maker who worked almost 50 years with colleagues-turned-friends at Tru Tool, Inc. in Sturtevant.
Everyone's favorite partner for Trivial Pursuit, Jim was an avid reader and could fix just about anything. He rarely shared unkind words, unless he was reacting to uncooperative golf balls, erratic clay pigeons, evasive game birds, or missing remote controls. Jim kept his friends for life – he met best friend Kenny in first grade! – and surrounded himself with friends at the Somer's Sportsmans Rod & Gun club, South Hills golf league, hunting trips to Ashland, Mercer, and South Dakota, and countless other social rituals. He and Sandy enjoyed annual trips to Door County with close friends, adventures with their family, and exploring the world together.
Although we are all heartbroken to say goodbye, we feel so lucky to have had the chance to roll our eyes at his one-liners, and enjoy that delighted giggle that always accompanied his jokes. He is survived by his beloved partner of just under 55 years, Sandy (Jensen); sister, Kathie (Peter Toman); two children: Jeff (Stephanie) and Angie (Forbes McIntosh); four grandchildren: Jake, Jessica, Julia and Jenna James; and many dear in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins. His parents, sister, Jean, and nephew, Donald (Criplean) all preceded him in death.
We invite you to honor Jim in the way that feels most natural to you – whether that's raising a glass in his honor at your next gathering, or joining his family at these events:
Service
Sunday, December 11, 2022
Raymond Community Church
8217 Cty Hwy G
Franksville, WI
Funeral Service at 2:00;
(Visitation & fellowship immediately following)
Celebration of Life
Saturday, March 25, 2023
1175 Sports Park & Eatery
22840 Durand Avenue
Kansasville, WI
Open house starting at 4:00
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to the Mike Young Scholarship Fund, c/o Community State Bank, 1500 Main Street, Union Grove, WI 53182.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Norm and Kathy Goforth
January 29, 2023
Sandy and family, Was so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. You told me he was in poor health at the class gathering. Was great to see you again, Kathy and I send our deepest condolences.
Cliff & Susie Erickson
December 16, 2022
Sandy & Family,
We want to let you know our thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow. May your lives be filled with the love that you shared with him over the years. We are thinking of you and wish we were not so far away so that we could share your celebration of his life. Who knows we may come down in March and a lot depends on the weather. With deepest sympathy. Cliff and Susie
Joe Cox
December 7, 2022
I worked with Jim for a short time at Tru Tool right before he retired. He was very pleasant to work with and always willing to show me his tricks of the trade. He had a boyish laugh and was quick witted. I am glad the Lord put him in my life.
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