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James Gelhaar Obituary

Gelhaar, James Ronald Age 77, of Pewaukee, passed away peacefully Thursday, December 16, 2010, after a courageous battle with cancer. James is survived by his loving wife Jean A. Gelhaar (nee Stapleton), children Sherry Lynn (David) Bauer, J. Michael (Christin) Gelhaar, grandchildren Elissa and Evan Bauer, Sarah and Amy Gelhaar, sister-in-law Joan Kenner, brother Gerald G. (Joanne) Gelhaar, along with many other relatives and friends. James was preceded in death by his parents James B. and Burnette A. Gelhaar and grandson Benjamin Bauer. James proudly served in the U.S. Coast Guard and was employed by Roundy's for 37 years. Funeral services for James will be held on Wednesday, December 22, 2010, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 470 North Oak Crest Drive, Wales, WI 53183 at 6:30 PM. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until time of service. The family would like to thank Dr. Gilberto Rodrigues and the entire staff at the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic, Summit and AngelsGrace Hospice for their loving care and compassion. Memorials to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Wales, WI.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Dec. 19, 2010.

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Jerry

December 20, 2010

I worked with Jim from '86 to his retirement, I especially enjoyed his fishing and boating stories. He will be missed.

James Kindler

December 19, 2010

I worked with jim for almost 40 years he always had a smile on his face and brightened my day. Jim Kindler Milwaukee

December 19, 2010

It was my pleasure to have worked with Jim for 25 years. I'm sorry and saddened to hear of his passing, he will be missed.
Jim Becker, New Berlin, Wisconsin

Linda Franklin

December 19, 2010

I am sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I worked with Jim at Roundy's. You are in my prayers.

Roger Tarpley

December 19, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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