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James Polhemus Obituary
August 8, 1924 – October 12, 2015
In his 91 years, James Francis Polhemus – "J.P." to everyone he knew – had many successes: a long career as a commodity broker and Vice President at Merrill Lynch (after working as a livestock broker & dairy farmer); three children from his marriage to the late Patricia Loeffler (Polhemus) of Long Beach; four grandchildren; & a long, loving marriage to his second wife Marlene. Born at home on a farm in Burt, Iowa, he served in the U.S. Navy and graduated from USC's business school (Class of '47). Formerly from Artesia & the Colorado Lagoon area of Long Beach, he was an Upland resident for the past 30 years. Survivors include his wife; his children Jennifer Polhemus, Doug Polhemus, & Gretchen Polhemus Boudreau (all Wilson High graduates); four grandchildren; & his sister Marcia Graham. Please sign the guestbook at www.presstelegram.com/obits.
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Caryl Fox
October 19, 2015
Jennifer,
Joe and I are so sorry for your loss. Two in a year? That's a lot to handle. We are sure 91 held a lot of great memories.
BTW, Joe and I are moving to NJ in November? It's just the two of us so why not start a new chapter.
Sincerely,
Caryl and Joe Fox
Harold Effinger
October 19, 2015
Our love to Gretchen, Jennifer and Doug. Your Father was a great man and we are sure you will miss him dearly.
Love,
Harold & Opie Effinger
Lew Gordon
October 19, 2015
The Pohumus', Patricia and children were my neighbors in Alamitos Heights. I used to go to their house in the mid 1960's to play with Gretchen. My condolences to the family.
October 19, 2015
My heartfelt condolences! I was crazy about your father! He had so much zest! He was interested in those around him. It is simply so sad, however I can rejoice in a life lived fully that touched me.
Gretchen Glazener
Victoria Harrison
October 18, 2015
Best wishes to all the members of the Polhemus family.
Clark Burnett
October 17, 2015
So sorry to hear the news that JP has died. I recall when I was President of the Chino Valley Chamber of Commerce JP was on Staff and what a wonderful gentleman he was!!! JP added lots of value to the Chamber of Commerce as he was a knowledgeable business man. Jp was so very giving and had a big heart. Everyone enjoyed being around him. I will miss his kindness and gentle spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with his family whom he loved very much.
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