James Webb

1944 - 2024

James Robert Webb died peacefully on July 21 at Azura Memory Care with his wife and daughter by his side after a courageous fight with Lewy Body dementia.

Jim was born on December 31, 1944, in Baldwin, Wisconsin to George and Shirley Webb. He graduated from Chetek High School in 1963 and from UWEC in 1967. He married his high school sweetheart, Sandra Peterson from Sand Creek, Wisconsin on August 21 , 1965. They were married for 58 years. They had two children, Michael James and Kari Lynn.

Jim worked for the IRS for 33 years, and after retiring he continued working for the IRS for seven years as an instructor for new employees.

He was an avid golfer and a huge supporter of the CVGA Junior program. Jim created many fishing and hunting memories with his son, grandson, son-in-law, and friends which included outdoor adventures out West, Canada, Alaska, and numerous trips to northern Wisconsin.

Jim and Sandy wintered in Arizona for 18 years golfing, touring the state, meeting many new friends, and being welcoming hosts to family and friends who visited them.

His love and devotion to his five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren were immeasurable. Jim touched a lot of people and created memories and stories that will not be forgotten. He loved life; he loved his music, his food, his adventures, but more importantly, people. He always wanted to make connections with people, to hear their story and to tell his.

He was a gentle and kind soul who had a great ability to make others smile. Jim truly danced through life instead of choosing to sit and watch. His family thanks him for the memories, the laughs, and the role model he became for all of us. We find comfort knowing he has been reunited with his son to have endless days of golfing, hunting, and fishing.

Jim is survived by his wife, Sandy; daughter, Kari Fisher (Jason); grandchildren, Lexi Webb-Thomas (Jake), Casi Carter (Caleb), Nate (Jenni), Sydney and Shay; great-grandchildren, Ivy, Parker, Stone, Webb, Sully, Grace and Addie. He is survived by brothers, Dick (Chris), Bill (Kelly) and sister, Barb (Pat), along with many special nieces, nephews, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his son, Mike; brother, Dave; and parents, George and Shirley.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 23 at 11 a.m. at Spirit Lutheran Church, 1310 Main Street, Eau Claire. Immediately following the service there will be a celebration of life at Wild Ridge Golf Course, 3905 Kane Road, Eau Claire, from 12:30 until 3:30 p.m.

Arrangements were entrusted to Lenmark-Gomsrud-Linn Funeral and Cremation Services.

Online condolences may be left for Jim's family at lenmarkfh.com.

We would like to thank the staff at Azura Memory Care for the love and care they gave to Jim during his four month stay. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Lewy Body Dementia Association (lbda.org) in Jim's name to help find treatments, and ultimately a cure, for this unrelenting and devastating disease.