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James Frederick GUENTHER
1944 - 2018
James Frederick GUENTHER
1944 - 2018
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BORN
1944
DIED
2018
James GUENTHER Obituary
James was born on Thursday, March 2, 1944 in Pomona, New Jersey, son of the late Phillip W. Guenther and the late Mary Elizabeth (Thomas) and he was one of eight children.
He started his military career in 1964 serving in the Navy, Merchant Marines, and the Coast Guard, traveling all over the world. He served his country honorably until his retirement in 1989. He is a Hero!! James was an exceptional man who enjoyed great food, museums, books, garage sales, and most of all exploring and learning all he could. James loved his family, friends, and holding on to sentimental memories. In July 2013, James moved to Portland, Oregon to be close to his daughter and grandchildren.
James is survived by his daughter Donna (Bryan) Easlick, his grandchildren Sherry Kopp, Charles Kopp Jr., Case Kopp, great grandchildren; Samantha, Manny, Eddie, Emma, Charles lll, Dixie, Jonathan, Brayden, and Lyric. He is also survived by his brother William "Bill", and sister Erma Mason.
He is predeceased by his parents Phillip W. (Mary Elizabeth) Guenther, brothers Robert, Phillip "Joe", his sisters Alice Pencak, Phyllis Hibbitts, and Mary Davenport.
A service was held on Monday, December 17, 2018 at Willamette National Cemetery.
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Donna Easlick
March 3, 2019
Love and miss you Dad!! You will always be in my heart and I will always be thinking of you with love especially on days like your birthday.
Donna Easlick
March 3, 2019
I love and miss you Dad! I will always continue to think of you in very special ways especially on days like your Birthday!
Donna Easlick
December 21, 2018
Dad
I love you so much!! You have been the best father, I am so proud everything about you!!
James Guenther Vista House. Aug. 21, 2018
Pamela Cohen
December 15, 2018
Well, my friend. No more telling yourself you'll have to keep away from 82nd, worries about coming doctor appts. or 'starting a new life'. I imagine you and your Mom and Dad are catching up.
Thank you for your friendship and the good memories. I miss you. Pamela
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