James Donald "Jim" Smith
James Donald "Jim" Smith
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James Donald Smith, age 85, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2015. James was born to the late Melvin and Irene (Bishop) Smith on November 13, 1929. On May 8, 1948, Jim was united in marriage to Martha "Mardie" Evers.
Jim lived a very active life starting his own business, Seal Coat Applicators, at the age of 25. He owned that business for 40 years. He loved to travel south in his motorhome with his wife where they could relish in the warm air. In the colder seasons, you could always find him riding a snowmobile. He was a true Packer fan always making sure to never miss a game. He was very handy, loved to tinker and invent new things. Jim found great joy in taking care of his yard to always make sure it was in tip-top shape. One of the best qualities found in Jim, was his love of his family. He would never turn away a chance to spend quality time with the ones he loved.
Jim is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mardie; his children: Sandee (Mike Harness) and their children Tina Trader, Tricia Harness, Tawny (Ryan) Orwig, Tiffany Harness, Erin (Brian) Kunath, and Brandon (Lisa) Harness; Dan (Cindy) Smith and their children Jenna (Will) Torgeson and Dan Smith; Chris (John) Michels and their child Mikey (Sarah) Perket; the children of the late Jimmer: Ashley, Allie, and Josie; Todd (Doreen) Smith and their children Amanda, Andrea (Ryan) Spencer, and T.J. (fiancé Brooke); Tracie (Greg) Lider and their children Hailey and Hannah; 23 great grandchildren and 9 great-great grandchildren; brothers: Gene Smith and Butch Smith; a sister Susan (Jim) Roesler; brother-in-law Norm Colson; Jim will also be missed dearly by the loving family of Mardie, his wife. Jim is preceded in death by both of his parents; children Jimmer (Gale) Smith and baby Peter; sisters Hazel (Dick) Rometti and Barbara Colson; sisters-in-law Carol Smith and Pat Smith.
Memorial Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at ST. BERNADETTE CATHOLIC CHURCH,2331 East Lourdes Drive, with father Don Zuleger officiating. Friends may call from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. Online condolences may be offered at www.wichmannfargo.com
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June 18, 2015
We miss you Jim. We had some good times together,going to Texas and playing games. See you in heaven. Save me a place! Love, Sister Sue
fritsch charles
January 18, 2015
very Sorry for your loss he was a good person I grew up in the area he lived in again great person (found out to late )
January 13, 2015
To Jims family....our heart felt thoughts and prayers..
Joe Wilharms & Family
Ken & Liz Kamprath
January 13, 2015
Great neighbors. Will miss seeing Jim out and about in his yard. So many memories . . . good memories.
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January 11, 2015
The Smith Family is in our thoughts and Prayers, Jim is a Great Man, Great Family, Dave & Bobbie Schreiter
January 11, 2015
To the entire Smith family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jim was a great guy that will never be forgotten. May all of your happy memories help to get you through this sad time. RIP Jim!
Dick and Jean Haag
Menasha, WI
the Gutbrods
January 10, 2015
Will remember the campfires and good times we had. He was a great neighbor and friend.
Frank & Nancy Gutbrod
January 10, 2015
Will remember the great campfires. He was a great neighbor and friend and will be dearly missed.
Pat and Kathy Gambsky
January 10, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Donna Popp
January 10, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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