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BORN
1933
DIED
2013
Jim Degen Obituary
Age 80, of Williamsville, born March 3, 1933, went to be with his Lord on December 13, 2013. Retired printer and owner of Grover Cleveland Press. Jim was a loving husband to Elizabeth (Feuz), for 56 blessed years; devoted father of Jim (Ann), Michael (Michele), and Thomas (Linda) Degen, Julie (Tom) McAuliffe, and proud grandfather of Ashley (Scott), Christopher, Gregory, Casey, Shawn, Holly, Jamie, Cody, Bryan, Tyler, Timothy, Samantha, and Elisabeth; brother of William (Marion) Degen. Mer Degen was a Korean War veteran and a member of the Amherst Hockey Hall of Fame. Visitation will be held Sunday 3-8 PM at PERNA, DENGLER, ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 1671 Maple Rd., Williamsville. A Christian Celebration of Jim's Life will be held at Williamsville United Methodist Church, 5681 Main Street, Williamsville, on Monday at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Veteran's Hospital, 3495 Bailey Ave., Buffalo 14215 ATTN: Willow Lodge, National Parkinson's Foundation Western New York, or the Williamsville United Methodist Church. Online condolences to www.denglerrobertspernafuneral.com
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December 17, 2013
Elizabeth, Tom and Mike,
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was always a great guy and role model for all fathers. I enjoyed working with him, knowing that I would get great quality product, something that he pass on to his boys. We feel the sadness of his leaving but it is a time to celebrate a great life of a great man. I'll always remember him.
Ben Perrone
William Baytos
December 17, 2013
I would like to add my feelings of sorry to Degan's family... Yes, Jim was a tent mate while we were with the US Army in Koread... Very good friend indeed.. sorry to see him gone..
Pop's Graf
December 16, 2013
To Betty and Family My prayers go out to you at this time. I can remember back 60 years when I first met Jim in Korea, what a wonderful person and friend he has been through all these years. May he rest in peace and God bless the family
Mary Kroll
December 16, 2013
Dear Mike and family: I am very sorry for the loss of your Dad and Grandfather. My prayers are with you all.
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robbie and don gerth
December 16, 2013
Dear Mike and Family,
Very sorry for your loss. May happy memories linger; may family and friends love help you thru this difficult time. God Bless you all. Respectfully, Robbie & Don Gerth
Len Turnquist
December 16, 2013
Jim was a wonderful guy. I will always have fond memories of him and all of the times we laughed and smiled together. My most sincere condolences to you and your families. May God bless the Degen Family with peace and comfort. May God bless Jim.
Jeffrey Crane
December 16, 2013
To Jimmy - Mes condoléances les plus sincères and best regards to you and your family. Jeffrey Crane, Nichols School (retired).
Joseph Bellucci
December 16, 2013
Betty, Mike, Tom: My deepest sympathiesin lieu of Jim's Passing. He was one of the special ones and I will never forget his kindness, friendship or craftsmen ship as one of the best local printers ever.
On a personal note, I did a story on Jim for the PIA several years ago. His insight and life story were amazing and I will always cherish the time I had a chance to know him.
My deepest sympathies and prayers are with you all..
Joe Bellucci
December 16, 2013
Dear Tom, Linda and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss, Reading the obituary we came to know what an amazing man he must have been. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Clauss family
Terri Barker
December 15, 2013
Dear Betty & Family my heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with you all. I had the pleasure of working and knowing Jim for over 25yrs.Jim's hard work and skill in the printing industry not only made many customers
Happy but gave many people including myself a great place to work.
Terri Barker
norm h. mcgard driver
December 15, 2013
Dear mike and tom sorry for your loss i will miss him he was a great guy sorry i could not make it
December 15, 2013
My apology to the family for my name not being included in my message yesterday. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Ralph E. Witt
Richard McClure
December 15, 2013
My friend, Jim-You and your entire family always treated me kindly and friendly over the years I called on you. You'll always be in my thoughts. God Bless You, and thank you for being a part of my life.
Rick McClure
Jenny Klaja
December 15, 2013
Dear Betty and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.I have worked for Jim for many years. I can say that Jim was a very generous, funny, and determined man. There was no such thing as Can't. He will be missed by all. My deepest sympathy.
Jenny
Lee Williams
December 14, 2013
I had the pleasure of working with Jim for almost thirty years. He was admired for his true kindness and positive attitude. Our heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Degen, Uncle Bill and family.
Jennifer and Lee Williams
December 14, 2013
My sincerest sympathy to the entire family. I"ll remember you as a very well recognized printing leader in Buffalo for the excellent work performed and all the awards your company received. You'll be missed by so many in the industry.
Joe Bellanti
December 14, 2013
It's been 35 years since I started my first job and Mr. Degen was the best boss I ever had.
And I'm still looking for those keys...
Thank you for everything you taught me and for always having a good word at the ready - you will truly be missed.
Brett
December 14, 2013
Mike, Tom, Betty and your families. You have my sympathy on the loss of Jim. I know what you are feeling having lost my dad last week. Stay strong.
Scott Schmid
December 14, 2013
Dear Betty, Jim, Mike, Tom and Julie, I would like to express my deepest sympathy on your loss. Jim will be missed, he was not only my boss for 33 years but a friend as well. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Scott and Dianne Schmid
December 14, 2013
Jim, you'll be truly missed. Betty, Mike Tom, and family, ... my sincere condolences in this time of sadness. All my best to all of you in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
John R. Witt
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