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1946
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2026
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James Bellman Obituary
He is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl of Bremen; three children: James "Jamie" (Amy) Bellman, Bryan (Kristin) Bellman and Kari Bellman, all of Bremen; six grandchildren: Carson (Bess) Bellman of San Diego, CA, Claire (Colton) Story of Danville, IL, Cannon Bellman of Bremen, Madelyn Bellman of Bremen, Laney Bellman of Bremen, and Morgan (Ian Shriner) Smith of Bremen and two great grandchildren: Braxton and Wrenley Shriner. He is also survived by two siblings: Mark (Janet) Bellman of Bremen and Joyce-Scott of Mishawaka. He is preceded in death by his parents and four siblings.
He loved the Lord, his family and his church. A lifetime local businessman and founder of Bellman Oil Co., Jim was always willing to volunteer for leadership and public servant roles that included several positions within the church, volunteer fire department, The Gideons and numerous roles within clubs and business circles. Personal interests have always included drag racing, snowmobiling and Lake Michigan fishing. An avid member of South Haven Steelheaders and a Hall of Fame member of the Hoosier Coho Club with his Break Time fishing team. He always enjoyed sharing his pride in each of children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held from 3 p.m. - 8 p.m., Friday, March 13, 2026, in Bremen Missionary Church, 2958 Elm Rd., Bremen. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Bremen Missionary Church with Pastor Kurt Litwiller officiating. Burial will follow in Bremen Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like all donations to be made to: Bremen Missionary Church Youth & Children Ministries, 2958 Elm Rd, P.O. Box 122, Bremen, IN 46506.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mishllerfuneralhomes.com
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Bob jones
March 13, 2026
I will always remember as a true friend. He was a true gentlemen for all people,not just the town of Bremen. I will also remember the times having coffee with Jim and others, always laughing and having a good time in general. He will be missed by all
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Kenny McCormack
March 12, 2026
Fishing Buddy. Miss you both!! Memories of your Mom and Dad, you and your wife and your family coming to our annual fish fry!
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