James Anthony Jankowski

James Anthony Jankowski obituary

James Anthony Jankowski

James Jankowski Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service - White Lake Chapel on Nov. 6, 2025.

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James "Jim" Anthony Jankowski, 67, of Ravenna, died Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Trinity Health in Muskegon. He was born May 27, 1958.

Jim loved spending time with his children and grandchildren, camping and teaching the little ones how to fish. He also loved his yearly trip to the Platte River and staying at Mikey's cabin.

Jim is survived by: his wife, Rhodene; his children, Kendalyn (Karl) Brown of Texas, and Nick Jankowski of Muskegon; his step-sons, Daniel Chester of Fremont, and Dennis (Shannon) Chester of Muskegon; 23 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.

Jim was preceded in death by his daughter, Jennifer Johnson; and his step-son, Jeffrey Chester.

A celebration of Jim's life will be held at a later date.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com

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