James "Jim" T. Donner

James "Jim" T. Donner obituary, West Bend, WI

James "Jim" T. Donner

James "Jim" Donner Obituary

Visit the Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service - West Bend website to view the full obituary.

James “Jim” T. Donner, age 69 years, of Milwaukee passed away unexpectedly on October 25, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa.

Jim was born on July 28, 1956, in Milwaukee to the late Thomas and Donna Donner (Krubsack).

Jim attended Bethany Lutheran Grade School in Milwaukee and graduated from Milwaukee Lutheran High School. He was an avid sports fan. Jim was a walking encyclopedia when it came to Packers and Brewers statistics and history.

Jim was kindhearted, had a big smile, and was always ready to help someone in need. He will be missed.

Jim is survived by his sister, Jeanie Hallbeck; nieces, Taylor Caprio and Kelsey Hallbeck; as well as other relatives and many friends.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Jim’s arrangements. For additional information or to leave an online condolence on the tribute wall, please visit www.myrhum-patten.com.

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Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service - West Bend

1315 W. Washington St., West Bend, WI 53095

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