James Prill Obituary
Cherished companion of Tina Hicks. Beloved father of Natalie (Shane) Irvine and the late Nathaniel. Loving papa of Piper and Nicholas. Dearest brother of Susan (Carl) Lill, Rose (Randy) Berry, Kim (Rick) Ritivoy, Charlene (Kevin) Waldorf, Michelle (the late Richard) Strassburg and the late Robert (Michelle) Prill. Survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends.
Jim was employed in the field of automotive mechanical engineering for 45 years. Alongside his career, he enjoyed doing cement work. He was mechanically minded and could repair or build anything and loved helping others with their projects.
He enjoyed spending time with his beloved family and friends, grilling salmon and steaks, planting trees in his orchard, growing vegetables in his garden, building bonfires, chopping wood, deer hunting, fishing, watching Detroit Lions football with his sweetheart, and wrestling with his grandkids.
Jim will be remembered for his love of life, sense of humor, and incredibly loving spirit.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jim's memory to the charity of your choice.
Instate 9:30am Wednesday, December 20th, until the 10:00am Mass at St. Kieran Catholic Church, 53600 Mound Rd.(S. of 25 Mile Rd.), Shelby Township. Share memories with the family at their "On-Line Guestbook" @ WujekCalcaterra.com
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Natalie Prill Irvine
September 25, 2024
I miss you so much dad. The world is not the same without you. Piper and Nick talk about you and remember all the great times we had. The kids came across a video of you sucking helium out of a balloon and talking like a chipmunk You cracked us up, so much. Love you always, Natalie
William Baker
January 4, 2024
Ellen and I were simply devastated to hear about Jim's passing. Jim and I both worked in the field of engineering for Schenck Turner. We also worked together on projects at his home. We will never forget our treasured friendship. Jim had such a huge heart and will always have a special place in our hearts. We love you our amazing friend. You will be so missed. Rest in peace, our friend.
Mary Storrison
December 19, 2023
My sincerest condolences to the entire Prill family. I have known Jim since I was about 12 or 13 & we lived in the same neighborhood. Kind of went our separate ways after high school but eventually re-connected awhile back. It was like no time had passed as he was still the same kind & gentle person I had known in my younger years. Have alot of memories of our escapades as kids but one in particular always makes me laugh. Went to Jim's house one afternoon to pick him up to go bowling. He was on his way out to the car when we heard "JAMES GET BACK IN HERE & CLEAN YOUR CLOSET" from his mom. So, I waited for him as that's what good friends do. I then busted his chops the rest of the day as that is also what good friends do! He had a great sense of humor! He will be deeply missed by all that were fortunate to know him & felt the love in his heart. Not sure if heaven needed another angel but they just received one of the best. I pray that the entire Prill family finds peace in knowing he is in God's loving arms.
Tommaso Vitale
December 19, 2023
I worked with Jim for many years while at TK. He had a gift for making people smile and laugh hard. He had a wonderful personality. He was extremely generous with his time along with everything that he owned. He loved nature and especially had a great love for people. He paid extra special attention to kids and loved making them feel special. He will be deeply missed.
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Tom Briski
December 19, 2023
Jim was a great loving friend and coworker of mine for over 40 years. He was a man´s man that sparked enthusiasm and confidence when you were with him. He made work fun especially when it came to cutting firewood. When ice fishing, I think Jim liked chopping the holes more than the fishing. He talked with loud with excitement and when he spoke quietly you could still hear that passion in his voice. He truly cared. Made us feel like family. There is an emptiness in this world right now, but parts will always be filled with our great memories and stories of our beloved Jim.
Andre Arsenault
December 18, 2023
My name is Andre arsenault I've known Jim since I was 11 or 12 years old we are best friends over the years we stayed in touch I watched his children grow he visited me in Florida several times all I know is I'm going to miss my brother at this time I'm not really sure what to say I loved him like a brother
Damian Melenbrink
December 18, 2023
I worked with Jim and he always had a smile and good nature about him. Was always more than helpful. He will be missed.
Rob Laurence
December 18, 2023
I worked with Jim at my first job at Time Engineering, back then he was sort of a big brother which turned to be a trusted friend. I recall many good times testing his home made wine , sitting around a fire or watching a game. He was a generous person when it came to helping people and always had a great attitude towards life. You will be missed
Tom walny
December 18, 2023
I met Jim while I worked at TKSE, we sat together for a few years and shared lots of stories, we had allot in common and quickly became friends, jim helped me thru some tough times with my kids and life in genera. Jim was truly one my best friends, we did share some hunting trips that full of laughs. The world lost one the truly good guys with his passing but the kingdom of heaven just got a good one, I will miss you my friend!! Tom Walny
Brent Devroy
December 17, 2023
Jim was one of those special people that you meet rarely in your life that is always willing to make time to help people. He always had a positive attitude and could find solutions to almost any problem. Jim loved his family and talked about them often, especially his grandkids. We had a lot of great talks and I know I will miss them. My wife and I would love when he would share some of his fresh grown vegetables, it was quite the treat. I am glad to have known Jim for the time I did, since we worked together for nearly 20 years, but more than colleagues, I always considered him a close friend..
The Wujek-Calcaterra Family
December 17, 2023
May we continue to honor and respect all the lessons we have learned; acting as living symbols of a loving spirit. You are in our prayers.
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