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James "J.J." E. Jolink
HESSVILLE - James "J.J." E. Jolink, age 76, of Hessville, IN, passed away Wednesday, April 20, 2022.
James is survived by his loving children: Tim (Edie) Jolink, Jenise (David) Press, Monique (Ed) Hardee; grandchildren: Ashley, Joey, Nick, Brandi, James, David, Emily, Natalee and Aiden; great-granddaughter, Amelia; brother, Keith (late, Julie) Jolink; sister, Sheri (Ron) Greenland; and several nieces; nephews; and cousins.
Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 51 years, Janet Jolink (nee Bales); parents, James and Emma Jolink.
Services were private and entrusted to Solan Pruzin Funeral Home, Schererville, IN., 219-322-7766.
James was a United States Air Force veteran who served in Vietnam as a jet mechanic. He retired from the maintenance department at Griffith High School. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking and telling stories.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Jolink
Vonda
April 19, 2023
Still hard to believe you are gone.
Thyra
April 26, 2022
My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thyra (Lucas) Germick
With love, Barb Bowley
April 25, 2022
My deepest sympathies to you all. You will be in my heart, thoughts and prayers. May peace and strength come to you during this time of loss. I’m blessed to have had the pleasure of meeting your Father.
Joe McGee
April 25, 2022
Father's friend who enjoyed his company. R I P
Donation: DAV
Beth Santiago
April 22, 2022
Tim,May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We are saddened by your loss. We always enjoyed talking to your Dad and listening to his stories.
Vonda Gardner
April 21, 2022
Prayers an thoughts for the family.
I am so sorry for your loss. He has no more pain.
Love
Vonda
Tammy Konja
April 21, 2022
So sorry for your loss, Jenise. May you find some comfort in the memories that you have of him. Hold onto those memories in your heart and he will help you find the strength. Lots of prayers and love to you and your family.
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