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James "Jim" Edward Stoller
July 31, 1946 - March 4, 2022
TUCSON, Arizona - James "Jim" Edward Stoller, 75, formerly of Chicago, departed this life in Tucson, AZ on Friday, March 4, 2022.
James was born on July 31, 1946, in Fairfield, IL to Harold and Mary Ellen Alt Stoller, graduated from Gridley High School, attended Illinois Wesleyan University and graduated from the University of Illinois College of Law. He practiced business law in Chicago.
As an avid outdoorsman, horseback riding, marksmanship, hunting, fishing, and polo were among his many passions. He was a member of Los Charros, Mountain Oyster Club and Knights Templar. Reading two books a week gave him great enjoyment. Jim served in the Illinois National Guard.
Jim was a devoted husband to Jocelyn for 42 years.
His father, Harold Stoller; mother, Mary Ellen Alt Stoller; and brother, Robert Stoller predeceased Jim.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jocelyn; stepson, J.J. Blair; two brothers: Harry (Alice) Stoller and Richard (Andrea) Stoller and sister, Elsa (Ralph) Endress.
A private family service will be held at the Gridley Cemetery in Gridley, Illinois on Saturday, March 19, 2022.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Los Charros Foundation, P.O. Box 32816, Tucson, AZ 85751.
Online condolences and tributes may be sent to the family at www.ruestmanharrisfuneralhome.com.
Jim will always be remembered as an "honorable gentleman".
Memories and Condolences
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Jennifer Sprung
April 18, 2022
My deepest condolences to Jocelyn and family on your loss of Jim. Just learned recently of Jim´s passing...missing times together. Sending love and positive thoughts your way Jocelyn.
Larry Deutsch
March 22, 2022
Bill Parker and I heard, today, of Jim's death. Our thoughts are with Jocelyn and the entire family. We recently saw, and talked with, both Jim and Jocelyn whom we saw most recently at the University of Arizona Museum of Art "Art of Food" Gala. Jim was kind, gentle and a joy to converse with. On that night Jim spoke continuously and we ended the evening when he and Jocelyn had to leave. His friendship will be missed.
Bob Hughes
March 15, 2022
My condolences to Jim´s wife and stepson and to Harold, Rich, and Elsa. I spent a lot of time with "Polo" and Rich, not just in high school, but afield. Walking his trap lines with him, hunting fence lines before school and trying to "outfox" crows, and of course Explorer Scouts. Many fond memories of those days and Jim .
Clemente & Janis Noriega
March 15, 2022
Jocelyn,
My condolences to you and the family. Jim was a very nice man and was always pleasant while I worked for your family for 15 years. I pray that God gives you peace and comfort. Love Janis
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Rob Weinstein
March 15, 2022
Jocelyn and Family,
My most sincere condolences to you all. Jim was the consummate gentleman.
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